The Mitigation Action Facility Call for Projects Program 2026 (With up to EUR 100 million in Funding)

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About The Mitigation Action Facility Program Call for Projects

The Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) funds organizations and national institutions to implement climate mitigation projects that advance carbon-neutral development. With up to EUR 25 million per project from an overall EUR 100 million envelope, the Facility supports initiatives in energy, transport, and industry sectors, integrating policy, finance, and technical assistance to accelerate Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and sustainable development.

• Sponsor Organisation: The Mitigation Action Facility

Benefits of The Mitigation Action Facility Program Call for Projects

• Total funding envelope: EUR 100 million

• Maximum per project: EUR 25 million

• Lighthouse Pilot Projects: Optional modality for innovative delivery pathways

• Concepts per applicant: Up to six

• Finalists invited to pitch: Up to 25

• Project phases:

  1. Concept Phase – Initial project proposal

  2. Detailed Preparation Phase – In-depth project planning (optional for mature projects)

  3. Implementation Phase – Full project execution

The Mitigation Action Facility Program Call for Projects Requirements

Eligible applicants include:

• National ministries or governmental agencies

• Development banks

• NGOs and INGOs

• Foundations

• Private financial institutions or commercial companies

Eligibility criteria:

• Projects must be located in an OECD DAC-listed partner country

• Must focus on energy, transport, or industry

• Proposals should combine policy reform and financial instruments

• Must align with any existing NDC Partnership plans

• Activities must qualify as Official Development Assistance (ODA)

• Must present strategies to leverage additional capital and phase out Facility support

Application Date and Process

1. Confirm eligibility and project alignment with partner country priorities

2. Submit up to six concept proposals per applicant

3. Selected concepts advance to the Detailed Preparation Phase or directly to the Proposal Phase for mature projects

4. Participate in finalist pitch sessions if invited

5. Upon approval, receive technical and financial support for full implementation

Applicants are encouraged to design projects with:

• Clear impact metrics for emissions reduction and carbon-neutral development

• Strong local ownership and governance

• Long-term sustainability beyond Facility funding

Application Deadline

25 February, 2026

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