IRENA has invited renewable energy proposals under CIP and ETAF to boost Africa’s clean energy transition
Selected high-impact projects must demonstrate feasibility, off-take, equity and socio-economic benefits
Eligible projects can be on-grid, off-grid, centralized and decentralized distribution renewable energy facilities, or grid infrastructure projects, among others
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has invited renewable energy project proposals to boost the deployment of clean energy across Africa. Selected high-impact proposals will be connected with potential funders.
Launched ahead of the 2nd African Project and Renewable Energy Access (APRA) Investment Forum in October 2025 in Freetown, Sierra Leone, the call aims to support the continent’s ambitious clean energy transition goals, said the agency. Selected projects will get an opportunity to be showcased at the forum.
Proposals must be submitted via the Climate Investment Platform (CIP) or the Energy Transition Accelerator Financing (ETAF) platforms by August 31, 2025.
To qualify for support, projects must show a sustainable business model, completed feasibility study, land and permits secured, creditworthy off-takers, developer equity contribution, and strong environmental and social impact potential.
Eligible projects can be on-grid, off-grid, centralized and decentralized distribution renewable energy facilities, or grid infrastructure projects integrated with renewable energy generation. Renewable energy supply chain development is also one of the categories, along with critical minerals and materials for renewable energy technologies.
IRENA says for CIP funding, projects must be beyond the conceptual stage, having completed their pre-feasibility or preliminary studies, and aligned with sustainable development goals (SDG) as well as national climate action priorities.
The ETAF platform will support larger-scale projects requiring capital expenditures of at least $25 million for private or public-private partnerships (PPP) and $10 million for public sector projects. Selected projects must have a readiness level that includes completed feasibility studies, grid availability, offtake agreements, and financing readiness. The ETAF is backed by more than $4 billion in committed resources from 14 global financing, investment and de-risking partners.
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