Looking to take your green technology solutions global? Finnpartnership, NOPEF (Nordic Project Fund), and EEP Africa (Energy and Environment Partnership Trust Fund) invite you to a webinar on 22 January at 10AM (EET) offering an overview of financing options and project funding for markets outside Europe.

What’s included in the webinar?

• A presentation of three funding instruments that support internationalization and pilot projects.
• An inspiring case study of a company that successfully leveraged all three funding sources.

This event is especially relevant for companies developing green technologies and clean energy solutions, including innovative business models and concepts.

What do these funding instruments offer?

NOPEF – Nordic Project Fund
– Supports Nordic SMEs expanding beyond the EU and EFTA region.
– Funding covers feasibility studies for international investments, pilot projects, and demonstrations.
– Eligible applicants: Nordic SMEs specializing in green technologies or solutions.
– NOPEF can cover 50% of feasibility study costs, up to €50,000.
– Funding is provided as an interest-free conditional loan, which can later be converted partly or fully into a grant.

Finnpartnership – Business Partnership Support
– Helps Finnish companies enter emerging markets.
– Funding covers partner identification, market research, feasibility studies, piloting, staff training, innovation work, and solution development.
– Eligible applicants: Finnish companies of all sizes across various sectors.
– Grant share depends on company size and target country (30–70%), with a maximum of €400,000 per project.

EEP Africa – Clean Energy Project Support
– Supports early-stage projects in 17 countries in Southern and Eastern Africa.
– Eligible applicants: private companies and social enterprises registered in any country.
– Projects must demonstrate strong local market knowledge and a viable solution (MVP).
– Typical sectors: energy, agriculture, transport, healthcare, education, water, and sanitation.
– Funding ranges from €200,000 to €500,000, with a minimum 30% co-financing requirement.

Who should attend?

Companies aiming for international growth and developing solutions in green technology, clean energy, and sustainable development.