Climate Finance Accelerator Kenya: Call for Proposals

About

The Climate Finance Accelerator Kenya is inviting proposals from businesses and projects seeking funding to create measurable climate impacts, offering a total of $3 million in funding, investment facilitation, expert mentorship, and access to an international climate finance network, specifically targeting initiatives in clean energy, sustainable transport, and other climate-focused sectors.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Total funding of $3 million available for climate initiatives.
• 🤝Investment Facilitation
  Access to investment matchmaking services to connect with potential investors.
• 🎓Expert Mentorship
  Customized support including expert guidance on technical and gender equality issues.
• 🌐Network Access
  Opportunity to connect with the international climate finance network.
• 📈Increased Investor Appeal
  Enhance attractiveness to investors through tailored support and resources.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to businesses or projects registered and operating in Kenya
• Must be seeking financing with measurable climate impact
• Total financing needs must be at least $1 million (some exceptions may apply)
• Projects must complete feasibility studies demonstrating design, cost, risk, and viability
• Priority given to sectors such as clean energy, sustainable transport, climate-smart agriculture, green manufacturing, digital climate solutions, circular economy, and blue economy

Participation Commitments

• Must complete a feasibility study to validate project viability
• Submission of a detailed proposal outlining project goals and financing needs
• Must demonstrate a capable team with relevant expertise in the climate sector
• Projects must show intent to deliver positive environmental and social impacts

Target Region

Open to businesses and projects in Kenya

Target Sector

Focused on low-carbon and climate-related sectors