Renewable Energy Valleys in Africa to increase energy security and energy access in Africa

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Opens for applications on 2026-12-03. A European Commission call for proposals. Expected Outcome: Project results are expected to contribute to all of the following expected outcomes: Strengthening of the joint EU-AU Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Collaborative Partnership efforts, with emphasis on improving the visibility of EU Science Diplomacy actions in Africa and supporting Global Gateway Strategy priorities. Acceleration of the achievements of the African countries’ targets of the Paris Agreement. Increase the roll-out of local or regional renewable energy system solutions for electricity, heat and fuel needs and contribute to a fair trade between Africa and Europe. Create new sustainable silks and jobs linked to local or regional renewable energy system value chains and enhance economic growth in local or regional African communities. Increase the readiness, reliability, performance and affordability of local or regional renewable energy system solutions in Africa. Scope: Renewable energy valleys are understood as decentralised renewable energy systems that offer a viable and efficient solution to the challenges mentioned above. For example, local production and consumption, reduced transmission and distribution losses thanks to the reliance on l

Who can apply

Usually organisations in EU member states and associated countries, often in a consortium. Some calls are open to partners from other countries. Check the call conditions.

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