Projects
Discover the impactful projects supported by GETF on this page, where we highlight the innovative initiatives funded through our various windows. These projects focus on advancing clean energy and fuel-efficient solutions, contributing to sustainable development in Malawi.
GETF provides matching grants and on-demand technical assistance to projects that invest in alternative energy sources and fuel-efficient solutions tailored to urban and peri-urban households. These initiatives are designed to be affordable, accessible, and acceptable, with a strong emphasis on creating positive social and environmental impacts.
Lead applicants and their collaborators must propose projects that embrace the Triple-A Paradigm: Affordability, Accessibility, and Acceptability, while tackling challenges related to marketing, distribution, and adoption. By addressing these key areas, the funded projects aim to improve energy access and support long-term benefits for communities in Malawi.
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Explore the diverse range of projects that are shaping a sustainable and energy-efficient future for the country.
Mount Meru Petroleum
Mount Meru Petroleum Ltd is a leading energy company in Malawi, committed to providing affordable and reliable energy solutions to urban and semi-urban households. With a focus on promoting cleaner and safer fuel sources, MERU aims to increase accessibility, visibility, and reliability of LPG as an energy source. Meru, operated by Mount Meru Petroleum, is a leading distributor of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Malawi. With a network of fuel stations across the country, Meru provides LPG for household use, offering a cleaner and safer alternative to traditional cooking methods.
Kawandama Hills Plantation
Established in 2009, Kawandama Hills Plantation is an 8,000-hectare essential oil estate located in the heart of the scenic Viphya Forest Reserve in Northern Malawi. It is the largest plantation of its kind in Southern Africa. The company has reforested large areas while preserving thousands of hectares of indigenous woodland, home to a range of wildlife including hyena, small wild cats, wild pigs, honey badgers, and diverse endemic bird species. We have built a distillation facility on site and currently employ over 200 people. To date, we have planted nearly 7 million trees across nearly 3,000 hectares.
Intrinsic
Intrinsic Biogas is a trailblazing organization revolutionizing the energy landscape in Malawi through its innovative Compressed Biogas (CBG) technology. With a focus on sustainability, environmental conservation, and social impact, Intrinsic Biogas is transforming the way households access clean energy. Headquartered in Blantyre, Intrinsic Biogas was founded by Chiku Bvumbwe, a passionate enthusiast in energy and environment. The company is committed to providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions to urban households in Malawi, with the goal of reducing the country's dependence on biomass fuels, mitigating climate change, and promoting economic growth.