About

Established in 2010, the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) is a non-profit organization operating with the support of the United Nations Foundation. CCA is dedicated to promoting clean cooking technologies in low- and middle-income countries. Their mission is to mobilize investment, innovation, and political will to accelerate access to clean cooking solutions, aiming to mitigate health issues, environmental degradation, and socio-economic challenges associated with traditional cooking methods. ? CCA provides various funding opportunities to support stakeholders across the clean cooking ecosystem. These include grants, investments, and other financial support mechanisms aimed at advancing clean cooking initiatives globally. ? Current Funding Opportunities: Decarbonising Humanitarian Energy: This fund focuses on transitioning from diesel-powered generators to renewable energy in the Sahel Region. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable energy solutions in humanitarian settings. ? West Africa Clean Cooking Fund: This fund aims to advance qualified projects that enhance the sustainable adoption of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) as a clean cooking solution in West Africa. The initiative seeks to improve access to clean cooking technologies and reduce reliance on traditional biomass fuels. ? Guarantees for Renewable Energy Investments: This guarantee scheme supports renewable energy investments in low- and middle-income countries, aiming to increase energy access and promote sustainable development. The program provides financial guarantees to mitigate investment risks in renewable energy projects. ?

Eligibility

• Varies by programme, but generally includes:
• Organisations must be actively supporting the sale and use of improved cookstoves across the clean cooking value chain
• Must engage entrepreneurs or sales agents (preferably women) in value chain activities
• For non-profit programmes: organisations with experience conducting capacity building, technical assistance, and guidance development
• Must demonstrate work in international household energy and health sector
• Alliance partners are eligible to apply for certain programmes
• Must work in developing countries/low-to-middle income countries
• Must demonstrate commitment to women's empowerment and/or climate action