# LaBL 2.0

Type: Technology

Source: Climate Intelligence Brief — https://getclimatebrief.com/entity/labl-20
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## Timeline

- **2026-03-06T14:44:56Z**:  — Program expands significantly across sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia.
- **2026-03-06T14:44:56Z**:  — Initial testing of solar-powered livelihood tools in rural Indian villages.
- **2026-03-06T14:44:56Z**:  — Formal transition to a livelihood-centric model targeting the Next Billion users.
- **2008-01-01**: LaBL 1.0 Launch — TERI launches Lighting a Billion Lives focusing on solar lanterns and charging stations.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### TERI Unveils LaBL 2.0: Shifting from Solar Lighting to Productive Energy
2026-03-06 14:44:56 · Sentiment: Positive · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has launched LaBL 2.0, a strategic evolution of its flagship 'Lighting a Billion Lives' initiative. The program pivots from providing basic illumination to deploying solar solutions that power rural livelihoods, agriculture, and healthcare.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/teri-labl-2-0-launch-renewable-energy-livelihoods

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