Deadline: 29-Aug-2025
The Climate and Clean Air Coalition is inviting expressions of interest for its Strengthening Clean Household Energy Transition Initiative. This project involves conducting a household energy assessment using the WHO “Household Energy Assessment Rapid Tool” to inform revisions and operationalize strategies under Liberia’s climate and health policies. It aims to include clean household energy priorities in national frameworks and action plans.
The initiative will serve as a platform for intersectoral collaboration, policy development, and targeted action to integrate clean energy into national development and health strategies. Additionally, it will build the capacity of government staff on the BAR-HAP tool, which measures the benefits of reducing household air pollution.
The expected output is a comprehensive Household Energy Assessment using WHO’s HEART tool. This assessment will guide national planning and investment decisions to support Liberia’s clean cooking transition. It will also equip policymakers with knowledge and tools to design effective programs, engage the health sector, and increase public awareness.
The estimated project cost is $100,000. By the end of the project, Liberia’s government aims to integrate clean household energy priorities into national frameworks and action plans, informed by the HEART assessment findings. An advocacy workshop on CHEST/HEART guidelines will be held for policymakers, senior government staff, and the private sector.
The Liberia HEART assessment will be conducted and published with a focus on clean cooking, heating, and lighting. A stakeholder workshop will validate the assessment report and align it with national policies. The findings will be disseminated through presentations and webinars to government and stakeholders.
The government will enhance its capacity to engage the health community and improve communication and awareness through training senior staff from the Ministry of Health, NPHIL, Ministry of Mines and Energy, and EPA on the BAR-HAP tool.
Efforts will also focus on catalyzing funding for clean cooking solutions, including electric cooking. An investment case will be developed and presented to national stakeholders and development partners. The project will complete mapping of financing mechanisms and donor engagement strategies for clean cooking in Liberia.
At least two funding proposals will be submitted to international donors and climate finance institutions to support scaling up clean cooking initiatives.
To be eligible, proposals must be submitted by NGOs, IGOs, or other not-for-profit entities before the deadline. Requested funding should be within the estimated budget or include a clear justification for additional expenses. Project duration must be under 24 months, with adherence to budget criteria and spending caps.
For-profit entities may participate only as stakeholders, co-funders, or end users. Applicants are encouraged to involve for-profit entities if their ownership is key to the project’s success.
Proposals will be evaluated on their clarity in achieving required outcomes during or soon after the project. They should include plans for scaling up, replicating, or sustaining results over time, demonstrate a clear approach to reducing SLCP emissions and co-benefits, and involve relevant stakeholders.
For more information, visit Climate & Clean Air Coalition.