The Ashden Award for Integrated Energy Africa is open to energy companies, finance and technology providers, and other businesses that create integrated clean energy solutions in and around towns and cities on the continent. Their work should bring together multiple energy services to power transport, homes or businesses, in harmony with wider national energy systems.
Community involvement is key - the winning solution will be designed and delivered with input from people facing energy poverty, and will bring about change in areas of greatest need.
Who can apply?
Companies, NGOs, government organisations, social enterprises and community groups are all eligible.The work must be currently available to clients, customers or beneficiaries.
Eligibility Criteria
All candidates must fulfil these eligibility criteria:
- The work submitted for an award must be currently available to clients, customers or beneficiaries.
- The candidate must demonstrate an innovative approach to their work.
- The candidate's work must have the potential to create a significant impact.
- The candidate must demonstrate good governance and management.