Accelerating the green transition and energy access in Africa

Likely relevant for

• Renewable energy innovators
• Social innovation projects
• EU-Africa cooperation initiatives
• Climate change mitigation projects
• Energy access programs in Africa

Project signals

What it funds

• Innovation actions accelerating green transition in Africa
• Projects improving energy access in African regions
• Renewable energy technologies including wind, solar, geothermal, bioenergy, ocean energy
• Social innovation linked to energy and climate change
• International cooperation between EU and Africa

Expected outcomes

• Increased renewable energy deployment in Africa
• Enhanced energy access for underserved populations
• Strengthened EU-Africa partnerships on climate and energy
• Contributions to climate change mitigation and sustainable energy goals

Who can apply / participate

• Research organizations
• Innovative SMEs
• Large companies
• Non-profit organizations
• International partnerships
• Likely requires international consortium including African and EU partners
• Projects must focus on Africa and involve EU partners
• Check specific eligibility criteria in the call text
• Exact consortium size and composition
• Funding rates and budget limits

Must check before shortlisting

• Specific eligibility criteria and budget details
• Consortium requirements
• Exact scope and expected outcomes

Money

Budget details not stated; check official call documents for funding amounts and rates.

Application notes

• Single-stage submission model.