This report is a deliverable under the project “E-Mobility as a Driver for Change - Towards a gender transformative and just transition to electric mobility” which is being implemented by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) with funding from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The project aims to ensure that the introduction of, and shift to, electric mobility (E-Mobility) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) will include and promote the position and interests of women, to create a more gender transformative and just transport sector. Engaging more women in the E-Mobility ecosystem can in turn help to speed up the transition to zero emission mobility systems. This report on E-Mobility as a Driver for Change - Towards a Gender Transformative and Just Transition to Electric Mobility provides a baseline for Ecuador to implement e-mobility policy, initiatives, and projects that promote an equitable gender transition. The report reviews the gender landscape in Ecuador, and considers gender mainstreaming and dynamics, key stakeholders, and pertinent regulations related to e-mobility and gender, industry involvement, challenges in electric vehicle (EV) implementation, and notable pilot initiatives.
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- Kenya
Table of Contents
- E-Mobility as a Driver for Change 1
- Towards a Gender Transformative and Just Transition 1
- E-Mobility as a Driver for Change 1
- Towards a Gender Transformative and Just Transition 1
- Authors 2
- Disclaimers 2
- Executive Summary 3
- Glossary of Acronyms 5
- Tables and Figures 7
- Introduction 8
- Methodology 8
- The role of women in Ecuador 8
- Country profile 8
- Unlocking the potential of gender equality and inclusion 14
- Gender mainstreaming in Ecuador 16
- National policies related to gender and vulnerable groups 17
- National and local institutions relevant for women and girls 18
- Additional gender and mobility policies and initiatives identified at the city level 19
- Gender and transport 23
- Brief overview of typical gendered mobility behaviors 23
- Gender balance in the transport sector 25
- Data collection 26
- Key actors relevant for gender and transport 27
- E-Mobility in Ecuador 40
- Local and National Policies and Strategies 40
- Potential for industry development 43
- Automobile and electric vehicles industry 43
- Electric vehicles and charging infrastructure 45
- Local actors and manufacturers 46
- Challenges and opportunities for E-Mobility in Ecuador 46
- Examples of initiatives demonstration projects and case studies. 46
- Challenges to EV introduction 51
- Conclusions and recommendations 52
- References 54
