The report examines challenges and opportunities for Tanzania, at a policy and community level, in utilising its renewable energy potential in rural areas. It discusses opportunities and entry points for civil society, and particularly churches and other faith-based organisations (FBOs) to influence policy and practice. The report also highlights how FBOs are already spearheading community renewable energy initiatives in rural Tanzania and could, with targeted support from government and donors, scale up this provision to further decrease rural energy poverty.