Call for Grant Applications –
Mitigation Action Facility Call for Projects 2025
Application Deadline:
19 February 2025
About Organisation
The Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) is a leading platform for driving climate action across key sectors. Established in 2012 as a multi-donor, grant-based program, MAF provides climate finance and technical support for mitigation projects. It focuses on energy, transport, and industry, supporting projects that align with countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
Through annual competitive calls, MAF funds scalable and replicable projects that accelerate sectoral transitions toward carbon neutrality. The Facility aligns with global climate initiatives, including the Breakthrough Agenda, Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs), and Climate Club priorities. By offering targeted financial and technical assistance, it helps stakeholders implement impactful climate change mitigation strategies.
About the Grant
The Mitigation Action Facility launched its Call for Projects 2025 on 19 November 2024 at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This initiative funds ambitious climate mitigation projects aligned with Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and long-term strategies (LTS) under the Paris Agreement.
The Call follows a structured selection process: Concept Phase, Outline Phase, Detailed Preparation Phase (DPP), and Implementation Phase. It prioritizes projects in energy, transport, and industry, supporting innovative, market-based solutions. Selected projects receive grant-based funding, with an upper funding limit of EUR 25 million per project. Up to 25 project concepts will be shortlisted for the Outline Phase, with tailored support available for new applicants.
Who can Apply?
Public and private entities engaged in climate action can apply, including governments, NGOs, research institutions, and private sector organizations. Eligible projects must:
- Focus on energy, transport, or industry with cross-sectoral approaches allowed.
- Align with NDCs, LTS, and international climate commitments.
- Propose innovative, scalable, and sustainable financial mechanisms.
- Demonstrate potential for long-term market impact and replicability.
- Be led by organizations with operational and technical capacity for project execution.
Each applicant can submit up to six project concepts, including regional branches and subsidiaries. New applicants with limited prior experience in MAF’s programs may receive tailored support during the Outline Phase.
How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted via the Open Application Platform (OAP). The Concept Phase runs from 19 November 2024 to 19 February 2025. Shortlisted applicants will advance to the Outline Phase for further project development.
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by 19 February 2025. Late submissions will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
The final deadline to submit project concepts is 19 February 2025. Early submissions are encouraged.
Grant Amount
Selected projects can receive up to EUR 25 million, covering technical assistance and financial support for implementation.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
