Scope:
Energy Efficiency and rational use of energy, new and renewable resources, energy in transport, integrated initiatives

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scaling Rooftop, Scaling e-mobility and storage (GPP 2020, Reducing barriers hampering large-scale integration of PV electricity into the distribution grid (PV GRID), Facilitating energy storage to allow high penetration of intermittent renewable energy (STORE). 

€ 0.73bn

Capacity Building, Financing

Scope:
Photovoltaic installation

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scaling solar Rooftops (Solar PV programme)

€ 1 billion PLN extended to Euro 250 Mn

Solar PV

Scope:
Sustainable Infrastructure, Research, innovation and Digitalisation, SMEs, Social Investment and Skills

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Others (InvestEU Fund, Invest EU Advisory Hub, InvestEU Portal)

€ 26.2 bn

Scope:
Energy, transport, telecom

Relevant ISA Program Area:
Others

€ 42.3 bn (out of which €4.6 bn is for energy )

Scope:
"Pillar I: Excellent Science Pillar II: Global Challenges and European Global Competitiveness Pillar III: Innovate Europe"

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 95.5 bn

Research and Innovation

Scope:
Member States and regions, with high dependence on fossil fuel and carbon-intensive industries

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 19.2 bn

Scope:
Solar PV, batteries,

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 672.4 bn

Scope:
Biomethane gas, rooftop solar, ground mounted solar

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 33.1 bn

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
The ACCESS project aims to deliver a 25% reduction in CO2 emissions, a 20% reduction in costs and cut smart grid project development time by 30%.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
Enable homes and small businesses across the EU to optimize their energy consumption and provide an assessment of the live energy performance of a building by deploying augmented intelligence solutions

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
INVENT THE SUSTAINABLE BATTERIES OF THE FUTURE

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
enable everyone in Europe to perform an automated potential analysis to identify the best and most profitable locations for wind and solar power.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
The Horizon 2020 green deal project, led by the Dutch Marine Energy Centre, EU-SCORES will demonstrate the combination of offshore wind with wave- and offshore solar PV energy. This will pave the way for bankable multi-source offshore parks across Europe by 2025.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
Novel solutions for decarbonised energy islands

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
Provide public authorities with a set of tools to improve policy and decision-making, to facilitate the adoption of new or improved policies and actions plans, to foster the sharing of Energy Transition information to all governance networks.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Policy

Scope:
The EUniversal project aims to develop a universal approach on the use of flexibility by Distribution System Operators (DSO) and their interaction with the new flexibility markets, enabled through the development of the concept of the Universal Market Enabling Interface (UMEI) – a unique approach to foster interoperability across Europe.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 10 Mn

Scope:
envisages the orchestration of advanced electricity grid models and tools, flexibility assets’ management tools, and data analytics and accurate RES forecasts.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Others (Digital solar)

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Solar for Green Hydrogen (Green Hydrogen)

Scope:
The Hydrogen in Gas Grids project (HIGGS) aims to show that the safe injection of hydrogen into the EU high pressure transmission grid is a sustainable, long-term solution to decarbonise the energy system.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
Aims at coupling electric and thermal grids, empowering the next generations district heating and cooling networks. This will be achieved by developing a set of replicable, scalable and cost-effective solutions that allows a sound integration of renewable-based technologies with different dispatchability inside smart hybrid districts.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
paves the way for the decarbonisation of EU islands’ energy systems by demonstrating smart grid solutions combining renewable energy production with storage technologies optimally managed in real-life settings.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
PARITY will facilitate efficient and transparent local flexibility transactions and reward flexibility in a symmetric way. It will allow the Distribution System Operator (DSO) to improve its management capabilities, network observability and RES hosting capacity.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
In the PATH2LC project, public authorities are working together within the framework of a learning network approach with the aim to achieve low-carbon municipalities.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
To improve the performance of small-scale Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plants and their flexibility to generate power on demand.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 5 Mn

Scope:
Achieve a high-quality Energy Performance Certificate in Europe accelerating deep energy renovation with recommendations coherent in aiming towards a nearly-zero energy building stock by 2050.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
"The main goal of RE-EMPOWERED is to develop and demonstrate solutions for energy transition of island and weakly connected energy systems, based on Microgrids exploiting multiple energy vectors. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
The SFERA-III project addresses advanced science challenges and integrated research activities in the field of Concentrating Solar Thermal (CST) by integrating key European research infrastructures into an ambitious wide project aiming at offering to the R&D community a new level of high-quality services.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 10 Mn

R&D

Scope:
Devise more effective ways of increasing social innovation, leading to greater social acceptability as well as more durable governance arrangements and socioeconomic benefits.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Policy design

Scope:
Perovskite-based materials to build a new type of solar cell. This should lead to more powerful, efficient and sustainable solar panels that will benefit citizens as much as the planet.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 5 Mn

R&D

Scope:
Establish solar power as a spearhead sector to demonstrate a path driven by PSS business models towards a circular economy in Europe

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 8.3 Mn

Scope:
Scientific and technological project ambitious in its goal to exploit solar energy and atmospheric gases such as CO2, water and nitrogen to provide a sustainable alternative to the fossil-based, energy-intensive fuels and compound chemical synthesis process.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 1.1 Mn

R&D

Scope:
Flexible combined production of Power, Heat and Transport Fuels from RE sources

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 5 Mn

Scope:
Towards the Photonic Solar Cell - In-Situ Defect Characterization in Metal-Halide Perovskites

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 0.2 Mn

Scope:
Long-Term Joint EU-AU Research and Innovation Partnership on Renewable Energy

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 30 Mn

Scope:
Auctions for Renewable Energy Support I

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 2.6 Mn

Scope:
Loans provided by Intesa Sanpaolo will finance medium sized projects in the field of energy efficiency, renewable energy and environmental protection, in line with EU objectives

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 140 Mn

Financing

Scope:
The fund will mainly invest equity and quasi-equity in small to medium size wind, solar and other/innovative technologies (biogas/biomass, energy storage, energy efficiency and green mobility), in the European Economic Area.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 75 Mn

Financing

Scope:
Such loans provided by Mediocredito Italiano will finance medium sized projects in the field of energy efficiency, renewable energy and environmental protection, in line with EU objectives.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 140 Mn

Financing

Scope:
The fund seeks to provide innovative debt financing in the form of mini bonds to smaller renewable energy projects in Italy.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 40 Mn

Financing

Scope:
"Support investments in: Generation and use of energy from renewable sources Energy efficiency Energy storage Modernisation of energy networks, including district heating, pipelines and grids Just transition in carbon-dependent regions: redeployment, re-skilling and upskilling of workers, education, job-seeking initiatives and start-ups"

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 643 Mn

Financing

Scope:
Build Industrial-scale pilot line in the South of Italy for the manufacture of innovative, high-performance photovoltaic (PV) modules, increasing production capacity by 15 times, from 200 MW to 3 GW per year.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 592 Mn

Project development

Scope:
The SHARC (Sustainable Hydrogen and Recovery of Carbon) project will reduce emissions at the Porvoo refinery in Finland, by moving away from the production of grey (fossil-fuel based) hydrogen towards both green hydrogen production (through the introduction of electrolysis) and blue hydrogen production (by applying carbon capture technology).

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 89 Mn

Scope:
The EFSD constitutes the first pillar of the External Investment Plan, with the key objective to provide an integrated financial package to finance investments in the regions of sub-Saharan Africa and the European Neighbourhood. It includes both blending operations and guarantees.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
"Given the initial LHI targets for 2020 have been met and exceeded ahead of schedule, further efforts are still necessary to accelerate energy transformation of SIDS. Almost all SIDS have set indicative national renewable energy targets coupled with strong political commitments resulted in 12 LHI SIDS partners targeting for more than 80% RE penetration in the power sector. IRENA undertook a consultation with SIDS LHI partners to identify new priority areas, whilst noting the persistent challenges faced by SIDS: heavy dependence on fossil fuels, high electricity tariffs, natural disasters, supply disruptions and inadequate infrastructure, limited access to affordable finance, weak institutional framework and limited capacity, and limited access to energy and modern technology. The new priority areas of the next phase of SIDS LHI which was endorsed at a High-Level Roundtable ""Increasing Ambition to Accelerate Energy Transformation in SIDS"" on September 2018 are: - 1. Support SIDS in reviewing and implementing NDCs, extending technical assistance and capacity building where needed; 2. Expand from assessment and planning to implementing effective, innovative solutions, with continued technical and regulatory advisory services to help SIDS overcome the unique challenges they face.; 3. Promote all renewable sources, including geothermal and ocean energy, and step up work to integrate solar PV and wind power.; 4. Support the development of bankable projects, fostering access to finance and closer co-operation with the private sector. 5. Strengthen institutional and human capacity development in all segments of the renewable energy value chain. 6. Expand focus beyond power generation to include transportation and other end-use sectors. 7. Leverage synergies between renewables and energy efficiency. 8. Reinforce links between renewables and non-energy sectors – including agriculture, food, health and water – to foster broad socio-economic development, as well as raising awareness about job creation, gender equality and women’s empowerment through renewable energy development. 9. Link renewable energy uptake to climate resilience and more effective disaster recovery. 10. Enhance collection and dissemination of data and statistics, supporting informed decision-making and effective monitoring. 11. Reinforce and expand partner engagement, leveraging synergies with existing SIDS initiatives and other IRENA coordinated platforms, such as the Global Geothermal Alliance, the International Off-Grid Renewable Energy Conference and the Coalition for Action. 12. Boost renewable power deployment, aiming for a target of 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity in SIDS by 2030."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 26.2 bn

Training

Scope:
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a multilateral environmental fund that provides grants and blended finance for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), mercury, sustainable forest management, food security, and sustainable cities in developing countries. It is the largest source of multilateral funding for biodiversity globally, and distributes more than $1 billion a year on average to address inter-related environmental challenges.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 150 bn

Financing

Scope:
"Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) is an international organization that works in partnership with the United Nations and leaders in government, the private sector, financial institutions, civil society and philanthropies to drive faster action towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7) – access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030 – in line with the Paris Agreement on climate. SE4ALL work to ensure a clean energy transition that leaves no one behind and brings new opportunities for everyone to fulfil their potential."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
"Lighting Africa is a joint World Bank Group program, which aims to expand access to clean, affordable, quality-verified off-grid lighting to people currently living without electricity in sub-Saharan Africa. The program has set the target of enabling 250 million people in the region to gain access to such products by 2030 by catalysing the market with targeted activities all along the supply chain. Lighting Africa is part of the World Bank Group’s contribution to Sustainable Energy for All (SE4All). It is implemented in partnership with the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP), the Global Environment Facility (GEF)"

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 14 Mn

Market intelligence, Quality assurance, Access to finance:, Consumer education, Business development support, Regulatory and policy dialogue

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 265 Mn (total GCF grant + equity for 35 countries in Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean)

Scope:
Developing countries and emerging economies

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Financing

Scope:
World, especially in SIDS and LDCs

Relevant ISA Program Area:

£ 54 Mn

Technical Assistance, Financing

Scope:
"The GCF finances activities to both enable and support adaptation, mitigation (including REDD+), technology development and transfer, capacity-building and the preparation of national reports. Countries are also supported in the pursuit of project-based and programmatic approaches in accordance with strategies and plans (such as low-emission development strategies, Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions, National Adaptation Programmes of Action, National Adaptation Plans and others). The GCF’s main impact areas are: Low-emission energy access and power generation Low-emission transport Energy efficient buildings, cities and industries Sustainable land use and forest management Enhanced livelihoods of the most vulnerable people, communities, and regions Increase health and well-being, and food and water security Resilient infrastructure Resilient ecosystems."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 10.1 billion

Scope:
EnDev is an ongoing initiative that continues to implement projects and programs to promote access to sustainable energy services in developing countries. The program has a long-term focus and aims to achieve sustainable impacts by strengthening local energy markets, building the capacity of local institutions and communities, and promoting the adoption of renewable energy technologies. EnDev has a multi-year funding commitment from its donors and partners, which enables the program to continue its work and expand its reach to more communities in need.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Technical assistance, capacity building, project development, and financing

Scope:
"The UEF was launched in 2020 focusing on mini-grids deployment in Benin, Madagascar and Sierra Leone. In 2022, as part of the scale-up of the UEF, the mini-grids window is being expanded to additional countries and a new funding window on stand-alone solar for productive use (SSPU) has been developed. The UEF aspires to be a USD 500 million facility, delivering approximately 1.3 million electricity connections and 300,000 clean cooking solutions, while reducing 4.8 MtCO2e of carbon emissions by 2023."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Project development, technical assistance, capacity building, and financing. The UEF also promotes innovative financing mechanisms, such as results-based financing and blended finance, to mobilize private sector investment in sustainable energy.

Scope:
The Global Partnership for Results-Based Approaches (GPRBA) has a broad scope, as it seeks to promote and support the use of results-based approaches (RBA) in the delivery of development programs and services. The GPRBA works with a range of partners, including governments, donors, and private sector organizations, to design and implement results-based financing (RBF) and other results-based approaches in a variety of sectors, such as health, education, water and sanitation, and energy.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Technical assistance and financing

Scope:
Renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy access, environment and climate change, capacity building and knowledge sharing

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 48 Mn

Funding, technical assistance and capacity building

Scope:
Clean cooking

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Investments in companies and organisations that support clean cooking products, providing financing and technical assistance to support the growth and scaling up of these businesses

Scope:
Clean cooking

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:
The BGFA provides funding and support to companies and organizations that are working to expand access to clean and affordable energy in rural and underserved areas of Africa

Relevant ISA Program Area:

initial commitment of SEK 506 Mn (approximately $ 57 million) from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA)

Financing, TA, Policy advocacy

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Funding

Scope:
"The European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI) is a financial tool created by the European Union (EU) in 2015 to support investment in the EU. The EFSI is part of the Investment Plan for Europe, also known as the Juncker Plan, which aims to boost investment in the EU and create jobs. The EFSI provides a guarantee to the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance riskier projects that may not otherwise receive funding. The EIB can then lend the money to companies and projects with a higher risk profile than they would normally take on. The EFSI has a budget of €26 billion in guarantees from the EU budget and the EIB's own resources. This will leverage an estimated €500 billion in additional investment in the EU by 2020. The EFSI is open to all EU member states and can finance a wide range of projects, including infrastructure, research and innovation, energy, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The EFSI has been successful in mobilizing private investment in the EU, creating jobs, and supporting economic growth. By December 2020, the EFSI had mobilized more than €550 billion in investment, supported more than 1.4 million small businesses and created 1.8 million jobs across the EU. For more information about the European Fund for Strategic Investments, you can visit the European Commission's website. Regenerate response"

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 26 bn

Financing

Scope:
"SEFA has spearheaded the African Development Bank’s engagement in green mini-grids, through the Market Development Program and country-focused support to create an enabling investment environment. Through these initiatives, SEFA has paved the way for the Bank to finance its first two scale-up green energy programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Burkina Faso. SEFA also develops flagship blended-finance initiatives in the sector. It played a catalytic role in the preparation and financial close of the Africa Renewable Energy Fund (AREF)(link is external) – one of the first pan-African equity funds in the market. It also played a key role in establishing the Facility for Energy Inclusion (FEI)(link is external) – a debt financing platform for small-scale renewables across the continent."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Equity and quasi equity Financing

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Grants, TA

Scope:

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 138 Mn

Scope:
"Power Africa is a United States government-led initiative launched in 2013 to increase access to electricity in sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative brings together public and private sector partners to address the region's electricity deficit, which is one of the greatest barriers to economic growth in the region. Power Africa aims to add 30,000 megawatts (MW) of new electricity generation capacity and connect 60 million households and businesses to the grid by 2030. The initiative focuses on six key areas: Power generation: Power Africa supports the development of new power generation projects, including renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, and hydro power. Transmission: Power Africa supports the development of transmission infrastructure to enable the efficient delivery of electricity to consumers. Distribution: Power Africa supports efforts to improve the efficiency and reliability of electricity distribution networks. Off-grid solutions: Power Africa supports the development of off-grid energy solutions, including mini-grids and solar home systems. Policy and regulation: Power Africa works with governments to develop policies and regulatory frameworks that support the development of the energy sector. Private sector engagement: Power Africa works with private sector partners to mobilize investment and expertise in the energy sector. Since its launch, Power Africa has mobilized more than $80 billion in commitments from public and private sector partners and helped to add over 14,000 MW of new generation capacity in sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative has also helped to connect millions of households and businesses to the grid and supported the development of off-grid energy solutions in underserved areas. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 128 Mn in 2022

Scope:
"The Scaling up Renewable Energy Program (SREP) is a global initiative that aims to support the deployment of large-scale renewable energy projects in developing countries. The program's scope is focused on providing financial and technical assistance to help developing countries increase their share of renewable energy in their energy mix, improve energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote sustainable economic growth. SREP supports a range of renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, and biomass. The program also provides support for energy storage solutions, energy efficiency measures, and electrification of rural areas. SREP's activities are centred around three main areas: Funding: SREP provides funding through concessional loans, grants, and other financial instruments to support the development and implementation of renewable energy projects in developing countries. Policy and Regulatory Support: SREP provides technical assistance to help countries develop the necessary policy and regulatory frameworks to facilitate the deployment of renewable energy projects. This includes support for feed-in tariffs, net metering, and other incentives to encourage the deployment of renewable energy. Capacity Building: SREP provides technical assistance to help build the capacity of developing countries to develop, implement and manage renewable energy projects. This includes support for training programs, knowledge-sharing, and best practices for renewable energy project development. Overall, the scope of SREP is broad and encompasses a range of activities aimed at promoting the deployment of renewable energy projects in developing countries. SREP plays a critical role in supporting developing countries in their transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient future. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

$ 8.3 bn

TA, Financing

Scope:
"The scope of the LIFE programme is broad and covers a range of areas related to the environment and climate change. Some of the key priorities and objectives of the programme include: Bio-Diversity Conservation, Circular Economy, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change adaptation, Environmental Governance ,Water Management Overall, the scope of the LIFE programme is broad and aims to address a range of environmental and climate change issues in the EU and EEA/EFTA countries. By providing funding and technical assistance to innovative projects, the programme plays an important role in promoting sustainable development and protecting the environment."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 5.4 bn (2021-2027)

Financing, TA

Scope:
"The Joint Research Centre (JRC) has a broad scope of activities aimed at providing independent scientific and technical support to the European Union (EU) policy-making process. The JRC's mission is to promote a sustainable and prosperous future for Europe by contributing to the development of evidence-based policies. The JRC's research activities cover a wide range of areas, including: Environment and climate change: The JRC conducts research on climate change, air quality, water resources, biodiversity, and ecosystems. Energy and transport: The JRC supports the development of sustainable energy and transport systems through research on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-emission transport. Agriculture and food security: The JRC provides scientific evidence and advice on agricultural and food-related policies, including food safety, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. Health and consumer protection: The JRC supports the development of policies to protect public health and consumer rights, including research on the safety of chemicals, medical devices, and food supplements. Digital economy: The JRC conducts research on the digital transformation of society, including cybersecurity, data protection, and artificial intelligence. Security and safety: The JRC supports EU policies related to security and safety, including research on disaster risk management, crisis management, and nuclear safety. In addition to these areas, the JRC also provides scientific services, including data collection, analysis, modelling, and the development of scientific tools and methodologies. The JRC's research results are disseminated through scientific publications, reports, and other communication channels to ensure that they reach policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 460 Mn (2021)

Research and Advise

Scope:
"The European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has a wide scope of responsibilities related to the development and implementation of the EU's internal energy market. Here are some of the key areas of ACER's scope: Supporting the development of the internal energy market: ACER is responsible for promoting cooperation and coordination between national energy regulators in the EU Member States. This includes ensuring the consistent implementation of EU energy market rules and regulations and providing advice and guidance on issues related to the internal energy market. Ensuring market transparency and integrity: ACER monitors and reports on the implementation of EU energy market rules, including regulations related to transparency, data reporting, and market abuse. The agency also develops common network codes and guidelines to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the EU's wholesale electricity and gas markets. Protecting energy consumers: ACER promotes the interests of energy consumers in the EU, by ensuring that energy prices are fair and transparent and that consumers have access to high-quality energy services. The agency also provides guidance on consumer rights and helps to resolve disputes between energy companies and consumers. Facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources: ACER supports the development and integration of renewable energy sources into the EU's energy mix, by providing guidance on technical specifications and procedures for the operation of the EU's electricity and gas networks. Fostering cross-border cooperation and regional integration: ACER supports cross-border cooperation and regional integration between national energy markets, by facilitating the development of regional energy cooperation frameworks and by ensuring the efficient use of cross-border transmission capacity. Overall, ACER's scope is focused on ensuring the efficient, transparent, and sustainable development of the EU's internal energy market, in order to promote the interests of energy consumers and to support the transition"

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Advisory

Scope:
Innovation and development of low carbon technologies

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 10 billion

Financing

Scope:
The scope of the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) is to coordinate and enhance energy research and innovation across Europe. The organization's primary objective is to develop sustainable energy technologies that are economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially acceptable.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Research and Advisory

Scope:
"The scope of the European Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan) is to accelerate the development and deployment of low-carbon energy technologies in Europe, with the aim of meeting the EU's energy and climate goals. The SET Plan focuses on 17 key technology areas, including wind, solar, geothermal, bioenergy, hydrogen and fuel cells, and carbon capture and storage. The SET Plan is designed to coordinate and streamline research, development, and demonstration efforts across the EU to ensure that low-carbon technologies can be brought to market more quickly and cost-effectively. The plan aims to increase the share of renewable energy in the EU's energy mix, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and increase energy efficiency. The SET Plan also includes a number of initiatives and programs to support the development and deployment of low-carbon technologies, including: The European Industrial Initiative (EII): This initiative supports the development of low-carbon technologies in partnership with industry. The European Energy Research Alliance (EERA): This initiative aims to coordinate and enhance energy research across Europe. Financing mechanisms: The SET Plan includes various funding mechanisms, including the European Commission's Horizon 2020 program, which provides funding for research and innovation projects, and the European Investment Bank's InnovFin Energy Demonstration Projects, which provides financing for the demonstration of innovative energy technologies. Overall, the scope of the SET Plan is to promote the development and deployment of low-carbon energy technologies in Europe through coordinated and streamlined research, development, and demonstration efforts. The plan is an essential component of the EU's efforts to transition to a low-carbon economy and achieve its energy and climate goals. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

"The budget for the SET Plan is mainly provided through the EU's research and innovation funding program, Horizon 2020, as well as through other EU programs such as the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) and the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF). In the period 2014-2020, the total budget for the SET Plan under Horizon 2020 was € 5.5 billion. In addition to the EU funding, participating member states also provide funding for the SET Plan through their national research and innovation programs. The exact amount of national funding provided by each member state varies depending on their individual budgetary allocations and priorities. Overall, the budget for the SET Plan is significant and reflects the EU's commitment to promoting the development and deployment of low-carbon energy technologies in Europe."

Research and Advisory

Scope:
"The Clean Energy for All Europeans Package has a wide scope and includes a number of legislative proposals and non-legislative communications aimed at updating and improving the EU's energy policies. The main areas of focus of the package include: Energy Efficiency: The package aims to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, products, and services in the EU by setting a target of at least 32.5% energy savings by 2030. Renewable Energy: The package aims to increase the share of renewable energy in the EU's final energy consumption to at least 32% by 2030, with a specific focus on increasing the use of renewable energy in heating and cooling and transport. Electricity Market Design: The package aims to modernize and integrate the EU's electricity market by promoting the development of cross-border interconnections, facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid, and ensuring a level playing field for all market participants. Governance: The package aims to strengthen the governance of the EU's energy and climate policies by setting out a framework for the development and implementation of national energy and climate plans. Energy Union Governance: The package aims to ensure the coherent and coordinated implementation of the EU's energy and climate policies by setting out a framework for the monitoring and reporting of progress towards the EU's energy and climate objectives. Overall, the Clean Energy for All Europeans Package is a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at accelerating the transition to a low-carbon and energy-efficient economy in the EU, while ensuring that the EU's energy system remains competitive and secure."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

It does not have a specific budget as it is a package of legislative proposals and communications aimed at updating and improving the EU's energy policies.

Legislative, Regulatory

Scope:
"The Energy Union is based on five key pillars, which are: Energy Security: The Energy Union aims to enhance the EU's energy security by reducing dependence on foreign energy sources and increasing the EU's own energy production, particularly from renewable sources. Energy Market: The Energy Union aims to create a single, integrated energy market in the EU to ensure fair competition and more affordable energy prices for consumers. Energy Efficiency: The Energy Union aims to reduce energy consumption in the EU by 27% by 2030, compared to 2005 levels, through the implementation of energy efficiency measures in buildings, industry, and transport. Decarbonization: The Energy Union aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the EU by at least 40% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, through the increased use of renewable energy sources and the implementation of carbon capture and storage technologies. Research and Innovation: The Energy Union aims to support research and innovation in the field of clean energy technologies, including renewable energy, energy storage, and smart grids. The Energy Union is a long-term strategy that requires the cooperation and participation of all EU member states, as well as stakeholders from industry, civil society, and research organizations. The implementation of the Energy Union is coordinated by the European Commission, which works closely with national governments and other stakeholders to ensure the success of the strategy. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

"The European Energy Union strategy does not have a specific budget allocation, as it encompasses a wide range of policies and initiatives across different sectors, such as energy, transport, and buildings. Instead, funding for the Energy Union is provided through a variety of EU programs, funds, and instruments. For example, the Horizon 2020 program provides funding for research and innovation in the energy sector, while the Connecting Europe Facility provides funding for the development of cross-border energy infrastructure. The European Regional Development Fund and the European Social Fund provide funding for energy efficiency measures in buildings, and the European Fund for Strategic Investments provides financing for sustainable infrastructure projects. In addition, the EU's Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) sets out the budget for the period 2021-2027, including funding for various programs and initiatives related to the Energy Union. The MFF includes a budget of €91.4 billion for the Horizon Europe program, which supports research and innovation in areas such as energy, transport, and climate change. It also includes a budget of €5.8 billion for the Connecting Europe Facility, which supports the development of energy infrastructure projects. Overall, while the European Energy Union strategy does not have a specific budget allocation, it is supported by a range of EU programs and funding sources aimed at achieving its objectives of secure, affordable, and sustainable energy for Europe."

Regulatory, Legislative

Scope:
"The scope of the European Battery Alliance (EBA) is to develop a competitive and sustainable battery manufacturing industry in Europe by establishing a complete and secure battery value chain, from raw materials to recycling. The EBA aims to reduce the EU's dependence on imported batteries and strengthen the competitiveness of its industry. To achieve this, the EBA is working on four main areas: raw and advanced materials, battery cells and modules, battery systems, and recycling and repurposing. The initiative aims to support the development of innovative and sustainable battery technologies that can power a wide range of applications, from electric vehicles and energy storage to consumer electronics and industrial equipment. The EBA's scope also includes promoting research and innovation in battery technology, facilitating the development of a competitive battery manufacturing industry in Europe, and fostering international partnerships with countries that produce key raw materials. The EBA also promotes responsible sourcing of raw materials, encourages the use of renewable energy in battery production, and promotes the recycling and repurposing of batteries at the end of their life. The initiative aims to create a circular economy for batteries, reducing waste and environmental impact. Overall, the European Battery Alliance has a broad scope, encompassing a wide range of activities and stakeholders in the battery industry, with the ultimate goal of creating a competitive and sustainable battery manufacturing industry in Europe. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

No specific budget

Research and innovation

Scope:
"The scope of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance is to accelerate the development and deployment of clean hydrogen technologies in Europe. The Alliance aims to bring together industry, public authorities, and civil society to create a thriving clean hydrogen ecosystem that can support the EU's climate and energy goals. The Alliance's scope covers the entire hydrogen value chain, from production to distribution and end-use applications. It aims to support the development of a competitive and sustainable hydrogen industry in Europe, which can contribute to the decarbonization of various sectors, such as industry, transport, and energy. The Alliance's objectives include promoting research and innovation, supporting the deployment of hydrogen technologies, fostering international cooperation, and building a robust policy and regulatory framework that can enable the scaling up of clean hydrogen in Europe. Overall, the scope of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance is to drive the development of a hydrogen economy in Europe that can contribute to the EU's climate objectives and help to achieve a carbon-neutral Europe by 2050. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

Research and Advisory

Scope:
"The scope of the European Climate Law is wide-ranging and ambitious, reflecting the urgent need for comprehensive action to address the challenges of climate change. The main scope of the European Climate Law is to establish a framework for achieving climate neutrality by 2050, which is the EU's long-term goal for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The European Climate Law includes several key elements, such as: Setting a binding target of reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. Establishing a process for setting intermediate targets, which will provide a clear roadmap for achieving the 2050 climate neutrality goal. Creating a governance system to ensure that Member States and EU institutions are held accountable for their climate commitments. Strengthening the role of the EU's independent scientific advisory body, the European Environment Agency, in providing evidence-based advice on climate policy. Ensuring a just and inclusive transition to a climate-neutral economy, including support for workers and regions that are most affected by the transition. In addition to these core elements, the European Climate Law also covers a wide range of policy areas, such as energy, transport, agriculture, and biodiversity. The law is designed to be flexible and adaptive, in order to respond to the evolving challenges and opportunities of the transition to a climate-neutral economy. Overall, the scope of the European Climate Law is comprehensive and far-reaching, reflecting the EU's commitment to taking ambitious action on climate change and leading the global transition to a sustainable and low-carbon future."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

No specific budget

Legislative

Scope:
The Scaling Solar program was launched in June 2015 as a World Bank Group initiative to rapidly expand private investment in utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power in Sub-Saharan Africa, which suffers from the world’s lowest connectivity rates. Scaling Solar offers governments a comprehensive support package, from site selection to securing a qualified sponsor through a competitive international tender, including financing and guarantees. Scaling Solar’s goal is to increase transparency and reduce risks and costs. The program uses a templated approach to procurement, including standard form bidding and project documents.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

pre-development support, technical assistance, capacity building, and project management support.

Scope:
"The scope of the Finland-IFC Blended Finance Program is to promote private sector development in developing countries. The program aims to support sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction by investing in private sector projects that have the potential to create jobs, increase incomes, and improve access to essential goods and services. The program's focus areas include renewable energy, financial inclusion, agribusiness, and forestry. However, the program is not limited to these sectors, and eligible projects can be in any sector that has the potential to promote sustainable economic development and poverty reduction. The program's approach is based on blended finance, which combines concessional financing from the government of Finland with commercial financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to support private sector projects. The program also provides technical assistance and advisory services to help companies improve their operations and become more sustainable."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

The program is funded through a combination of concessional financing from the government of Finland and commercial financing from the IFC. The exact amount of funding available for the program may vary depending on factors such as the government of Finland's budgetary allocations and the IFC's available resources.

Financing, TA

Scope:
"The program's scope includes: Providing technical assistance and financing to support the development and implementation of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. Supporting the development of policies and regulations to promote renewable energy investments and create an enabling environment for sustainable energy development. Building capacity and promoting knowledge-sharing among stakeholders in the energy sector. Conducting market assessments to identify barriers and opportunities for renewable energy deployment in specific countries or regions. Facilitating public-private partnerships to promote renewable energy investments and collaborations. Overall, the ACEP aims to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 7, which calls for universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy services by 2030. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

TA, Financing

Scope:
"The scope of the European Green Deal is wide-ranging and comprehensive, as it seeks to transform the European economy and society to achieve climate neutrality and environmental sustainability by 2050. The Green Deal encompasses a range of policy areas, including: Climate action: The European Green Deal sets the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, and it includes policies and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase the use of renewable energy, and promote energy efficiency. Circular economy: The Green Deal aims to promote a circular economy in which resources are used more efficiently, waste is minimized, and products are designed to be reused, repaired, or recycled. Biodiversity: The Green Deal recognizes the importance of biodiversity and the need to protect and restore ecosystems, and it includes measures to promote sustainable land use, protect forests and oceans, and halt biodiversity loss. Sustainable agriculture: The Green Deal aims to promote sustainable agriculture and food systems, with a focus on reducing emissions, improving soil health, and promoting sustainable practices. Transport: The Green Deal includes policies and initiatives to promote clean and sustainable transport, such as increasing the use of electric vehicles and promoting alternative modes of transport. Sustainable finance: The Green Deal recognizes the role of finance in achieving environmental sustainability and includes measures to promote sustainable finance, such as the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities and the Green Bond Standard. Overall, the scope of the European Green Deal is ambitious and far-reaching, and it aims to transform the European economy and society to achieve a sustainable and climate-neutral future. The Green Deal seeks to integrate environmental objectives into all areas of policy and decision-making, and it represents a comprehensive and integrated approach to addressing the environmental challenges facing Europe and the world. "

Relevant ISA Program Area:

"The European Commission has proposed a budget of € 1 trillion for the period from 2021 to 2027 to finance the Green Deal and related initiatives. This budget includes funding from different sources, such as the EU budget, the European Investment Bank (EIB), and private investment. The proposed budget is intended to support the implementation of a range of measures and initiatives, including: The European Climate Law, which aims to enshrine the EU's climate neutrality objective into law. The Just Transition Fund, which will support regions and communities that are heavily dependent on fossil fuels to transition to a sustainable and low-carbon economy. The Innovation Fund, which will support research and innovation in clean technologies and solutions. The Renewable Energy Financing Mechanism, which will provide funding for renewable energy projects. The Sustainable Europe Investment Plan, which aims to mobilize public and private investment in support of the Green Deal. Overall, the budget for the European Green Deal represents a significant commitment by the EU to address the urgent environmental challenges of our time and to build a sustainable and prosperous future for all. "

Regulatory, Legislative

Scope:
The measures in the REPowerEU Plan can respond to this ambition, through energy savings, diversification of energy supplies, and accelerated roll-out of renewable energy to replace fossil fuels in homes, industry and power generation.

Relevant ISA Program Area:

€ 210 bn, To support this, € 225 bn in loans were already available under the Recovery and Resilience Facility

Regulatory, Legislative

Scope:
"EFSD+ will raise financial resources for sustainable development from the private sector for inclusive economic development. It will support investment in partner countries to promote decent job creation, strengthen public and private infrastructure, foster renewable energy and sustainable agriculture, and support the digital economy. The European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus is the main financial tool to mobilise investments under Global Gateway – the EU strategy to narrow the global investment gap in infrastructure. The tool will raise up to €135 billion worth of investments in a variety of Global Gateway sectors. It is an innovative instrument that helps generate investment through guarantee capacity and blending grants."

Relevant ISA Program Area:

The investment framework also includes the External Action Guarantee and together, the two components deliver a firepower of € 54 billion for sustainable development. The External Action Guarantee has a capacity of € 130 bn to guarantee EFSD+ operations. Together with the private sector and thanks to the leverage effect, this may mobilise more than half a trillion euros in investments for 2021-2027.

Financing, TA