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24 February to 25 February 2026
Energy Storage Summit
London, UK
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24 February to 26 February 2026
Methane Mitigation Europe Summit 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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03 March to 04 March 2026
Africa Energy Indaba
Cape Town, South Africa
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17 March to 18 March 2026
World Energy Council France: NEXT GEN’ERGY CONGRESS 2
Paris, France
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09 April to 10 April 2026
International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum (IVECF)
Vienna, Austria
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13 April to 17 April 2026
Latin America and the Caribbean Energy Efficiency Policy Training Week 2026
Mexico City, Mexico
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14 April to 16 April 2026
International Sustainable Energy Conference - ISEC 2026
Graz, Austria
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20 April to 24 April 2026
Hannover Messe
Hannover, Germany
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21 April to 22 April 2026
Bloomberg New Energy Forum (BNEF) Summit
New York, USA
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21 April to 23 April 2026
Wind Europe
Madrid, Spain
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21 April to 24 April 2026
Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF)
Nairobi, Kenya
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22 April to 23 April 2026
Invest in African Energy
Paris, France
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29 April to 30 April 2026
Africa Investment Exchange (AIX): African Energy's Power Systems & Markets meeting
Nairobi, Kenya
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14 June to 17 June 2026
World Energy Council Romania: WEC Central and Eastern Europe Regional Energy Forum - FOREN 2026
Neptun, Romania
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16 June to 19 June 2026
Africa Energy Forum (AEF)
Dubai, UAE
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22 June 2026
Climate Innovation Forum
London, UK
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23 June to 25 June 2026
Intersolar Europe
Munich, Germany
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29 June to 30 June 2026
11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency
Montreal, Canada
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29 June to 30 June 2026
Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC)
Hamburg, Germany
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06 July to 15 July 2026
High-Level Political Forum (HLPF)
New York, USA
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09 July to 10 July 2026
2nd IEA Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa
Nairobi, Kenia
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| New Impact Case Study: Distributed Generation in Africa |
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| Solar-hybrid system installation in Gaduwa, Abuja, Nigeria © GIZ/KCM |
| Across Africa, businesses and communities are increasingly turning to distributed solar power to overcome chronic energy shortages, a trend that is reshaping the continent’s industrial and economic landscape. A new GET.transform Impact Case Study delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by the growth of distributed generation (DG) in Africa and offers an approach to unlock significant portions of power on the continent. |
GET.transform Impact Case Study: Distributed Generation in Africa © GIZ/Istock/NewSatiew
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The study builds on findings from the Policy Catalyst DG Window in partnership with Sustainable Energy Africa, African Forum for Utility Regulators (AFUR) and Association of Power Utilities of Africa (APUA) which worked with African countries to align regulations, technical standards, and utility processes to keep pace with the rapidly growing demand for self-generation. The first cohort, comprising Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, and Uganda, has already demonstrated substantial progress in refining regulatory frameworks with Madagascar now processing formerly stalled DG applications with a total capacity of 1.5MW.
Contact person Bhoomika Tiwari
Project description
GET.transform is a technical assistance programme supporting national and regional partners in advancing their energy transitions. GET.transform is part of the European multi-donor platform Global Energy Transformation Programme (GET.pro), and supported by the European Union, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands and Austria.
Further information
Download the report: » Distributed Generation in Africa » GET.transform
» Global Energy Transformation Programme » GET.pro |
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| The first certified solar energy technicians take their first steps on the job market in Madagascar |
The first generation of young certified solar technicians
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| Recruited by a leading company in solar energy in Madagascar, this young graduate is already applying his skills in the field © METFP Madagascar |
At the end of 2025, 27 young technicians, including 5 women, from vocational technical colleges in Antananarivo and Toliara entered the job market. The first of its kind in Madagascar, this pioneering 8-month work-linked course trains experts in the installation and maintenance of solar systems. Four of these young people have already been recruited by leading companies in the sector. The vocational technical colleges are now preparing to launch the second edition of this training course.
German cooperation has contributed to this success via the (Harnessing renewable energy for rural development) PERER project, co-funded by the EU and federal ministry for economic cooperation and development (BMZ), and implemented by GIZ. This initiative is a direct response to the country's growing need for skilled manpower for the energy transition. This support has led to a profound transformation through the development of an educational reference framework, specialised training of trainers, the construction of modern practical work rooms and the development of a dedicated employment platform.
Contact Person Carlos Miro
Project description
» Promotion de l’Électrification Rurale par les Énergies Renouvelables (PERER III) | GIZ
Further information
» GIZ PERER Formation sur le solaire photovoltaïque VO 2023 |
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| How Promotion of Electric Mobility in Cabo Verde (ProMEC) made Cabo Verde one of Africa’s e-mobility champions |
Cabo Verde
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| Mechanics attend training of trainers for the maintenance of electric vehicles @ GIZ |
In 2020, electric vehicles (EVs) were largely unknown and hardly available in Cabo Verde. Today there is a network of public charging stations and 12% of newly registered cars were electric in 2025.
This was possible due to the Mitigation Action Facility (MAF)-financed ProMEC project. Key elements were a rebate programme for EVs as well as the establishment of a concession for public EV charging stations. The concessionaire installed 56 public charging stations incl. three fast chargers. Cabo Verdeans can now choose between a large variety of EVs and get their vehicles serviced by technicians trained by the project.
GIZ and MAF urged the government to create fiscal incentives for EVs and charging stations, which were the government’s contribution to the project. These came into effect even prior to the project start. The government passed a decree-law making EVs the default option in the procurement of vehicles for public institutions in 2023.
Contact persons Léo Julien Pagnac and Eder Semedo
Project description
The ProMEC project provided technical and financial assistance for the promotion of electric vehicles and the establishment of an EV charging market.
» Cabo Verde – Electric Vehicles - Mitigation Action Facility |
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| Building Viable State Electricity Markets in Nigeria |
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| Group Photograph of State Electricity Market Workshop in Ebonyi State, Nigeria © Mavenpoint Consultancy |
Nigeria’s transition to state-led electricity regulation under the Electricity Act 2023 is gaining momentum as states strengthen their capacity to plan, regulate, and attract investment in the power sector.
Through support from GIZ, Abia, Ebonyi, and Nasarawa States are better equipped to design investor-ready electricity markets, manage the shift from federal to state regulation for sustainable and data-driven electricity planning.
During workshops, more than 210 key stakeholders, including Commissioners, Heads of Agencies, Permanent Secretaries, and private-sector actors, engaged in discussions that advanced practical approaches to integrated resource planning, bankable commercial frameworks, and off-grid electrification.
The exchanges strengthened institutional readiness at states level to expand electricity access, improve reliability, and align power-sector planning with wider development goals. These engagements mark the beginning of long-term cooperation to support efficient, investor-ready state electricity markets and increased on-grid and off-grid investment to attain Nigeria’s net-zero targets in 2060.
Contact persons Alexander Olatunde Akolo and Milos Karic
Project description
NESP is funded by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), with implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH in collaboration with the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Power.
» Promoting the Energy Transition and Energy Access in Nigeria (NESP III) | GIZ |
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| European Union joins Germany to strengthen Bolivian energy development |
Bolivia
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| The European Union and Germany sign an agreement to co-finance the ProTransición program, implemented by GIZ Bolivia © GIZ/ProTransición-Bolivia |
To support Bolivia's transition to energy diversification, reducing its dependence on gas and ensuring its electricity supply, the European Union is joining forces with German Cooperation, through GIZ, to enhance the impact of GIZ/ProTransición, which aims to create and strengthen the financial, operational, and technical conditions to increase the use of green or renewable energy, promote self-generation of electricity, and increase energy efficiency and electric mobility in Bolivia, contributing to the country's climate commitments.
The program, now called EU4ProTransición, will combine the €5 million granted by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) with an additional €4 million from the European Union, in non-reimbursable funds. Thanks to this new co-financing, strategic components of regional electricity integration and green hydrogen development will be incorporated, positioning Bolivia as a potential energy hub in the region.
Contact person Claus-Bernhardt Johst
Project description
ProTransición promotes Bolivia's sustainable and inclusive energy development by improving the financial, operational, and technical conditions of the electricity sector.
Further information
FactSheet ProTransición: » Programa de Fortalecimiento a la Transición Energética en Bolivia - ProTransición
Energypedia: » Energy Transition in Bolivia - energypedia
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| GIZ brings together international cooperation entities to support the Bolivian government on energy issues |
Bolivia
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| Government of Bolivia and representatives of international cooperation participating in the Subgroups Energy meeting @ GIZ/ProTransición-Bolivia |
GIZ and its Energy Transition Strengthening Program (ProTransición) led the 18th Meeting of the Bolivia Development Partners Group (Energy Subgroup). This forum provides a space for dialogue between the Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Energy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia and international cooperation agencies, where progress, strategic approaches, and regulatory frameworks for strengthening the country's development through the energy sector are analyzed.
During the meeting, each participating entity shared the actions it is implementing in support of the country, and the exchange of perspectives on the Hydrocarbons, Electricity, Green Energy, and Lithium laws, which are currently being promoted by the Bolivian government, was deepened. With this meeting, the State and international cooperation agencies reaffirmed their commitment to working together to promote a more sustainable and resilient energy sector, capable of responding to global challenges and the needs of the Bolivian population.
Contact person Claus-Bernhardt Johst
Project description
ProTransición promotes Bolivia's sustainable and inclusive energy development by improving the financial, operational, and technical conditions of the electricity sector.
Further information
FactSheet ProTransición: » Programa de Fortalecimiento a la Transición Energética en Bolivia - ProTransición
Energypedia: » Energy Transition in Bolivia - energypedia
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| CPERv: Innovation for a secure electrical system in Bolivia, facing climate variability |
Bolivia
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| Staff from the National Load Dispatch Committee (CNDC) monitor the stability of the electricity grid @ GIZ/ProTransición-Bolivia |
As Bolivia integrates more wind and solar energy into its interconnected grid, the challenge shifts. Now, it's not just about generating electricity from renewable sources, but also about ensuring grid stability, especially in the face of climate variability. To address this challenge, GIZ Bolivia and its Energy Transition Strengthening Program (ProTransición) promoted the use of the Center for Forecasting Variable Renewable Energies (CPERv): a comprehensive solution that produces daily forecasts for the planning and operation of the Bolivian electricity system.
Currently, the CPERv is no longer an external project, but an initiative institutionalized by the National Load Dispatch Committee (CNDC), which assumed its technical operation through the Energy and Meteorology Data Forecasting and Analysis Unit (PADEM). Thus, following training provided by GIZ/ProTransición, energy-meteorological forecasting is now a permanent function in the management of the national electricity system.
Contact persons Claus-Bernhardt Johst
Project description
ProTransición promotes Bolivia's sustainable and inclusive energy development by improving the financial, operational, and technical conditions of the electricity sector
Further information
FactSheet ProTransición: » Programa de Fortalecimiento a la Transición Energética en Bolivia - ProTransición
Energypedia: » Energy Transition in Bolivia - energypedia
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| Biogas and the Mexican energy transition |
German experiences and technology
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| Dr. Jorge Islas, Undersecretary of Planning and Energy Transition opening the Workshop © SENER |
Biogas is set to become an important building block of the Mexican energy transition due to its flexibility, storage capacity, and potential to strengthen energy security. Whilst Mexico has a large potential to produce biogas it only makes up less than 1% of energy produced today. This presents a huge opportunity for German companies who have the technology and decades of experiences in this sector.
The workshop “Opportunities for Biogas in Mexico – Experiences from Germany” |
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was organized by the Mexican-German Energy Partnership in cooperation with the Mexican Ministry of Energy (SENER) and featured experts from the German Energy Agency (DENA) and the German Biogas Association who shared Germany`s experience in developing the biogas sector. This space aimed at strengthening energy cooperation between Mexico and Germany by promoting the exchange of knowledge and experiences and positioning Germany as a key partner in the energy transition.
Contact person Fabian Barsky
Project description
The Mexican-German Energy Partnership is being implemented by GIZ on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE).
» The Mexican-German Energy Partnership | Energy Partnership Mexico-Germany |
| New Geospatial Data Set to Transform Environmental Assessment in Chile |
Government and international partners unlock clearer insights for green hydrogen and renewable energy planning
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| Authorities from the Environmental Assessment Service (SEA), GIZ, the Ministry of Energy, and the Ministry of the Environment of Chile @ GIZ Chile |
Chile has taken a decisive step towards modernising its environmental assessment framework by integrating advanced geospatial information into evaluation processes, potentially shortening permitting timelines and strengthening community participation.
The Environmental Assessment Service, the Ministry of Energy and the German development agency GIZ unveiled digital datasets that map project components, areas of influence and baseline conditions for initiatives already approved under the Environmental Qualification process.
This georeferenced information enhances transparency and analytical rigour for proponents and regulators alike, particularly in regions driving Chile’s green hydrogen action plan, such as Antofagasta and Magallanes. By embedding technology-enabled insights into environmental planning, public authorities and private investors gain a stronger evidence base for designing mitigation measures, aligning with Chile’s national carbon neutrality objectives.
The collaboration is part of the broader “Team Europe for Renewable Hydrogen” initiative supported by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
Contact person Cristian Fuentes
Project description
This technical assistance programme is a fundamental component of the TEI RH2 initiative in Chile, which will strengthen the conditions to promote the renewable and sustainable hydrogen economy in Chile.
Further information
» ACTIONS AND PROJECTS – Team Europe Initiative
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From Technical Assistance to Investment: Energy Management Learning Network Concludes in Peru
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€900,000 in savings and €900,000 in investments whilst reducing 6,405 tCO₂eq annually by October 2025
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| Learning network participants in Peru © GIZ Euroclima |
| Over twelve months, fifteen Peruvian companies have shown that energy efficiency drives both climate action and industrial competitiveness. The Energy Management Systems Learning Network, led by Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines with European Union support through Euroclima, has delivered key results. |
| Visit of representatives from the cement company: people tour the facilities, observing the production processes and the safety measures implemented © GIZ Euroclima |
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By October 2025, participating companies had invested €900,000 in efficiency measures, generating equivalent annual savings and reducing 6,405 tCO₂eq. Longer-term projections reveal deeper transformation: by December 2027, investment commitments could reach €53 million, with annual reductions of 296,081 tCO₂eq.
The initiative achieved strong leverage: every euro of cooperation catalysed €2.62 in private investment, a ratio expected to reach €156.25 by 2027. |
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| Main results from the Learning Network in Peru © GIZ Euroclima |
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The approach combines collaborative learning with ISO 50001 implementation across structured phases, proving adaptable in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
“It has been more than twelve months of joint work… sustainability and competitiveness can go hand in hand,” said José Neil Meza Segura, Director General of Energy Efficiency at Peru's Ministry of Energy and Mines.
Contact person Aschkan Davoodi
Project description
Euroclima is a European Union programme that strengthens EU-LAC cooperation to drive a green and just transition in Latin America and the Caribbean. It is co-financed by the European Union and the German federal government through the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
Further information
» From Technical Assistance to Investment: Energy Management Learning Network Concludes in Peru | Capacity4dev
» Euroclima - International Partnerships - European Commission |
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| Energy Management Systems in Jordan’s Water Utilities are now certified |
Three Jordanian Water Utilities have achieved ISO 50001 compliance for their Energy Management Systems
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| Professionals from the Jordanian water utility “Miyahuna” explain energy use at a water treatment facility to an ISO50001 auditor © GIZ Jordan |
| With energy costs absorbing up to 60% of annual budgets, Jordan’s three public water supply companies face significant challenges in managing energy consumption. In collaboration with the Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ), GIZ has supported the utilities in establishing Energy Management Systems in line with ISO 50001. |
| Signboard confirming that the facility operates under an Energy Management System © GIZ Jordan |
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After eight years of sustained implementation and improvement, all three utilities have successfully achieved ISO 50001 certification. This milestone confirms that robust technical and organizational processes are in place to drive continuous energy performance improvement. These include systematic energy reviews, performance monitoring, proper operation and maintenance of the water infrastructure, capacity building for relevant staff, and the development of energy-saving measures. Since 2022, implemented measures have already saved approximately 8,4 GWh.
By embedding structured energy management into daily operations, the utilities strengthen financial stability while reducing energy use and associated with greenhouse gas emissions.
Contact persons Rafael Wiese and Jonas Fischer-Fürwentsches
Project description
The Energy Efficient Water Sector (EEWS) project aims at improving the energy management in the Jordanian Water Sector through the anchoring of the Energy Management Systems. As the EEWS project will conclude soon, the Strong Water Utilities (SWU) project will continue the support of reg. energy management until 2028.
Further information
» Energy Efficient Water Sector in Jordan | GIZ
» Strong Water Utilities | GIZ |
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| Expansion of renewable energy for farmers through knowledge exchange on a national digital platform |
National Workshop for PM KUSUM portal users for smooth implementation of scheme
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Participants of the workshop at the auditorium of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India © HKRP Innovations Limited
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The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), supported by GIZ, organised a workshop on the state and national portal of the PM-KUSUM Scheme on 28.11.2025 at MNRE’s Auditorium, New Delhi. PM-KUSUM is a government scheme that supports farmers in using solar energy for irrigation and income generation. The workshop brought together 52 participants from State Implementing Agencies representing >15 states.
The agenda focused on reviewing digital implementation practices and discussing portal-based application workflows. Participants of the state nodal agencies actively shared their on-ground experiences related to portal usage, data validation, and coordination between state and national digital systems. This helped build a clearer understanding of common challenges and implementation practices across states.
Overall, the workshop served as a platform for structured interaction, knowledge sharing, and alignment on digital processes under PM-KUSUM. The portal enables farmers to apply for financial support and allows officials to track progress for data-driven policymaking.
Contact persons Prasun Kumar Das and Prerna Sharma
Project description
Solar in Rural Areas (SiRA) is designed to provide technical assistance to partner Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Govt. of India for solarisation of rural areas with an aim of improving livelihood options for women.
» Solar in Rural Areas (SiRA)
Further information
» Related post of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy: (26) Post | LinkedIn |
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| Beating the Heat: Shaping India’s Cooling Future |
India
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| Launch of the District Cooling Roadmap © GIZ India |
| As heat extremes intensify across India, cooling is essential for health, productivity and liveable cities, but rising demand is increasing electricity use and emissions. The challenge is no longer whether cities will cool, but how they can do so sustainably. District Cooling Systems (DCS) offer a scalable solution, reducing energy use, lowering peak demand and delivering efficient cooling at city scale. |
| District Cooling Roadmap for India © GIZ India |
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The District Cooling Strategy and Stakeholder Dialogue on 16 December 2025 aimed at accelerating DCS uptake. Convened with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Government of India, the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the event aligned policymakers, cities and industry representatives around concrete next steps. The launch of India’s District Cooling Roadmap and the Virtual District Cooling Hub strengthened policy clarity, knowledge sharing and demand aggregation: critical levers to move DCS from pilots to wider adoption in line with India’s decarbonisation goals.
Contact persons Nitin Jain and Lena Kliesch
Project description
The Energy Efficient Cooling Project was funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) under the International Climate Initiative (IKI). The project supported the implementation partner, the Indian Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Indian Ministry of Power in the acceleration of the adoption of sustainable cooling practice, specifically District Cooling up to December 2025.
Further information
» District Cooling Roadmap
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| New Financial Mechanisms to Drive Green Transformation Projects |
Viet Nam
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| No Green Growth without Green Finance – SHIFT Launch Message © GIZ |
| Viet Nam’s ambition to become a high-income country by 2045 while reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 can only succeed if green finance moves from vision to action. |
| Key Partners Officially Launch the SHIFT Project © GIZ |
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On 27 January 2026 in Hanoi, the SHIFT – Shifting Investment Flows Towards Green Transformation project was officially launched with support from Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI). The initiative brings together Vietnamese government agencies and international partners to unlock green investment and accelerate the energy transition.
Led by Viet Nam’s Ministry of Finance and coordinated by GIZ GmbH, SHIFT acts as a policy catalyst - strengthening the investment framework, mobilising climate finance and supporting businesses, especially SMEs and women-led enterprises, to access green capital.
SHIFT sends a clear message: green growth is not possible without financial systems that actively direct capital towards low-carbon, climate-friendly solutions.
Contact person David Ambadar
Project description
By combining policy support, financial mechanisms and technical expertise, the SHIFT project fosters an enabling environment for green investment, supporting Viet Nam’s green transformation while contributing to long-term economic growth and climate objectives.
» Shifting Investment Flows Towards Green Transformation (SHIFT) pdf. |
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| Testing to Transition: ACT MEPS Highlights from South Korea to the Philippines and Vietnam |
Energy efficiency in the cooling sector
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| Hands-on demonstration on ISO 5151 test set up in the KHVAC Ansan laboratory @ GIZ/ Maraida Licerio |
Cooling alone accounts for 10% of global energy consumption, making minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) vital policy measures to steer energy efficiency. The ACT MEPS project aims to advance air conditioner energy efficiency in Vietnam and the Philippines.
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| Study tour at KHVAC (South Korea) enabled peer exchange among Philippine and Vietnamese delegations on ISO air conditioning (AC) standards © GIZ/ Maraida Licerio |
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In January a study tour to Korea Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Testing Institute (KHVAC) South Korea focused on national adoption of standards on energy performance testing and calculating methods for energy efficiency of air conditioners. The learning for the Vietnamese and Philippine delegations included clarified bin-hour temperature distributions, strengthened test accuracy and certificate recognition, and practical pathways for regular MEPS updates.
Furthermore, in the Philippines, the project concluded its activities with a consultation workshop on an ambitious MEPS upgrade to cooling seasonal performance factor (CSPF) 6.09 until 2033. Manufacturers and importers confirmed feasibility needs and transition strategies. The conclusion of the workshop is a clearer, actionable roadmap for MEPS enforcement, market transformation, and sustained efficiency gains.
Contact person Ellen Michel
Project description
ACT MEPS aims to institutionalize national air-conditioner minimum energy performance standards (up to 100,000 Btu/h) in Vietnam and the Philippines by convening strategic dialogues with key stakeholders and strengthening partner institutions’ capacities to implement, monitor, and sustain these standards.
» Energieeffizienzstandards für Klimatechnik in Vietnam und Philippinen (ACT MEPS) | GIZ
» Air Conditioning Transformation through Energy Performance Standards - Green Cooling Initiative |
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| Bringing Clarity to Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreements in Indonesia |
Bridging the Gap: Translating International Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) Best Practices into National Regulatory Reality
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| A meeting room with several participants seated at long tables using laptops. A projector screen shows a video call © Rahma/Communication Specialist, GIZ Indonesia & ASEAN |
| Indonesia’s energy transition is not driven by targets alone. To meet ambitious climate targets, Indonesia needs more than just sunshine and wind; it needs bankable rules. For years, inconsistent contract terms slowed the transition, leaving investors and the national utility in a cycle of lengthy negotiations. |
| Director General. BEE Addressing the participants © GIZ India |
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Working alongside the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), GIZ helped bridge this gap by translating international best practices into local regulatory reality. This collaborative "deep dive" resulted in MEMR Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on Power Purchase Agreement Guideline for Renewable Power Plants, a landmark policy that finally recognises modern project schemes and adjusts penalties for the intermittent nature of solar and wind power.
By bringing clarity to Power Purchase Agreements, this reform replaces uncertainty with a predictable roadmap for investment. It is a vital step in moving renewable projects from the drawing board to the national grid, ensuring that policy ambition translates into actual clean energy on the ground.
Contact persons Dini Kemala and Christoph Luerssen
Project description
REEP2 (1,000 Islands – Renewable Energy for Electrification Programme, Phase 2) focuses on renewable energy grid integration by improving Indonesia’s institutional, regulatory, and technical conditions to help achieve national renewable energy targets. Implemented by DG EBTKE and GIZ on behalf of BMZ, it supports JETP Indonesia.
» JETP Indonesia
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| Green Today, Waste Tomorrow: When Renewable Energy Technologies Reach the End-of-Life |
Renewable energy growth will create new waste streams that demand clear and forward-looking policies
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| Training participants from ASEAN stakeholders are learning the recycling process of solar PV during the site visit in Thailand © GIZ/ Purnaning Tuwuh Triwigati |
The renewable energy boom is accelerating across Southeast Asia. Solar PV, wind, and battery storage are scaling rapidly to meet climate and energy goals. Yet behind this green success lies a quieter challenge: once their lifespans end, they form a new and complex e-waste stream – rich in valuable materials, but hazardous if left unmanaged.
Projections indicate that e-waste from renewable energy in the region will surge after 2035, with solar PV waste alone potentially exceeding one million tonnes by 2045. Without clear rules, this wave could overwhelm existing waste systems and undermine sustainability goals.
To address this challenge, the ASEAN-EU German Climate Action Programme (CAP) – Energy Component provides capacity development for ASEAN stakeholders and develops policy recommendations and roadmaps. Through GIZ’s support, ASEAN stakeholders are better equipped to integrate e-waste from renewable energy into regional energy transition planning, unlock circular economy opportunities, and mitigate emerging environmental, economic, and social risks.
Contact persons Purnaning Tuwuh Triwigati and Tiphaine Atzberger
Project description
ASEAN EU-German Climate Action Programme (CAP) aims to improve ASEAN’s capacity to promote regional cooperation for implementing ambitious climate policies and for accelerating the sustainable energy transition towards clean energy and greater energy efficiency.
» ASEAN German Climate Action Programme | GIZ
» ASEAN EU-German Climate Action Programme (CAP) - EU-ASEAN
Further information
» Electronic Waste (E-waste) Management of Renewable Energy Components in the ASEAN Region: Challenges, Recommendations, and Future Roadmap - ASEAN Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ACESP) |
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| H2Uppp in 2025: Scaling Up Green Hydrogen Development in Southeast Asia |
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H2Uppp Indonesia Hybrid Seminar on 6th November 2025, Partnered with AHK/EKONID © GIZ/H2Uppp Indonesia
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In 2025, International Hydrogen Ramp-Up Program (H2Uppp) continued its work on the global market ramp-up of green hydrogen by translating pilot initiatives into concrete public-private partnerships (PPPs) and market-oriented platforms across countries.
In Indonesia, H2Uppp through GIZ and AHK-EKONID organised activities such as business roundtables and hybrid seminars to explore green hydrogen developments, engaging a total of 104 companies. A PPP with HDF Energy and Neuman & Esser was initiated to assess feasibility of hybrid electric-hydrogen ferries on the Kupang-Rote route, with further progress expected in 2026. The joint-studies explores the technical, financial, regulatory, and social environmental aspects of deploying a hybrid hydrogen powered ferry solution in a small island context.
These activities align with Indonesia’s National Hydrogen and Ammonia Roadmaps. At the regional level, the ASEAN Low-Carbon Energy Technologies Roadmap (ALERT) further underlines the relevance of developing practical green hydrogen use cases that respond to local energy, transport, and industrial needs.
Contact person Atiek Puspa Fadhilah
Project description
The International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme (H2Uppp) of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) promotes projects and market development for green hydrogen in selected developing and emerging countries as part of Germany’s National Hydrogen Strategy.
» H2Uppp - PtX Hub
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| 20 Years of Emissions Trading in Greece and the EU |
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| GIZ team with representatives of public authorities implementing EU ETS, Renewable Energy Directive (RED) and FuelEU © Georgios Raftopoulos, GIZ |
| Twenty years on, Greece, like other EU countries, is navigating an important compliance phase under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and the newly introduced ETS2, with implications for how the EU will advance towards its climate targets. |
| Presentation of the lessons learnt from the first year of EU ETS implementation in maritime transport © Nina Mitiaieva, GIZ |
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On 15-16 January, at a two-day annual information event supported by GIZ Greece, the Hellenic Ministry of Environment and Energy outlined strategic priorities for the 2026 ETS compliance cycle, providing key stakeholders with early clarity on regulatory expectations and enforcement practices.
Key outcomes included guidance on upcoming compliance requirements, and sector-specific practical recommendations to reduce compliance risks. The participants in turn shared their challenges, highlighting where regulatory guidance and administrative processes can be further streamlined.
By aligning public-sector strategy with private-sector experience, the event strengthened predictability and trust - both essential for sustaining investments in emissions reduction and for keeping Greece on track with its climate and energy policy objectives.
Contact person Nina Mitiaieva
Project description
The project CLIMA+ supports Greece in implementing new climate policy requirements of the EU. It is implemented with funding from the European Commission and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
» CLIMA+ - EUKI
Further information
» EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) - Climate Action - European Commission |
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| A Secure Energy Future for the Western Balkans |
Building cooperation through the Regional Climate Partnership
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia
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| Wind Park supporting the clean energy transition @ Miodrag Vujacic/ GIZ |
Why does the Western Balkans’ energy transition stall? Because ageing grids and slow reforms are the real bottleneck, not a lack of renewable projects.
The project on the decarbonisation of the electricity sector is entering a new phase, after delivering one of the most comprehensive technical reform packages the region has seen. In its first phase, more than 20 tailored support actions helped governments and regulators tackle grid constraints, renewable integration, storage, digitalisation, electricity markets and system stability, with over 430 officials and partner representatives directly engaged. |
| Presentation of the Regional Power Grid Action Plan for the Western Balkans in Brussels @ GIZ |
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The result is a jointly agreed Regional Action Plan on power grids. For the first time, all WB partners have set shared priorities for modernising regional electricity networks, enabling greater cross-border trade and faster connections for clean energy projects.
The next phase continues supporting efforts to turn regional commitments into investments that can unlock a cleaner, more secure electricity system in the region.
Contact persons Nicolas Heger and Mario Jasic
Project description
The project is modernising Western Balkans' power grids to support renewable energy integration, addressing outdated coal reliance, and promoting sustainable, climate-friendly energy transitions across the region.
» Decarbonization of the Power sector in the Western balkans 2 | GIZ
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| How to boost private Sector Cooperation (ZmW) in your project |
The role of the Business Scouts in the energy sector
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You are trying to integrate private sector cooperation into your project? Then the Business Scouts for Development come just right!
The Scouts are part of the Agency for Business and Economic Development (AWE), funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Their main goals are:
1) They facilitate market entry for companies in GIZ partner countries, i.e. in emerging and developing markets. The Scouts provide advice on funding opportunities, international networks and more.
2) They translate industry talk to GIZ. The Scouts support you to implement private sector cooperation, to bring German companies and industry interests into your projects.
The Scouts are GIZ colleagues, seconded to the Energy Storage Systems Association(BVES),Jan Knaack, and to the German Renewable Energy Federation (BEE), Nikolaus Supersberger. They are interfaces between Germany’s renewable energy and storage sectors and development cooperation.
Feel free to approach the Scouts to discuss how to involve German industries and access companies for your-projects!
Contact persons Nikolaus Supersberger and Jan Knaack
Further information
» Business Globally Involved: We would be happy to advise you | Agentur für Wirtschaft & Entwicklung
» Bundesverband Erneuerbare Energie e.V. (only in German)
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Yet another coalition? Where the CHAMP Initiative on Multilevel Climate Action is heading after COP30 and what this means for GIZ
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Climate ambition often fails at the seams between national plans and sectoral delivery. Targets are set nationally, but action happens locally.
At the 30th Conference of Parties (COP30) in Belém, this gap was addressed head-on. The 78 endorsersof the Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP), adopted a new governance structure. Germany and Brazil took on the role as Co-Chairs until 2028. An Implementation Roadmap is now being developed, focusing on how governments work across levels and sectors to deliver climate results to turn climate action into a shared implementation task.
For GIZ, this creates immediate entry points. Your project may already be working on multilevel governance –linking ministries with regions and cities, aligning plans and budgets, or supporting sectoral implementation on the ground. CHAMP offers a platform to connect this work, and shape emerging global standards. In parallel, a GIZ self-initiated measure is being prepared to pilot multilevel governance and subnational finance approaches in two partner countries.
Contact persons Ricarda Faber and Jan Korte
Project description
Leveraging Opportunities for Urban and Infrastructure Systems Transformation (LOUIS): A project of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) on advancing climate action in cities and regions for effective Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) implementation.
Sector Programme Cities: A German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) project on sustainable urbanisation. It advances key topics such as integrated urban planning, municipal finance and climate action in cities.
Further information
» Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP) for Climate Action
» LOUIS – Leveraging Opportunities for Urban and Infrastructure Systems Transformation | GIZ
» Cities | GIZ |
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Agency for Business and Economic Development (AWE)
The AWE is the central point of contact for the German and European business community interested in engaging with development cooperation.
The AWE supports the German and European business community with sustainable projects and investments in countries of the Global South. With its network of over 40 experts in Germany and abroad, AWE offers individual advice on funding, financing and project development and establishes contacts worldwide. AWE's experts provide access to strategic partners, support the transfer of know-how and make it easier for companies to enter promising markets. By establishing new partnerships and innovative solutions, economic players from countries in the Global South benefit and local economies are strengthened.
» Agency for Business and Economic Development | AWE |
Adding carbon crediting for e-fertilizers to the Paris Agreement
In a public-private cooperation with H2Uppp, Perspectives Climate Research GmbH has developed an Article 6.4 methodology for green fertilizer production and was granted submission to the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM) for public consultation. Being part of the frontrunner group of submissions, the proposed methodology suggests being globally applicable for greenfield and brownfield project activities that produce ammonia for fertilizers primarily with renewable electricity.
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Delivering the UAE Consensus: Tripling renewable power and doubling energy efficiency by 2030
October 2025
The IRENA Delivering on the UAE Consensus report tracks global progress toward two of the three main objectives of COP 28: Tripling renewable energy capacity to 11.2 TW and doubling energy efficiency by 2030. In 2024, 582 GW of renewable capacity was added (15.1% growth), but annual additions must reach 1,122 GW (16.6% growth) to meet the 2030 target. Solar PV is the main factor for renewable capacity (452 GW added in 2024) growth, but wind, hydropower, and bioenergy lag significantly. Key challenges include uneven geographic deployment, supply chains, large-scale batteries, dynamic grids and digitalization. Energy efficiency improved by just 1%, far below the required annual rate. An increased Energy Efficiency of 5% per year between 2025-2030 is required to meet the 2030 target.
» Delivering the UAE Consensus: Tripling renewable power and doubling energy efficiency by 2030
Financing Electricity Access in Africa – Analysis - IEA
October 2025
The IEA’s Financing Electricity Access in Africa report examines the progress toward achieving universal electricity access on the continent, where 600 million people still live without electricity. Despite the estimated need for USD 15 billion in annual investments, only USD 2.5 billion was committed to new electricity access connections in sub-Saharan Africa in 2023, exposing a critical financing gap. This gap arises from limited local equity capital driven by low profit margins, constrained household budgets, and high project risks, particularly for small-scale, decentralized renewable energy initiatives. To address these challenges, blended finance solutions must be expanded to reduce financial risks while the implementation of targeted policy reforms helps to eliminate barriers preventing local populations from accessing essential funding.
» Financing Electricity Access in Africa – Analysis - IEA
World Energy Outlook 2025 – Analysis - IEA
November 2025
The flagship report World Energy Outlook 2025 (WEO-2025) reflects the latest energy data, technology and market trends, and government policies. It explores a range of possible energy futures in three scenarios and their implications for energy security, access and emissions. Energy security is a priority: In a fragile geopolitical environment, supply chain risks for fossil-based energy production regarding oil and gas are replaced by new risks in the critical mineral sector. Electricity demand is rising in all scenarios fueled by electrification of cars and heating systems, cooling and AI. Universal energy access and clean cooking are achievable by 2035 and 2040 respectively but are not compatible with the Paris agreement. According to the current net zero emissions (NZE) scenario limiting global warming to 1.5°C is possible after a long-lasting overshoot period and extensive carbon dioxide capturing.
» World Energy Outlook 2025 – Analysis - IEA
Energy Efficiency 2025 – Analysis - IEA
November 2025
The Energy Efficiency 2025 report analyses global energy efficiency developments, showing recent trends in energy intensity and demand, investment, employment and policy. Global energy efficiency improved to 1.8% in 2025, up from 1% in 2024, but remains off track to meet the COP28 target of doubling annual improvements to 4% by 2030. The improvement is supported by strong policy actions, rising electrification, and increased focus on industrial efficiency. New policies are needed to increase the usage of best-in-class technologies for different sectors. To further improve energy efficiency, governments must raise policy ambition, close gaps in industrial and building efficiency, and address labor shortages to accelerate progress.
» Energy Efficiency 2025 – Analysis - IEA
Coal 2025 – Analysis - IEA
Dezember 2025
The Coal 2025 Report assesses the current state and prospects of worldwide coal supply, demand and trade by grade and region. Coal is a cornerstone of electricity generation in many countries as well as the single largest source of carbon dioxide emissions globally, placing it at the center of international dialogues on energy. The worldwide coal demand is forecast to plateau at a record high of 8.85 billion tons in 2025, before declining slightly by 3% until 2030. China dominates coal production and consumption, while Indonesia is the biggest exporter and in developing economies, coal is often used as a cheap energy source for economic growth. Possible drivers to curb coal demand are the expansion of renewable energy capacity and cheap LNG supply.
» Coal 2025 – Analysis - IEA
Renewable energy and jobs: Annual review 2025
January 2026
The IRENA’s Renewable Energy and Jobs Annual Review indicates that global employment in renewable energy continued to grow in 2024, reaching a record high of at least 16.6 million jobs. Employment growth in 2024 (2.3%) slowed compared to 2023 (18%). The primary factors contributing to this deceleration include economies of scale, automation, and improved labor productivity, particularly in China, where 43.9% of renewable energy sector jobs are located. While China experienced a slight decline in jobs, other countries saw significant increases, highlighting regional and technological disparities.
IRENA emphasizes the substantial potential for future job creation in the renewable electricity sector. With appropriate education and qualification initiatives, the sector could generate up to 30 million jobs by 2030.
» Renewable energy and jobs: Annual review 2025
Electricity 2026 – Analysis - IEA
February 2026
The IEA’s annual report on global electricity systems and markets provides an in-depth analysis of the recent trends and policy developments including forecasts for electricity demand, supply and carbon dioxide globally from 2026 until 2030. For the first time in thirty years, electricity demand has outpaced economic growth in 2024; a trend that is likely to continue. Emerging economies will drive nearly 80% of the additional electricity consumption through 2030 with China as the largest contributor. In developed countries, electricity demand is accelerating again after 15 years of stagnation, mainly fueled by AI, data centers and advanced manufacturing. The rising electricity demand as well as the increasing importance of renewable energy carriers pose major challenges to electricity grids worldwide requiring targeted regulatory reforms and significant investments to prevent grid congestion and to accommodate future electricity demand in the upcoming “Age of Electricity”.
» Electricity 2026 – Analysis - IEA |
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