Summary of publication

This is an independent review of the outcomes and achievements of Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) from July 2006 to June 2011.

The primary objectives of the evaluation were to:

• assess the effectiveness of ESMAP as a global Technical Assistance program
• assess the major factors which have influenced results either positively or negatively
• draw key lessons learned
• recommend how to better meet the objectives of the program.

In addressing these objectives, the evaluation assessed what impact ESMAP has had in helping to achieve poverty reduction in client countries by enhancing institutional capacity in the energy sector.

Full publication

External evaluation of ESMAP 2007–11 Draft Final Evaluation Report [PDF 2.7 MB]