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Promoting a just energy transition
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Dear IKI Partners and Friends,
Increasing the use of renewable energies and enhancing energy efficiency are key aspects of climate action. In the funding area of greenhouse gas mitigation, the International Climate Initiative (IKI) is therefore focussing, among other things, on the field of energy transition. However, the restructuring of energy systems and markets is challenging, especially when it comes to the technological and socio-economical aspects. IKI projects therefore aim to support the energy transition in partner countries and implement it in a socially just manner ("Just Transition").
In this issue of the newsletter, we present a number of projects that work in this IKI priority field of action. These range from supporting community-based electrification with photovoltaic mini-grids in Nigeria to participation formats for the energy transition in Indonesia and promoting a green recovery of Ukraine´s energy infrastructure.
And, while we´re here, don´t forget that the IKI Country Call Colombia is open until the beginning of September. We´re still looking for project ideas aimed at decarbonising the energy sector and relating to landscape restoration!
Enjoy reading!
Best regards,
Your IKI Communications Team
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A bottom-up approach to rural electrification
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A new initiative by the IKI supports rural communities in Nigeria in developing their own mini-grid projects. The initiative provides user-friendly tools and workshops, empowering these communities to plan and implement sustainable energy solutions, thus improving their quality of life and reducing dependency on diesel power. Read more ... |
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Linking the building sector with climate action
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The PEEB Cool initiative, backed by the IKI, promotes energy-efficient and resilient buildings in 11 hot-climate developing and emerging countries. Launched at the 2024 Global Forum on Buildings and Climate, it aims to reduce CO2 emissions and increase energy efficiency, aligning the sector with global climate goals. Read more ... |
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Just Energy Transition in Indonesia
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The Innovation Regions for Just Energy Transition (IKI JET) project is establishing regional forums in Indonesia to foster inclusive consultation on energy transition. These forums aim to develop local policies for economic diversification and support at-risk communities during the shift from coal to renewable energy, ensuring a just and sustainable energy future. Read more ... |
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Training courses for a just transition in South Africa
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The IKI Just SA project (Just Transition to a Decarbonised Economy for South Africa) is providing training courses in South Africa's Mpumalanga province to support a just transition to a green economy. These sessions equip local administrators with tools to promote sustainable economic practices, align policies and raise awareness in vulnerable communities. Read more ... |
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IKI support for a green recovery in Ukraine
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The IKI is supporting Ukraine's green recovery amidst the ongoing conflict. By funding decentralised renewable energy projects and enhancing energy efficiency, the IKI is helping to create a resilient, sustainable energy system. At the recent Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin, IKI reaffirmed its commitment with significant funding and initiatives designed to promote environmental and economic stability. Read more ... |
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How the IKI is supporting the global energy transition
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In the funding area of greenhouse gas mitigation, one of the fields the IKI has prioritised, is the energy transition. Building on the experience gained in Germany, the focus here is on the further development of energy transition technologies, their financing and their socially just implementation in order to ensure social acceptance of the necessary transformation in the partner countries. Read more ... |
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The IKI Country Call Colombia is open until September
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We are currently seeking project outlines aimed at decarbonising the energy sector and relating to landscape restoration in Colombia. The funding volume provided by the IKI per project ranges from 20 to 25 million euros. All details on the call ... |
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IKI BBL | September | virtual
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Outlook: Upcoming IKI Brown Bag Lunch
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The IKI Brown Bag Lunch is taking a summer break. We will be back at the beginning of September to present the next event, which will focus on young people's commitment to climate action. Details on the date and programme will follow shortly!
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IKI online calendar
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Submit your event to the IKI website!
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To make the wide range of IKI events more visible to the IKI community and to help with event promotion, a digital event calendar is available on the IKI website. In addition to the exclusive management of your event entries, you will significantly boost the visibility of your events, particularly within the IKI international community. Meanwhile, IKI website users can enjoy the convenience of saving events in their preferred time zone and exporting them to personal calendars. Use this form to enter your events ... |
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IKI-Factsheet
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Promoting the energy transition
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IKI projects aim to support the energy transition in partner countries and implement it in a socially just manner. They initiate dialogues between government, administration, employers, unions and commercial enterprises, encouraging them to consider long-term socio-economic aspects. Read more ... |
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Podcast
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Insert solutions here: climate meets democracy
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The podcast series "[insert solutions here]. Climate meets Democracy" delves into innovative solutions for the climate crisis through the lens of democratic engagement. Featuring global experts, it highlights the intersection of environmental action and democratic principles. Listen to the podcast ... |
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Online seminar: IKI Country Call Colombia
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On 4 July 2024, we held an online seminar to give interested organisations an idea of what makes a good project outline. For all those who were unable to attend, we are publishing the recording here. Watch the video ... |
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Salt and pepper: women in refrigeration technology
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Women working in the field of refrigeration technology report on the challenges and experiences in their profession. The video was produced as part of the IKI project Cool Contributions fighting Climate Change. Watch the video ... |
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