The UNEP Calls for Proposals offer a rare gateway for African changemakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and civil society leaders to partner with one of the world’s leading environmental agencies. Whether you’re piloting a climate-resilient farming system in Malawi or digitizing plastic recycling in Dakar, this is your moment to scale impact with global support.
What’s at Stake?
As the world races to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, Africa stands at a crossroads, not as a passive participant but as an innovation powerhouse. UNEP’s latest calls for proposals invite transformative, scalable, and locally led ideas across sectors such as:
- Biodiversity and ecosystem restoration
- Circular economy and waste innovation
- Clean energy transitions
- Youth and gender-inclusive environmental projects
- Data, monitoring, and environmental policy tools
Who Should Apply?
- Startups and SMEs in the green economy
- Universities and research institutes focused on environmental solutions
- Community-based and youth-led organizations
- Policy think tanks and data labs
- Creative economy players building climate storytelling or awareness platforms
Why It Matters for Africa
Africa is no longer the continent waiting to be saved; it’s the one the world is looking to. With global attention shifting to sustainable investment and climate innovation, these funding windows offer more than capital. They offer legitimacy, visibility, and pathways to scale.
As the climate crisis intensifies, the creative and tech-savvy minds across Africa must lead with solutions rooted in community, culture, and data.
Submission deadline: 7 July, 2025
For more information, you can visit the UNEP Calls for Proposals Portal to view current opportunities and submission guidelines.
