Window 2 Round 3:
Accelerating Green
Business Solutions
Under Window 2 round 3 with continued support from the German Development Cooperation through KfW Development Bank, GETF is supporting private sector-led scalable green business models that address critical environmental and sustainability challenges. This call is informed by recent findings which revealed strong private sector engagement in a wide range of green innovations, including green financial services, soil conservation, biodiversity restoration, and green energy.
The Expression of Interest (EOI) submission window for Window 2, Round 3 Opens Nov 26, 2025,19:00 CAT. Deadline is Jan 10, 2026, 23:59 CAT. Submissions outside this period will not be accepted.
The Green Energy Economic Transition Facility (GETF) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from registered private for-profit businesses in Malawi to participate in a competitive and transparent matching grant and on-demand technical assistance opportunity under Window 2 Round 3: Accelerating Green Business Solutions.
GETF is managed by UNDP with funding support from the Embassy of Ireland in Malawi, the German Development Cooperation through KfW Development Bank and Royal Norwegian Embassy. It aims to catalyze the development, scale-up, and adoption of private sector-led green business solutions in Malawi. GETF offers matching grants ranging from a minimum of USD 40,000 to a maximum of USD 300,000, and up to USD 35,000 in technical assistance, for private sector-led projects that deliver transformative environmental and socio-economic benefits.
Window 2 Round 3 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the GETF Window 2 Round 3 Matching Grant and On-Demand Technical Assistance, the lead applicant and collaborators must prioritize sustainability and conservation while addressing a specific environmental pressure point. The project should aim to create jobs, improve livelihoods particularly for low-income groups and reduce negative environmental impacts. It must promote scalable green initiatives through local partnerships, behavioural change campaigns, or innovative distribution models. Furthermore, proposals should clearly demonstrate their ability to deliver inclusive, impactful solutions that adhere to the triple-A paradigm of Affordability, Accessibility, and Acceptability among the targeted communities and contribute to the achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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The lead organization must be a private for-profit company already operating or willing to invest in a project to be implemented in Malawi.
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Applicants must demonstrate sound financial performance and good corporate governance.
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Projects must address a specific environmental challenge and improve access to green solutions.
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Applicants must provide at least 30% of total project costs matching funds, of which up to 10% can be in kind.
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Grant requests must be between US$40,000 and US$300,000.
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Projects must be innovative and additional to existing business activities.
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SMEs are defined as having between 5–100 employees.
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Projects must align with SDGs and demonstrate inclusive impact.
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The applicant must not use the GETF grant as loan capital, interest subsidies, or guarantees.
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Proof of legal and regulatory compliance is required.
Focus Areas
Applicants are invited to propose commercial green business solutions that align with the following green business challenges. These examples are illustrative and not exhaustive:
Waste Management Solutions
This theme will support enterprises turning waste into valuable resources through recycling, composting, and waste-to-energy innovations. Businesses that offer practical solutions for waste reduction, reuse, and recycling in urban or rural contexts. This includes circular packaging alternatives, conversion of agricultural or industrial waste into usable products, and community-led waste management models that create green jobs
Technologically Advanced Soil Conservation
Interventions that promote precision farming, agroforestry, and regenerative agriculture technologies to restore soil fertility and sustain livelihoods. Enterprises that contribute to soil regeneration through bio-fertilizers, cover cropping, and natural soil conditioners. Technologies promoting efficient nutrient use and controlling erosion—such as land contouring tools or digital precision farming systems—are strongly encouraged
Biodiversity Conservation and Restoration
This theme will promote reforestation, habitat restoration, and eco-enterprises that link conservation with community livelihoods. Businesses that integrate conservation with enterprise development—such as sustainable wild harvesting, nature-based tourism, eco-label certification, or restoration of habitats through commercially viable approaches
Green Financial Solutions-
This focus area will promote innovative financial products such as green loans, climate insurance, and digital platforms to unlock green investments. Financial service providers developing innovative products for green businesses, including climate-focused loans, savings, or insurance products. Digital platforms that improve access to green finance for underserved segments, especially women and youth
Crop and Seed Technologies
Interventions that promote precision farming, agroforestry, and regenerative agriculture technologies to restore soil fertility and sustain livelihoods. Enterprises that contribute to soil regeneration through bio-fertilizers, cover cropping, and natural soil conditioners. Technologies promoting efficient nutrient use and controlling erosion—such as land contouring tools or digital precision farming systems—are strongly encouraged
Livestock and Fisheries Technologies
Interventions will enhance productivity and resilience through climate-smart livestock housing, renewable energy integration, and improved breeding. The theme also supports biogas adoption and integrated aquaculture systems to improve food security and income diversification.
Eco-Tourism and Nature-Based Enterprises
This theme promotes community-driven tourism, eco-brands, and payment-for-ecosystem-service models that reward environmental stewardship.
Digital Green Solutions
The theme will support digital platforms for precision farming, carbon tracking, and green fintech applications.
E-Mobility and Green Transport
This theme supports electric motorcycles, bicycles, and buses powered by renewable energy, alongside local assembly and battery recycling to create green jobs.
