Call for Strengthening Climate Transparency in Somalia’s Energy and Waste Sectors

The Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) is inviting eligible organizations to support Somalia in strengthening climate transparency systems and improving the implementation and tracking of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 for the Energy and Waste sectors. The grant provides up to USD 200,000 for a 14-month project that will enhance greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring, data management, institutional capacity, and reporting under the Paris Agreement’s Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF).

ICAT Somalia Climate Transparency Grant Overview

The Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) is supporting Somalia in developing a robust climate transparency system that strengthens the country’s ability to monitor, report, and verify progress toward its climate commitments under the Paris Agreement.

Following the submission of Somalia’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 (2025–2035), the country has established ambitious mitigation and adaptation targets for several priority sectors. However, the absence of a harmonized Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system has limited the government’s ability to monitor greenhouse gas emissions, evaluate climate policies, mobilize climate finance, and meet international reporting obligations.

This project will establish practical systems, technical tools, institutional arrangements, and monitoring frameworks that enable Somalia to effectively track climate actions in the Energy and Waste sectors while strengthening long-term national capacity for climate transparency.

Focus Areas

The grant supports projects related to:

• Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) implementation
• Climate transparency systems
• Greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories
• Greenhouse gas emissions projections
• Energy sector emissions
• Waste sector emissions
• Climate monitoring and reporting
• Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV)
• Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF)
• Climate finance transparency
• Climate policy assessment
• Renewable energy policies
• Adaptation monitoring and evaluation
• Just transition monitoring
• Institutional capacity building
• Data management systems
• Climate governance
• Paris Agreement implementation
• Carbon market readiness
• Sustainable development monitoring

Funding Information

The funding opportunity includes:

• Maximum grant amount: Up to USD 200,000
• Project duration: 14 months
• Projects will support Somalia’s climate transparency and NDC implementation efforts.
• Funding focuses on technical assistance, institutional strengthening, and system development.

Why This Grant Matters

Somalia contributes less than 0.1% of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet remains one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change.

This project is important because it helps Somalia:

• Strengthen implementation of its NDC.
• Improve greenhouse gas reporting.
• Meet Paris Agreement reporting obligations.
• Build national climate data systems.
• Support evidence-based policymaking.
• Increase transparency and accountability.
• Improve access to international climate finance.
• Strengthen readiness for carbon market participation.
• Enhance coordination among government institutions.

Project Objectives

The project aims to:

• Develop a national NDC tracking framework.
• Improve greenhouse gas data collection.
• Strengthen emissions reporting systems.
• Build institutional capacity.
• Develop emissions projection models.
• Improve policy monitoring.
• Enhance climate finance transparency.
• Strengthen monitoring of adaptation actions.
• Improve coordination between national institutions.

Eligible Project Activities

Projects may include activities such as:

• Developing NDC tracking systems
• Creating greenhouse gas inventory frameworks
• Building emissions projection models
• Monitoring climate policies
• Assessing energy sector mitigation measures
• Developing adaptation monitoring frameworks
• Climate finance transparency systems
• Institutional coordination mechanisms
• Data collection template development
• Capacity-building workshops
• Technical training for government experts
• Quality assurance and quality control systems
• Policy impact assessments
• Renewable energy policy analysis

Technical Tools Supported

The project encourages the implementation and strengthening of:

• GACMO (Greenhouse Gas Abatement Cost Model)
• LEAP (Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning System)
• ICAT Renewable Energy Methodology
• Greenhouse gas projection methodologies
• NDC tracking tools
• Climate reporting systems

These tools will help national experts regularly update emissions projections and monitor climate commitments.

Expected Project Outcomes

Successful projects are expected to deliver:

• National NDC tracking framework
• Institutional coordination mechanisms
• Greenhouse gas emissions projections
• Monitoring indicators
• Data collection templates
• Climate reporting procedures
• Improved MRV systems
• Quality assurance and quality control procedures
• Capacity-building for government experts
• Enhanced climate finance transparency
• Improved energy policy assessment
• Stronger reporting under the Enhanced Transparency Framework

Who Is Eligible?

Eligible applicants include:

• Universities
• Academic institutions
• Research organizations
• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• Think tanks
• Civil society organizations
• Registered for-profit entities

Applicants should demonstrate technical expertise in climate policy, greenhouse gas accounting, environmental management, energy systems, climate transparency, or related disciplines.

Who Will Benefit?

The project will benefit:

• Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
• Government ministries
• Municipal authorities
• Mogadishu Municipality
• National Statistics Directorate
• Universities
• Research institutions
• Climate experts
• Policymakers
• Environmental agencies
• Energy sector institutions
• Waste management authorities

How to Apply

Step 1

Review the project objectives and confirm that your organization has expertise in climate transparency, greenhouse gas accounting, climate policy, environmental management, or related technical fields.

Step 2

Prepare a proposal describing:

• Technical methodology
• Work plan
• Expected outputs
• Institutional capacity-building approach
• Project timeline
• Budget
• Risk management strategy

Step 3

Demonstrate your organization’s experience in greenhouse gas accounting, climate transparency, policy analysis, data management, or institutional capacity development.

Step 4

Submit the complete proposal before the official deadline in accordance with the ICAT application guidelines.

Tips for Preparing a Strong Proposal

To improve your proposal:

• Demonstrate knowledge of Somalia’s NDC 3.0.
• Include practical climate transparency solutions.
• Present realistic implementation timelines.
• Show experience with GHG accounting tools.
• Explain institutional coordination mechanisms.
• Include capacity-building activities.
• Develop measurable indicators.
• Ensure alignment with the Paris Agreement Enhanced Transparency Framework.

Common Application Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common mistakes:

• Providing unclear implementation plans.
• Weak institutional coordination strategies.
• Limited technical methodology.
• Unrealistic project timelines.
• Incomplete budgets.
• Insufficient greenhouse gas expertise.
• Missing monitoring indicators.
• Weak sustainability planning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply for the ICAT Somalia Climate Transparency Grant?

Eligible applicants include universities, research organizations, NGOs, think tanks, civil society organizations, and registered for-profit entities with relevant technical expertise.

How much funding is available?

Projects may receive up to USD 200,000.

How long can projects last?

The implementation period is 14 months.

Which sectors does the project focus on?

The initiative focuses primarily on the Energy and Waste sectors.

What is the main objective of the project?

The project aims to strengthen Somalia’s capacity to monitor, manage, and report progress toward its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) commitments through improved climate transparency systems.

Which technical tools will be used?

The project supports the use of GACMO, LEAP, and the ICAT Renewable Energy Methodology for greenhouse gas projections and NDC tracking.

Why is climate transparency important?

Climate transparency helps countries monitor emissions, evaluate climate policies, meet international reporting obligations, improve accountability, mobilize climate finance, and support evidence-based decision-making.

Conclusion

The ICAT Somalia Climate Transparency Grant represents a significant opportunity for organizations with expertise in climate policy, greenhouse gas accounting, environmental management, and institutional capacity building to support Somalia’s transition toward a stronger climate governance system. By establishing comprehensive NDC tracking frameworks, strengthening greenhouse gas reporting, and improving institutional coordination, the initiative will help Somalia meet its Paris Agreement commitments while enhancing transparency, climate finance readiness, and long-term resilience.