Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # STAR-C International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centers ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://starc-project.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://starc-project.org/) - The main object of the ISA-UNIDO STAR C project is to enhance the institutional and solar technical capacity of member countries. Contact 1-888-123-4567 ☎️ - [Documents-old](https://starc-project.org/documents-old/) - Explore a collection of valuable documents related to the STAR-C Project. 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Read about our recent news and achievements in the fields of sustainable technology. ## Procurements - [CONSULTANCY ENERGY DATA EXPERT11](https://starc-project.org/procurement/consultancy-energy-data-expert11/) - [REQUEST FOR QUOTATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS FOR INDUSTRIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY (IEE) AND RESOURCE EFFICIENT CLEANER PRODUCTION (RECP)](https://starc-project.org/procurement/request-for-quotation-of-equipment-for-data-collection-and-analysis-for-industrial-energy-efficiency-iee-and-resource-efficient-cleaner-production-recp/) - [CONSULTANCY ENERGY DATA EXPERT](https://starc-project.org/procurement/consultancy-energy-data-expert/) - [Consultancy - ECOWAS Green Hydrogen Program Coordinator](https://starc-project.org/procurement/consultancy-ecowas-green-hydrogen-program-coordinator/) - [Selection of Travel Agencies on Framework Agreement Base](https://starc-project.org/procurement/selection-of-travel-agencies-on-framework-agreement-base/) - [Consultancy Services: Improving Nigeria's Industrial Energy Performance](https://starc-project.org/procurement/consultancy-services-improving-nigerias-industrial-energy-performance/) - [DEVELOPMENT OF NATIONAL BIOENERGY ACTION PLAN OF THE GAMBIA](https://starc-project.org/procurement/development-of-national-bioenergy-action-plan-of-the-gambia/) ## Portfolios - [The STAR-C project TEAM](https://starc-project.org/dt_portfolios/mauris-nec-nunc-neque/) - Meet some of the people who work to achieve the project objectives in a worldwide network - [ISA Study visit in INES, Lyon. February 2023](https://starc-project.org/dt_portfolios/isa-study-visit-in-ines-lyon-february-2023/) - [PREPARATORY ACTIONS PICTURES](https://starc-project.org/dt_portfolios/suspendisse-tempor-iaculis-leo/) - STAR C pictures from different preparatory actions and activities linked to the project creation ## News - [Development of Regional Quality Infrastructure Frameworks for Solar PV Products and Services for SPC region](https://starc-project.org/news/development-of-regional-quality-infrastructure-frameworks-for-solar-pv-products-and-services-for-spc-region/) - In efforts to boost the quality of the regional solar market in the Pacific region, the Pacific Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (PCREEE) in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the International Solar Alliance (ISA) with technical support from MicroEnergy International (MEI), has successfully completed the Development of Regional - [ECOWAS Advances Solar Thermal Quality Infrastructure Framework, Praia, Cabo Verde ](https://starc-project.org/news/ecowas-advances-solar-thermal-quality-infrastructure-framework-praia-cabo-verde/) - “The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), in partnership with UNIDO, held a three-day consultation from 30 July to 1 August 2025 to advance the ECOWAS Solar Thermal Quality Infrastructure Framework. Coinciding with ECREEE’s 15th anniversary, the event gathered regional experts, ECOWAS Commission representatives, and partners to discuss the framework’s scope, certification - [International Solar Alliance’s Post](https://starc-project.org/news/international-solar-alliances-post/) - The International Solar Alliance (ISA), in collaboration with the Department of Energy, Ministry of Energy & Natural Resources, Bhutan(MoENR), successfully conducted a three-day Solar PV Training Programme earlier this month in Thimphu, Bhutan....click here to read more - [Certified Online Training for Capacity Building Institutions and Decision-Makers in Bhutan, PNG and Senegal.](https://starc-project.org/news/certified-online-training-for-capacity-building-institutions-and-decision-makers-in-bhutan-png-and-senegal/) - A Certified Trainings for Capacity Building Institutions and Decision-Makers was successfully organized by the International Solar Alliance (ISA), the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), with financial support from the Government of France. The training was delivered by IT Power Private Limited, a renewable energy and energy efficiency consultancy firm based in Delhi, India. The - [Advancing Solar Thermal Energy Standards in East Africa: Regional Training and Consultation Sessions Lay the Foundation for Quality Infrastructure Implementation](https://starc-project.org/news/advancing-solar-thermal-energy-standards-in-east-africa-regional-training-and-consultation-sessions-lay-the-foundation-for-quality-infrastructure-implementation/) - Kampala, Uganda – 13 June, 2025: Policymakers and technical experts from the Ministries of Energy and the Standards bodies from across the East African Community (EAC) gathered this week for a pivotal virtual Training and Consultation Session on the Regional Quality Infrastructure (QI) Framework for Solar Thermal Technologies. This marks a significant milestone in the region’s - [The Solar Academy: A flagship achievement of the STAR C project in Senegal](https://starc-project.org/news/the-solar-academy-a-flagship-achievement-of-the-star-c-project-in-senegal/) - Establishment of Solar Academy in SenegalDownload - [Workshop on the Development of Regional QI frameworks for solar PV products in EAC region](https://starc-project.org/news/workshop-on-the-development-of-regional-qi-frameworks-for-solar-pv-products-in-eac-region/) - Micro Energy International on behalf of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization and the International Solar Alliance in collaboration with EACREEE is currently implementing the development of regional quality infrastructure frameworks for solar photovoltaic products and services in the East African Community. This aims to further enhance and establish equivalent and trusted quality infrastructure capabilities - [Capacity building workshop on harmonisation of curricula and training for solar PV in EAC region : 17th – 18th April](https://starc-project.org/news/capacity-building-workshop-on-harmonisation-of-curricula-and-training-for-solar-pv-in-eac-region-17th-18th-april/) - 1. Description The International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (STAR-C), Cornerstone of Rural Electrification initiative (CORE) and the East African Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (EACREEE) are partnering to support training on regional solar energy qualification frameworks and curricula for selected training and examination centres in the EAC region. STAR-C is - [Capacity building workshop on harmonisation and development of curricula and training for solar thermal in ECOWAS region : 15th – 16th April](https://starc-project.org/news/capacity-building-workshop-on-harmonisation-and-development-of-curricula-and-training-for-solar-thermal-in-ecowas-region-15th-16th-april/) - 1. Background information and Partners The International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (STAR-C), Cornerstone of Rural Electrification initiative (CORE) and the ECOWAS Regional Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) are partnering to support training on regional solar energy qualification frameworks and curricula for selected training and examination centres in the - [STAR-C website launch](https://starc-project.org/news/new-chairman-of-the-ccreees-executive-board-is-appointed/) - The Star-C project was officially presented at the last ISA Assembly, on October 20th, in 2023. The website is formally opened from this day. - [ISA is establishing a STAR-Centre at the College of Science and Technology, Royal University of Bhutan (RUB)](https://starc-project.org/news/isa-is-establishing-a-star-centre-at-the-college-of-science-and-technology-royal-university-of-bhutan-rub/) - ISA is establishing a STAR-Centre at the College of Science and Technology, Royal University of Bhutan (RUB). This Centre aims to create an effective and sustained ecosystem for solar deployment with skilled workforce and conditions; testing; and appropriate administrative processes. The Centre at the College of Science and Technology is being established with financial support ## Events - [Capacity building workshop on harmonisation and development of curricula and training for solar thermal in ECOWAS region](https://starc-project.org/event/capacity-building-workshop-on-harmonisation-and-development-of-curricula-and-training-for-solar-thermal-in-ecowas-region/) - Background information and Partners The International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (STAR C), Cornerstone of Rural Electrification initiative (CORE) and the ECOWAS Regional Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) are partnering to support training on regional solar energy qualification frameworks and curricula for selected training and examination centres in the ECOWAS - [Capacity building workshop on harmonisation of curricula and training for solar PV in EAC region](https://starc-project.org/event/capacity-building-workshop-on-harmonisation-of-curricula-and-training-for-solar-pv-in-eac-region/) - Description The International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (STAR C), Cornerstone of Rural Electrification initiative (CORE) and the East African Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (EACREEE) are partnering to support training on regional solar energy qualification frameworks and curricula for selected training and examination centres in the EAC region. STAR - [ECOWAS Sustainable Energy Forum - ESEF 2023](https://starc-project.org/event/ecowas-sustainable-energy-forum-esef-2023/) - During October 12 and 13, we took part in the 8th edition of the ECOWAS Sustainable Energy Forum (ESEF) 2023, in Praia (Cape Verde). The event, established in 2015, is organized each year by the ECOWAS Center for Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE). It aims to encourage cooperation and partnerships to accelerate the establishment ## Documents - [STAR-C Project participation in the ECOWAS Sustainable Energy Forum](https://starc-project.org/document/star-c-project-participation-in-the-ecowas-sustainable-energy-forum/) - [Development of Regional Quality Infrastructure Frameworks for Solar PV Products and Services for SPC region](https://starc-project.org/document/development-of-qi-framework/) - [Development of Regional Quality Infrastructure Frameworks on Solar Thermal Energy for The East African Community (EAC) and The Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS)](https://starc-project.org/document/development-of-regional-quality-infrastructure-frameworks-on-solar-thermal-energy-for-the-east-african-community-eac-and-the-economic-community-of-west-african-states-ecowas-2/) - [Development of Regional Quality Infrastructure Frameworks on Solar Thermal Energy for The East African Community (EAC) and The Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS)](https://starc-project.org/document/development-of-regional-quality-infrastructure-frameworks-on-solar-thermal-energy-for-the-east-african-community-eac-and-the-economic-community-of-west-african-states-ecowas/) - [Regional solar QI framework and management system for the East African Community (EAC)](https://starc-project.org/document/regional-solar-qi-framework-and-management-system-for-the-east-african-community-eac/) - [Policy Brief on the Regional Harmonisation of Standards for Solar PV products and Services in the East African Community](https://starc-project.org/document/policy-brief-on-the-regional-harmonisation-of-standards-for-solar-pv-products-and-services-in-the-east-african-community/) - [Roadmap for Implementation of QI frameworks for solar PV products and services in the East African Community](https://starc-project.org/document/roadmap-for-implementation-of-qi-frameworks-for-solar-pv-products-and-services-in-the-east-african-community/) - [Roadmap for Implementation of QI frameworks for solar PV products and services in the Pacific Region](https://starc-project.org/document/roadmap-for-implementation-of-qi-frameworks-for-solar-pv-products-and-services-in-the-pacific-region/) - [Key Finding from the baseline assessment revised](https://starc-project.org/document/key-finding-from-the-baseline-assessment-revised/) - [Solar PV and Solar Thermal - Connecting with PCREEE, ECREEE and EACREEE](https://starc-project.org/document/solar-pv-and-solar-thermal-connecting-with-pcreee-ecreee-and-eacreee/) - [Baseline Assessment on Existing QI Frameworks and Management Systems in EAC and SPC](https://starc-project.org/document/baseline-assessment-on-existing-qi-frameworks-and-management-systems-in-eac-and-spc/) - [Assessment report on qualification and certification frameworks and needs](https://starc-project.org/document/assessment-report-on-qualification-and-certification-frameworks-and-needs-2/) - PROJECT TITLE: “Development of regional solar energy qualification frameworks and curricula in ECOWAS, EAC and the Pacific Community” PROJECT REFERENCE: Structuring of an International Network of Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (UNIDO Project ID: 190370) - [Strategic Recommendations and Roadmap for Regional Solar PV and SHC Qualification and Certification Frameworks in the EAC Region](https://starc-project.org/document/strategic-recommendations-and-roadmap-for-regional-solar-pv-and-shc-qualification-and-certification-frameworks-in-the-eac-region/) - [Strategic Recommendations and Roadmap for Regional Solar PV and SHC Qualification and Certification Frameworks in the ECOWAS Region](https://starc-project.org/document/strategic-recommendations-and-roadmap-for-regional-solar-pv-and-shc-qualification-and-certification-frameworks-in-the-ecowas-region/) - [Strategic Recommendations and Roadmap for Regional Solar PV and SHC Qualification and Certification Frameworks in the SPC Region](https://starc-project.org/document/strategic-recommendations-and-roadmap-for-regional-solar-pv-and-shc-qualification-and-certification-frameworks-in-the-spc-region/) - [Star-C final project document](https://starc-project.org/document/projectdocument-2/) - [Launch of a solar academy in Senegal](https://starc-project.org/document/launch-of-a-solar-academy-in-senegal/) - [Key findings of the Baseline Assessment report](https://starc-project.org/document/key-findings-of-the-baseline-assessment-report/) - [Star-C final project document](https://starc-project.org/document/projectdocument/) ## Categories - [Organization](https://starc-project.org/portfolio_entries/organization/) - [Research](https://starc-project.org/portfolio_entries/research/) - [Preparatory actions](https://starc-project.org/portfolio_entries/preparatory-actions/) ## Category - [News 2023](https://starc-project.org/news-category/news-2023/) ## Document Categories - [Document Type](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-type/) - [Document work area](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-work-area/) - [Documents](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-type/document-type-documents/) - [Plans](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-type/document-type-plans/) - [Presentation](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-type/document-type-presentaion/) - [Reports and Studies](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-type/document-type-reports-studies/) - [Capacity Development](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-work-area/document-work-area-capacity/) - [Energy Efficiency](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-work-area/document-work-area-energy/) - [Renewable Energy](https://starc-project.org/document-category/document-work-area/document-work-area-renewable/) ## Document Tags - [Qualification Frameworks](https://starc-project.org/document-tag/qualification-frameworks/) - [Infrastructure Frameworks](https://starc-project.org/document-tag/infrastructure-frameworks/) - [Regional Quality](https://starc-project.org/document-tag/regional-quality/) - [Solar Academy Senegal](https://starc-project.org/document-tag/solar-academy-senegal/) - [STAR-C Project Document](https://starc-project.org/document-tag/star-c-project-document/)