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Who is Accion?

Who is Accion?

Accion is a global nonprofit on a mission to create a fair and inclusive economy for the nearly two...

By Carmen Merab
Who is Shell Foundation?

Who is Shell Foundation?

Shell Foundation is an endowed, UK-registered charity that catalyses clean energy innovation and unlocks inclusive investments in Africa and...

By Carmen Merab
What is the role of Shell Foundation and its partners?

What is the role of Shell Foundation and its partners?

Shell Foundation provides funding and guidance, while Accion (SSA and India), BFA Global (SSA), and Upaya Social Ventures (India)...

By Carmen Merab
What makes a strong candidate?

What makes a strong candidate?

Strong candidates are those with: A robust, scalable solution addressing energy challenges specifically for microentrepreneurs, especially women that improve...

By Carmen Merab
How can I apply?

How can I apply?

Applications for SSA can be submitted through this ClimaFii Alliance website. Startups and SMEs can also be nominated by...

By Carmen Merab
When are applications open?

When are applications open?

Applications open on January 23 and close on February 21.

By Carmen Merab
What outcomes does the program aim for?

What outcomes does the program aim for?

The SSA program seeks to select and support 10 clean energy enterprises in the first year and expects at...

By Carmen Merab
How much funding can selected businesses receive?

How much funding can selected businesses receive?

Each selected business in the SSA program can receive up to $85,000 in funding, comprising cash grants and in-kind...

By Carmen Merab
What is the purpose of the program?

What is the purpose of the program?

The program aims to empower microentrepreneurs, especially women, by increasing access to clean energy technologies, boosting productivity, and enabling...

By Carmen Merab
What is the ClimaFii Alliance?

What is the ClimaFii Alliance?

The Climate and Finance Innovations (ClimaFii) Alliance is a collaborative, global initiative by Shell Foundation, Accion, Upaya Social Ventures,...

By Carmen Merab