Call for bids 2023-24: UK-Singapore Green Economy Framework Regional Fund

Description

1) Objective

In March 2023, the UK signed the Green Economy Framework (the Framework) with Singapore, a hybrid climate-trade agreement that is a first-of-its-kind for the UK. More information and full text of the Framework’s overarching Memorandum of Understanding can be found here.

The three key pillars of the Framework include: 1) Green Transport (maritime, aviation, and zero emissions vehicles); 2) Low Carbon Energy Technologies (hydrogen, carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), and grid technologies including interconnection, cross-border electricity trade and solutions to improve system resiliency and flexibility); and 3) Carbon Markets and Sustainable Finance.

2) Eligibility

Eligible applicants include organizations and individuals that can propose projects aligning with the Framework’s objectives. The specific eligibility criteria, such as the type of organizations (e.g., non-profits, educational institutions, governmental bodies) and individual qualifications, are not detailed in the provided information.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Singapore.

4) Budget

The fund offers up to GBP £15,000 per project. This budget is intended to cover the costs associated with the development and implementation of the pilot projects.

5) Application

Proposals must be submitted by 23:59 (GMT +8) on December 15, 2023. The application should include a cover letter, a completed activity-based budget form, and a project proposal form. All costs in the proposal should be presented in GBP. Applications are to be emailed to the British High Commission in Singapore. The selection process will involve a review of the proposals based on their alignment with the Framework’s goals, feasibility, risk management, and value for money.