The Energy Empowers East Africa (EEEA) program recognizes the surplus energy capacity in the East African region and focuses on targeted interventions for women-led enterprises, who often operate smaller businesses. The program includes activities related to the Efficient and Productive Use of Electricity (EPUE) that leverage electricity to create economic and social opportunities, such as powering equipment for production and providing essential services. By addressing barriers like limited access to skills training and cultural attitudes, EEEA seeks to improve women's access to electricity for lighting, refrigeration, and other productive uses in their enterprises.

USAID and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have collaborated to develop this program, which includes community surveys, educational materials, entrepreneurial skill development, market access, and financing support. The program has developed a pilot project in Uganda with local partner Clean Energy Enthusiasts (CEE). The pilot focuses on understanding women's energy needs and promoting the efficient and productive use of electricity, while offering comprehensive training modules to equip women entrepreneurs with essential business skills for growth.