The ecosystem of the Project
To achieve its objectives, GBE will work closely with existing GIZ programs that are already active on the ground in the field of renewable energy and in support of the agricultural world. Partners in the project are civil society organizations, a platform of private sector associations, and national and international companies operating in the renewable energy and agricultural sector.
The target groups of the project in rural areas of Côte d’Ivoire are agricultural enterprises, cooperatives, women’s groups, farmers’ organizations and equipment manufacturers, as well as social institutions like schools and health centers.
Support for project planning or capacity building
Companies and cooperatives planning productive use projects will be supported by GBE Côte d’Ivoire in the development of projects and in the preparation of the necessary documents for funding applications.
The project plans to strengthen skills through training courses in partnership with the GIZ project for vocational training in the fields of renewable energy and energy efficiency (ProFERE).
In order to improve the framework conditions for the productive use of decentralized renewable energy systems, the project plans to provide support to the Ministry of Petroleum, Energy and Development of Renewable Energies (MPEER) in form of studies and advisory services.
Results-Based Financing (RBF) for the sale of productive use equipment
Participating companies receive financial incentives for each eligible piece of productive use equipment (solar pump, solar refrigerator or freezer, solar mill, etc.) sold and installed to end customers on a commercial basis. Incentives are paid after sales are reported and verified.