Energy transition and gender approach in the Hoyo de Padilla community in Cuba.

Abstract

Gender equality has occupied the center of social debates, public opinion, government agendas and very diverse institutions and organizations in recent times. Betting on an energy transition from a gender perspective requires considering and meeting the needs of men and women, promoting greater participation in decision-making on the local and national energy future. In this sense, the proposed study is oriented to describe the particularities of the Hoyo de Padilla community in Cuba for an energy transition with a gender approach. The research was developed in a period of one year, based on the principles of popular education and based on the mixed research methodology. For the collection of information we rely on techniques such as the problem tree with a gender approach, participant observation and in-depth interview. Facilitating equitable access to energy services in a safe and stable manner is an essential factor in reducing poverty and in the commitment to sustainable development at the local level, an issue that for Cuba occupies an urgent place.