ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SUBSIDIES Introduce targeted social and environmental support. Consider economic incentives for consumers who choose public transport over private transport. Target subsidies to help low-income households and social institutions to afford energy, through assistance in developing ways of permanently lowering their energy bill, by promoting access to the use of compact fluorescent lamps, low- energy refrigerators and other household appliances, and the use of solar hot water systems.  Consider market incentives to promote the choice of sustainable energy products and services.  Introduce fiscal incentives for energy suppliers to promote the choice of renewable and carbon-neutral options over fossil fuels.  Introduce grants for targeted energy-efficiency or renewable energy initiatives through the MID Fund based on well established criteria. Mobilise donor community to play an active role in facilitating environmental and social improvements through technical assistance and transfer of know-how. ENERGY STRATEGY AND GENDER ISSUES