Deadline Date: March 25, 2026
The Innovate UK is seeking grant applications to support accelerate innovative solutions and inclusive energy transition, help communities access sustainable energy while advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The primary objective of this competition is to accelerate innovations that enable a just and inclusive clean energy transition in developing regions. By supporting projects that increase access to clean energy, the program aims to extend the benefits of sustainable energy solutions, contributing directly to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Innovators and organizations are encouraged to submit proposals that demonstrate scalable, impactful solutions in the energy sector.
Eligible projects must have total costs ranging from £50,000 to £1.5 million and a duration of six to 24 months. Each project should contribute to improving clean energy access in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, the Indo-Pacific region, or Latin America, and involve at least one partner with a legal presence in these regions, which can include in-country offices.
Applicants must include a UK-registered administrative lead or, for international organizations, a UK administrative partner. Projects must also involve at least one micro, small, or medium-sized enterprise (SME) from anywhere in the world, include at least one legally separate collaborator, and incorporate testing or demonstration work in an eligible ODA country.
This funding opportunity represents a significant chance for organizations, startups, researchers, and SMEs to contribute to global clean energy access, foster international collaboration, and advance sustainable development in regions that need it most.
For more information, visit GOV.UK.
