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Call for Applications Guidelines

          The Productive Use of Solar Energy (PUSE) Pilot Program

Deadline for submission of Application is 8th April 2023

Introduction

 The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) with funding from the Mott Foundation is implementing a Pilot Project titled, “Financing Solutions for Local Productive Use of Solar Energy Entrepreneurs in East Africa’s Agriculture Sector” which aims to enhance access to Productive Use of Solar Energy (PUSE) in key agricultural value-chains in Kenya , Uganda and Tanzania for two  years, from January 2023 to December 2024. The programme budget is USD 355,000. The programme aims to support 30 businesses to create over 160 full time job opportunities.

The expected outcome is to enable increased commercialisation and scale up of Productive Use of Solar Energy solutions in key agricultural value-chains, which create decent jobs, increase community resilience to climate change as well as other environmental and social benefits.

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) is a social impact organisation operating in the climate space committed to supporting micro and small enterprises and driven by innovation. Through this program, ​​KCIC (and its clients) will directly and indirectly contribute to the achievement of  SDG 7 (affordable and clean energy), SDG 8 (decent work and economic growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and ​​SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

KCIC is targeting post revenue (with annual revenues of over USD 10,000) locally owned Productive use of solar businesses that provide distributed renewable energy(Solar) solutions while promoting Productive use of energy in the following agricultural value chains across  Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda :

Target Value Chain PUE component/Applications in the Value chain
Dairy/Milk ●      Production and collection;

●      Processing ; Pasteurization, Thermization,  Sterilisation, Drying, Cooling

●      Value addition processes

Aquaculture/fishery ●      Extraction/fish harvesting;

●      Storage and handling;

●      Value addition processes;

Horticulture ●      Production; On farm mechanisation, pumping, To          power technologies that aim at increased           operational efficiencies

●      Storage and handling

●      Value added  processing;Drying, grinding, milling

●      Marketing and distribution

The Kenya Climate Innovation Center, which is the implementing partner, is placing a call for applications to our Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program  to support Productive Use of Solar Energy initiatives  under the program . The Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program will address key challenges that hinder Productive Use of Solar Energy Initiatives and related innovative business models from tapping into the immense potential in the cleantech sector.

The applications can be submitted online through the KCIC website. The calls for applications will run from the 27th  February  2023 to 8th April 2023. Thereafter, evaluation of the applications will be done and responses to the applicants will be communicated by KCIC by the 30th of April 2023. KCIC will offer successful applicants a letter of agreement for review and thereafter signing. This call for applications aims to onboard 30 SMEs  that cover renewable energies while promoting Productive Use of Solar Energy in the stated value chain for the respective countries.

Post on-boarding to the programme, a needs assessment exercise will be conducted to ascertain the specific needs of the successful applicants. Based on these needs, successful applicants will receive technical and financial support based on assessment done to support their growth and the Productive Use of Energy  initiative.

Guideline          Reference  Overview Details
1 Application process ●   All Applications must be submitted online through the Kenya Climate Innovation Center website Application portal

●   The Applicants must complete an application form by answering a series of mandatory questions

●   Personal information supplied in the application form such as names, addresses and date of birth should be verifiable and the applicant is solely responsible for informing KCIC of changes in current contact methods indicated in their application.

●   The Applicant must provide current correspondence address, email and telephone numbers and inform of any changes during the review and onboarding process.

●   Upon submission of the application form, an email will be sent to the Applicant or via the preferred contact method indicated in their application.

●   Once submitted, applications cannot be altered or amended.

●   Review of applications will commence immediately after client applications have been received in our system. Shortlisting of applicants will take place following the close of the Application Window.   

Guideline          Reference  Overview Details
2 PUSE Priority Agricultural Value Chains Applicants from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania can apply to join the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program :

1. Productive Use of Energy Pilot Program

This is a 2-year  program targeting post revenue  businesses (with annual revenues of over USD 10,000). The businesses are provided with highly individualised services , intensive practical training and business coaching aimed at;

●      enabling them execute PUSE initiatives  in the respective target value chains and country

●      Setting the clients on a rapid business growth path

●      Preparing clients to be investor ready as well as raising investments.

This Pilot program focus to support SMEs that provide PUSE solutions for the below value chains across Kenya, Tanzania and Kenya ;

●      Dairy value chain

●      Horticulture value chain

●      Aquaculture/Fishery value chain

Details
Business Compliance

Scope: The enterprise should offer solar solutions  for productive use applications in one of the 3 value chains;

  1. Horticulture Value chain

Businesses focusing in any of the following stages  will be considered but are not limited to;

❖    Renewable energy: Incorporating solar to reduce the amount of energy needed to power horticultural facilities.

❖    Production stage; On farm mechanisation,  pumping or increase operational efficiency;

➢  Solar-powered irrigation system

➢  Solar-powered water pumping: Solar energy can be used to power water pumps used in irrigation and other horticultural operations.

➢  Energy-efficient tractors and other farm vehicle

➢  Solar powered Precision agriculture: Technologies such as GPS, drones, and sensors are used to optimize crop management and reduce inputs such as water, fertilisers, and pesticides.

➢  Smart greenhouse control system

➢  Solar-powered tractors and other farm vehicles: Electric tractors and other vehicles powered by solar energy can be used for tasks such as planting, harvesting, and transporting horticultural products.

➢  Solar-powered greenhouse control systems: These systems use solar energy to power sensors, fans, and other equipment used to control temperature, humidity, and light levels in greenhouses.

➢  Water management: Technologies such as drip irrigation, hydroponics, and aquaponics can reduce water usage and waste.

➢  Energy-efficient lighting: LED lights and other energy-efficient lighting options can reduce electricity consumption in greenhouses and indoor farms.

➢  Solar powered Automation: Robotics and automation can be used for tasks such as planting, harvesting, and sorting, increasing efficiency and reducing labor costs.

➢  Smart monitoring systems: IoT-based monitoring systems and software can be used to track crop growth, environmental conditions, and energy usage, allowing for real-time adjustments and optimization.

➢  Cold-chain logistics: Cold-chain logistics technologies such as GPS tracking, temperature monitoring, and predictive analytics can be used to optimize the transportation and storage of horticultural products, reducing spoilage and waste.

➢  Solar-powered electric or hybrid vehicles: Vehicles powered by solar energy can be used for transportation of horticultural products.

❖    Storage and handling stage;

➢  solar powered Cold storage facilities; These facilities are used to preserve the freshness and quality of horticulture products by maintaining the correct temperature and humidity levels

➢  solar powered Refrigerated trucks and containers; these vehicles are used to transport horticultural products under controlled temperature to prevent spoilage during transportation

➢  solar powered Controlled atmosphere storage; Storage systems that control the level of oxygen, carbon dioxide and humidity to extend the storage life of fruits and vegetables

➢  solar powered Automated sorting and grading systems: These systems use sensors, cameras, and software to sort and grade horticultural products based on size, shape, color, and other characteristics.

➢  solar powered Packaging equipment: Automated packaging equipment can be used to package horticultural products efficiently and reduce manual labor.

➢  Solar powered Palletizing robots: Robots can be used to palletize horticultural products, reducing the need for manual labor.

➢  Solar powered Smart warehouse management systems: IoT-based systems can be used to track inventory, monitor temperature and humidity, and optimize storage and handling operations.

➢  Solar powered Energy-efficient lighting: LED lights and other energy-efficient lighting options can reduce electricity consumption in storage and handling facilities.

❖    Solar powered PUSE solutions for the value added processing phase;

➢  Drying e.g Passive and active solar dryers (solar box dryers, solar tunnel dryer, solar cabinet dryer and dehydrator) ;These systems use solar energy to dry and preserve fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

➢  Grinding e.g., Solar-powered food grinders (food processor, mortar and pestle, electric grinder)

➢  Milling e.g., Solar-powered food flour mills (Hammer mill, grain mill, mortar and pestle)

➢  Solar-powered juice and jam processing: Solar energy can be used to power equipment for processing fruits and vegetables into juice and jam

➢  Solar-powered canning: Solar energy can be used to power equipment for canning horticultural products.

➢  Solar-powered pasteurisation: Solar energy can be used to power equipment for pasteurisation of horticultural products.

❖    Solar powered PUE solutions for marketing and distribution;

➢  ​​Solar-powered transportation: Electric vehicles powered by solar energy can be used to transport horticultural products to market.

➢  Solar-powered retail displays: Solar energy can be used to power lighting and refrigeration for retail displays of horticultural products.

➢  Solar-powered cold storage for retailers: Solar energy can be used to power refrigeration units for storage of horticultural products in retail locations.

➢  Solar-powered mobile vending: Solar energy can be used to power mobile vending carts and vehicles used to sell horticultural products at farmers markets and other outdoor venues.

➢  Solar-powered point of sale systems: Solar energy can be used to power electronic point of sale systems used in retail locations.

➢  Solar-powered logistics tracking: Solar-powered GPS and IoT-based tracking systems can be used to monitor the transportation and distribution of horticultural products.

➢  Solar-powered inventory management: Solar energy can be used to power systems for tracking and managing inventory of horticultural products in retail locations.

➢  Solar-powered online sales platform: A solar-powered server can host an e-commerce platform where farmers can sell their horticultural products online.

 Dairy Value chain

Businesses focusing in any of the following stages  will be considered but are not limited to;

❖    Renewable energy: Incorporating solar to reduce the amount of energy needed to power Dairy facilities

❖    Production and Collection stages;

➢  Solar-powered milking machines: These machines use solar energy to power the pumps and other equipment used in the milking process.

➢  Solar-powered refrigerated storage tanks: These tanks use solar energy to power refrigeration units that keep the milk at a cool temperature until it is transported to a processing facility

➢  Solar-powered milk cooling systems: These systems use solar energy to power refrigeration units that cool the milk quickly after milking to maintain its quality.

➢  Solar-powered milk collection vehicles: Electric or hybrid vehicles powered by solar energy can be used to transport the milk from the farm to the processing facility.

➢  Solar-powered data logging and monitoring equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to record and monitor data such as milk yield, quality, and temperature during the collection process.

➢  Solar-powered milk filter and filtration systems: These systems use solar energy to power the equipment used to filter the milk and remove impurities before it is transported to the processing facility.

❖    processing  stage ; Solar Powered PUSE solutions Pasteurization, Thermization, Sterilisation, Drying, Cooling

➢  Solar-powered pasteurisation equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to heat the milk to a specific temperature to kill bacteria and extend the shelf life of the milk.

➢  Solar-powered homogenization equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors that homogenise the milk to create a consistent texture.

➢  Solar-powered separators: These machines use solar energy to separate the cream from the milk.

➢  Solar-powered chillers: These systems use solar energy to power refrigeration units that cool the milk quickly after processing to maintain its quality.

➢  Solar powered Thermization equipment: This equipment uses heat to partially pasteurise milk, destroying harmful bacteria without affecting the taste or quality of the milk.

➢  Solar powered Sterilisation equipment: This equipment uses heat or chemicals to destroy all bacteria and microorganisms in milk, extending its shelf life.

➢  Solar powered Drying equipment: This equipment uses heat or mechanical processes to remove moisture from milk and milk products, extending their shelf life.

➢  Solar powered Cooling equipment: This equipment uses refrigeration or other cooling methods to quickly lower the temperature of milk and milk products, preserving their quality and taste.

➢  Milk standardisation equipment: These equipment use centrifugation and other processes to adjust the milk fat content to the desired level.

❖    Solar Powered PUSE solutions for value addition;

➢  Solar-powered butter churns: These machines use solar energy to power the motors that churn cream into butter.

➢  Solar-powered cheese-making equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors, pumps, and other equipment used in the production of cheese.

➢  Solar-powered yogurt-making equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors, pumps, and other equipment used in the production of yogurt.

➢  Solar-powered packaging equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors, pumps, and other equipment used to package the dairy products.

Aquaculture/Fishery Value chain

Businesses focusing in any of the following stages will be considered but are not limited to;

❖    Off-grid Renewable energy source: Incorporating solar to reduce the amount of energy needed to power Aquaculture/fishery facilities

❖    Extraction/fish harvesting;

➢  Portable Solar lighting solutions; Solar lanterns

➢  Solar-powered fishing boats: Electric or hybrid boats powered by solar energy can be used for fishing, reducing the need for fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

➢  Solar-powered fish refrigeration: These systems use solar energy to power refrigeration units that keep the fish at a cool temperature until it is transported to a processing facility.

➢  Solar-powered fish drying equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish drying operations.

➢  Solar-powered fish feed production equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish feed production.

➢  Solar-powered fish farm monitoring equipment: These systems use solar energy to power sensors and other equipment used to monitor water quality, temperature, and other factors in fish farms.

➢  Solar-powered fish tagging and tracking equipment: These systems use solar energy to power the equipment used to tag and track fish for research and management purposes.

➢  Solar-powered fish harvest sorting equipment: These systems use solar energy to power the equipment used to sort and grade fish by size, species, and other characteristics.

❖    Processing  stage;

➢  Solar-powered fish processing equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish processing operations such as cleaning, filleting, and packaging.

➢  Solar-powered fish cleaning equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used to clean and prepare fish for processing

➢  solar-powered pumps for aerating fish ponds, navigation systems, lights, and fish finders.

➢  Solar-powered fish waste management systems: These systems use solar energy to power equipment used to process and recycle fish waste.

❖    storage and handling stage;

➢  Solar-powered fish packaging equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish packaging operations.

➢  Solar-powered fish refrigeration systems: These systems use solar energy to power refrigeration units that keep fish at a cool temperature until it is transported to the market.

➢  Solar-powered fish storage tanks: These tanks use solar energy to power refrigeration units that maintain the quality of fish during storage.

➢  Solar-powered fish grading and sorting equipment: This equipment uses solar energy to power sensors and other equipment used to grade and sort fish by size, species, and other characteristics.

➢  Solar-powered fish transportation vehicles: Electric or hybrid vehicles powered by solar energy can be used to transport fish from the farm or fishing boats to the market.

➢  Solar-powered fish weighing and measuring equipment: These systems use solar energy to power the equipment used to weigh and measure fish for grading and sorting.

➢  management systems: IoT-based systems powered by solar energy can be used to track inventory, monitor temperature and humidity, and optimize storage and handling operations.

➢  Solar-powered fish tagging and tracking equipment: These systems use solar energy to power the equipment used to tag and track fish for research and management purposes.

❖    PUSE solutions for the value addition processes;

➢  Solar-powered fish filleting equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used to fillet fish.

➢  Solar-powered fish smoking equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the heating elements and other equipment used in fish smoking operations

➢  Solar-powered fish freezing equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the refrigeration units used to freeze fish.

➢  Solar-powered fish canning equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish canning operations.

➢  Solar-powered fish meal production equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish meal production.

➢  Solar-powered fish oil extraction equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish oil extraction.

➢  Solar-powered fish feed production equipment: These machines use solar energy to power the motors and other equipment used in fish feed production.

Eligibility Matrix

●      A registered  enterprises   and operating in  Tanzania or Kenya or Uganda

●      Be locally owned

●      Location: The business must be located and legally registered in Tanzania, Uganda or Kenya

●      Post revenue stage with a minimum turnover of USD 20,000 per annum

●      Team of 2+ full time employees

●      Business offerings align with this  program theme of offering renewable energy to the productive Use of solar energy initiatives in the respective  value chain stages

Dairy Aquaculture/Fishery Horticulture
-Production and collection

 

-Processing

 

-Value addition processes;

-Extraction/fish harvesting; Source of light, preservation, fishing mechanisation

 

-Processing stage

 

-Storage and handling;Cold storage, Moisture control, packaging

 

-Value added processes; Drying, Value added production(fillets, portions, loins etc),

-Production stage; On farm mechanisation,  pumping or increase operational efficiency

 

Storage and handling stage

 

Value added processes

 

Marketing and distribution

●      Have working technologies, innovative products, service or business models with PUSE solutions that target the repective value chain stages..

●      Demonstrate a climate change angle: the business must contribute to mitigation or adaptation to climate change, and/or have a positive impact on the natural environment, including biodiversity. This should contribute to social, economic and environmental resilience to climate related disruption and disaster

Guideline          Reference  Overview Details
4 Application

Selection

●      The applications will be screened for eligibility.

●      The eligible applications will then be evaluated on a set of criteria.

●      All applicants will receive an official response on their application determining whether they were successful or not. KCIC is not obligated to provide substantive feedback on unsuccessful applications.

●      Successful clients will receive an email indicating terms of the programme and proposed due diligence dates, while unsuccessful clients will receive an email indicating proper justification of why their application was rejected.

●      The applicant can contest the evaluation by submitting a formal request to KCIC within 14 days upon receiving the rejection email.

●      Applicants will be contacted via email regarding their application.

●      Due Diligence shall be carried out on the successful applicants to verify eligibility prior to any potential offer of a placement in the program.

●      Applications that do not meet all or some of the eligibility criteria will not be accepted.

●      If Applicants are offered a place in the program, they will be expected to execute a legal agreement with Kenya Climate Innovation Center, by signing a Letter of Agreement, which will be sent to them via email

●      Applicants must accept the offer and return the signed Agreement within seven (7) working days, otherwise the offer lapses.

 

     
Program support Area The following describes the kind of technical support that can be provided by KCIC to successful applicants under the PUSE pilot program. Support is based on assessment of actual needs on a case-by-case basis.

A) Business Advisory

Successful applicants will be equipped with technical knowledge, tools and skills that will enable them to identify and develop their business. Based on a gap analysis, it will entail the following support:

●   Entrepreneurship trainings

●   Business modelling to start and run the business including record keeping, statutory requirements and compliance

●   Value Chain and Business Linkages Advisory

●   Financial literacy training and investor readiness programs

●   Provide case studies to foster exchange of learning and inspiration among Value Chain groups.

●      Onsite learning and advisory support will be provided

●   Development of bankable business strategies, business plans and financial models.

B) Technical Support

Successful applicants will be equipped with technical knowledge, tools and skills that will enable them to identify and develop their business. Based on a gap analysis, it will entail the following support:

●             Technical advisory on appliance/equipment technical aspects “Equipment finder support

●             Technical Trainings

●             Product testing and certification

●             Product demonstrations

●             Licensing and regulatory compliance

●             Legal advisory and assistance

 C)Mentorship and Coaching

Successful applicants will be mentored by experienced sector specific mentors, business experts, technical experts and certified business mentors to develop specific skills and knowledge that will enhance their business and personal growth. The specific activities include:

●   Counselling and guidance by successful business persons, peers, and professionals.

●   Sharing of experiences in business forums and associations.

●   Teaming and virtual training.

●   Technical Coaching and Expertise

●   One-on-one coaching

●   Conduct value chain mapping and needs assessment

C) Access to Information/Knowledge management

Successful applicants will benefit from information sharing and establishing partnerships with Ecosystem players, companies and other stakeholders for effective market access through collaborative agreements. The specific activities include:

●   Create online platforms for information sharing and networking

●   Providing information on business development within the thematic areas, including policy and regulatory changes.

●   Ensure participation or hosting of entrepreneurs to local and international start-up conferences

●   Expose entrepreneurs to business expansion opportunities & international investors

●   Link entrepreneurs to local and international customers

●   Research and identification of markets as well as establishment of Market linkages.

●   Linkage and facilitation to attend exhibitions, trade fairs and other events

C) Access to Market

Successful applicants will benefit from support to access markets. The specific activities include

●             Market linkages to PUSE equipment providers

●             Brokering technology transfer

●             Client visibility and branding

●             Client events and exhibitions

●             Client study tours and knowledge exchange programs

Financial Support Kenya Climate Innovation Center will support successful applicants through a Performance Based Contract support once they meet the criteria for the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program and have been shortlisted through a competitive pitching process.

External Financing

●   KCIC will also provide transaction advisory services to entrepreneurs to be able to access third party financing such as debts, grants and equity investments

Definitions, Terms and Conditions

The following definitions shall apply:

“Applicant” means an individual, group or businesses that submits their application information in the Kenya Climate Innovation Center application portal for review and possible selection into the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program.

“Application” means the online entry form completed and submitted for the program on the Kenya Climate Innovation Center Website.

“Application Window” means the period commencing from 1st February 2023 to 28th February 2023 when applications can be submitted.

“Programme” refers to Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program

“Entity” means an enterprise or other legal entity incorporated or registered and resident in Kenya/Uganda/Tanzania together owning directly/indirectly more than 50% of the voting rights in the entity.

“Successful Applicants” means Applicants who are selected to participate in the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program

Productive Use of Solar Energy” means uses of solar energy to produce goods and services that translates to economic benefits of solar energy rather than just for generating electricity

Value Chain” means a full cycle of a product or processes in the Diary/Horticulture/Fishery sectors from its initial design to its arrival to the last mile consumer.

  • Successful Applicants shall be subject to the stated terms and conditions, the Letter of Agreement and other rules and guidelines published by Kenya Climate Innovation Center from time to time for the running of the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot
  • Kenya Climate Innovation Center and its program affiliates reserves the right to cancel or amend all or any part of the Rules without notice. Any changes to the Rules will be posted on the Kenya Climate Innovation Center website. It is the responsibility of Successful Applicants to keep themselves informed as to any changes to the Rules. Kenya Climate Innovation Center shall not be liable for any loss suffered by a Successful Applicant due to any changes to the Rules, including failure to complete some or all tasks under the program due to such change.
  • The entrepreneur is expected to be 100% committed towards the success of the project, this is through providing feedback on business updates to the business analyst, providing quarterly data to the monitoring and evaluation team and also time spent in the project, if the client is in breach of this, Kenya Climate Innovation Center has the right to terminate the agreement with the successful applicant.
  • If for any reason the program is not capable of running as planned for reasons including but not limited to tampering, unauthorised intervention, fraud, technical failures, force majeure events or any other causes beyond the control of the Kenya Climate Innovation Center and its funding partners which corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this program, Kenya Climate Innovation Center reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the program and disqualify any Successful Applicant.

Kenya Climate Innovation Center shall not be liable for any loss arising from modification, suspension, or cancellation of the program.

Employees from either the Kenya Climate Innovation Center, KCIC Consulting, KCV or affiliated partners in the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot program and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply for the program, either individually or as part of a team or Entity.

By applying to the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program , Applicants consent to have details of their application – other than commercially sensitive information – featured in any media or promotional activity for the Productive Use of Solar Energy Pilot Program   being carried.

  • Kenya Climate Innovation Center will contact Applicants in advance of any media request for interviews.
  • Kenya Climate Innovation Center will only use the personal details supplied for the administration of this program, and for no other purpose except with the Applicant’s consent.

●          The Mentors and Contracted consultants  are required to sign a non- disclosure agreement as it relates to personal information which may come into their possession during the Productive Use of Energy Pilot Program  and are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards.

  • Internet access and adequate English language skills are recommended for the Application process. Candidates with no English reading or speaking skills need to translate the application content at their own cost.
  • Applicants are not required to make any purchase or payment to access the website, submit an application or become eligible for the program.
  • Only one Application or Entity is permitted per Applicant. An Applicant shall not make multiple entries under different names, email identifications, different business Ideas or Entities. Multiple entries by an Applicant or multiple entries for the same Entity shall be a ground for disqualification.
  • All submissions must be made directly by the Applicant behind the Idea or Entity entering the program. Entries made online using methods such as a macro, script, using automated devices or processors are not allowed and shall be disqualified.
  • Kenya Climate Innovation Center accepts no responsibility for late, lost, misdirected damaged or delayed Applications because of any network, computer hardware or software failure of any kind.
  • Bulk and third-party entries shall not be permitted.
  • Kenya Climate Innovation Center reserves the right to verify the validity of entries and to disqualify any Applicant for tampering with the entry process or failing to make entries as specified by the Terms and Conditions.
  • No corruption or defect in, failure or delay in the delivery of any email communication from Kenya Climate Innovation Center will entitle an Applicant to an extension of any deadline, or otherwise entitle an Applicant to make any form of claim.

By applying for this program, each Applicant attests that their application:

  • Is true and correct in all material respects.
  • Does not infringe or violate the rights of any third party, including but not limited to, ownership, copyrights, trademarks, patents, logos, licensing rights, rights of publicity or privacy or any other intellectual property rights.
  • Is not contrary to any applicable laws.

Kenya Climate Innovation Center shall reject applications which, in the reasonable opinion:

  • Contain any content that is likely to be considered offensive or could negatively reflect the name, reputation, or goodwill of Kenya Climate Innovation Center or affiliated partners associated with the Productive Use of Energy Pilot and other parties acting on its behalf.
  • Include trademarks, logos, or copyrighted material not owned by the Applicant or used without the right holder’s prior written permission.
  • Defames, misrepresents, or insults any third parties.
  • Poses adverse risks to the environment, human lives, or property
  • Promotes or is sympathetic to any political agenda.
  • Are affiliated to terrorist or other illegal activity.

Kenya Climate Innovation Center reserves the right, in its absolute discretion to disqualify any Application or Successful Applicant at any point during the program, without granting any opportunity for challenge, if it has reasonable grounds to believe that the application:

  • Has been made fraudulently or contains any false or misleading statement.
  • Has breached any of the Eligibility Criteria or other Rules.
  • Has infringed on any intellectual property of any other person.

Was made in breach of any applicable law.

Kenya Climate Innovation Center is completely against fraud, bribery, corruption, unethical conduct and abuse of power or authority.

Kenya Climate Innovation Center does not ask for money for applications or proposals. If approached for money or other favours, or if you have any suspicions of attempted fraud, bribery, corruption, unethical conduct and abuse of power or authority please report immediately and provide as much detail as possible with any reports.

Likewise, if any fraud, bribery, corruption, unethical conduct and abuse of power or authority during the call process is discovered, Kenya Climate Innovation Center reserves the right to terminate the cooperation with the individual or agribusiness in question.

Report to the Internal Auditor through any of the channels below:

●      Email: kcic.transparency@kenyacic.org

●      Toll Free Line: 0800 721 211

●      Report on KCIC Website: https://www.kenyacic.org/whistle-blow/

●      Postal Address

Chief Executive Officer,

Kenya Climate Innovation Center,

P.O Box 49162 – 00100, Nairobi.

Strathmore Business School,Ole Sangale Road, Madaraka

KCIC takes pride as an equal opportunity provider; women-led SMEs and SMEs led by persons with disability are encouraged to apply.