The Inclusive Markets for Energy Efficiency in Uganda (IMEU-II)

Call for Expressions of Interest (EoI) from eligible Agro-processors, Commercial Buildings, and Social Institutions seeking to invest in energy efficient solutions.

Call for Catalytic Grants Proposals

About

The SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is pleased to announce a call for expression of interest for eligible agro-processors, small and medium enterprises and social institutions to apply for a catalytic grant under the IMEU-Market Development Fund Facility. This is a co-investment mechanism aimed at incentivising eligible commercial and institutional users of energy to invest in energy efficient technologies and services.

The Inclusive Markets for Energy Efficiency in Uganda phase II project is a three (3) year (2025-2028) project funded by the Embassy of Sweden in Uganda. This is a consortium-implemented project led by SNV in partnership with Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) and Makerere University, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) in collaboration with Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.

Eligibility criteria

• Legal status: Must be a legally registered business with a minimum of two years of continuous operations.

• Technology focus: Energy efficient solutions for cooking, cooling, pumping, milling, or lighting etc.

• Co-investment: Willingness to provide matching funds (up to 50%) for the proposed energy-efficient investment.

• Location: Operations for all interested applicants must be within the 36 IMEU-II prioritised districts and cities.

• Full Details: This is not a comprehensive list. Please refer to the complete eligibility criteria and application materials at https://imeu-i.org.

Targeted project areas

• Kabarele

• Bunyangabia

• Kasese

• Masindi

• Kiryandongo

• Hoima

• Bushyeni

• Sheema

• Rubirizi

• Buwaju

• Mitooma

• Wakiso

• Mukono

• Luwero

• Kayunga

• Mubende

• Mityana

• Iganga

• Mayuge

• Mbale

• Jinja

• Kamuli

• Soroti

• Kumi

• Amuna

• Katakwi

• Lira

• Oyam

• Kole

• Dokolo

• Gulu

• Omoro

• Nwoya

• and Lira and the cities of Fort Portal, Kampala, Jinja, Holma, Mbale and Lira.

Target Groups

• Agroprocessors in the prioritised value chains in coffee, tea, dairy, maize, soybean, sunflower, fruits, herbs, and vegetables.

• Schools

• Health facilities

• Rehabilitation/reintegration institutions

• Commercial buildings

• Recreation facilities

Deadlines

• Application Window 1: April/May 2026
  (Deadline: May 20, 2026, 17:00 hrs.)

• Application Window 2: September/October 2026
  (Deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 hrs.)

• Selection Process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis in first-come, first-served manner.

• How to apply: Submit your application online at https://imeu-i.org or simply scan the QR code to get started.