Call for proposals - Unlocking clean energy investments in Small Island Developing States

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About the Organization:

The Climate Investment Platform (CIP) is a global initiative and a partnership between the UNDP, IRENA, SEforALL, in collaboration with the GCF. As a global public good with the overarching objective of decluttering the climate finance landscape and providing integrated and streamlined support to developing countries, emerging economies and the private sector, the CIP uses a coherent and integrated approach that leverages synergies among key partnerships to deliver a more effective, measurable, implementable and replicable climate development impact.

Call for proposals – Unlocking clean energy investments in Small Island Developing States

The Climate Investment Platform (CIP) has launched a call for proposals to unlock investments in projects that advance climate action and energy security in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The selected projects will help fund clean energy opportunities in the island nations—who are among the most vulnerable to climate change—through public sector entities and public-private partnerships.

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) have demonstrated their firm commitment to transitioning to clean energy, as reflected in their first round of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.

However, many SIDS are still heavily reliant on imported fossil fuels for energy generation. This vulnerability presents both near-term and chronic challenges in providing reliable, affordable, equitable, and sustainable energy services to people living in SIDS.

Who can apply?

• Public sector entities in SIDS
• Public-private partnerships including with associations, NGOs, foundations
• They will consider strong applications from private sector organisations

Mandatory Requirements:

• Must be a project assisting clean energy transition and/or energy access, Including waste and water management, urban planning, and buildings
• Must be focused on and deployed in Small Island Developing States
• Must ensure adequate resources for continued engagement with TA/able to provide a project focal point throughout the project period
• Applicants must demonstrate capacities in the energy sector
• Must demonstrate it is aligned with country priorities
• Must be able to provide own resources such as an in-kind contribution

Grant:

Through this request, the CIP will award Technical Assistance for $30,000 to $80,000 to support development of a project concept, depending on the size and nature of the of the project idea, to eligible applicants.

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