Kevin Johnstone

Kevin Johnstone

  • Energy access and livelihoods specialist
  • International Institute for Environment and Development

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Kevin is an energy access specialist with a total of 15 years working in the international development sector, including 9 years living in fragile and transitional economies in Asia, the Middle East, and Sub-Saharan Africa. 

He has worked across an array of technologies from mini grids and standalone systems to solar home systems and solar lanterns. He focuses on co-designing energy and supporting bundles with partners, communities, and households, building on their needs and desires. Together they work to adapt the technologies and supporting services to fit their contexts, challenging norms and practices while seeking to break down barriers that people experiencing marginalisation often face.