3DEN – Digitalisation for Flexible and Resilient Energy Systems (Phase II)
Launch of Call for Proposals
About The Initiative
Following up on the COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security, in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is launching the second phase of the International Energy Agency (IEA) led Digital Demand-Driven Electricity Networks (3DEN) Initiative, an inter-agency initiative.
The initiative aims to accelerate global climate action and uptake of clean energy models, building on the success of Phase I. The second phase will be kicked off with the launch of a call for pilot projects on digitalisation for flexible and resilient energy systems targeting eight countries – Brazil, South Africa, Morocco, Tunisia, Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Tanzania.
This expansion aligns with Italy’s “Piano Mattei” and the “Rome Process”, which aim to deepen partnerships between Italy and Africa, focusing on sustainable development and energy transition.
launch event
Participate in the Call for Proposals
The call for proposal was launched over an online event organised on Monday, 20th January 2025 2:30 – 3:30 pm CET.
We invite you to watch the webinar to learn more about Phase II and the scope of the call for proposals.
Application Process and Timeline
We warmly invite you to submit your proposals for this impactful initiative. To ensure a seamless application process, please review the following key steps and timelines:
How to Get Started
To access the details of the Call for Proposals (CfP) and the official Application Form, applicants are required to fill out the form below. Upon completing this form, you will gain immediate access to the necessary documents, including comprehensive guidelines and instructions for preparing your proposal.
Submission Details
- Language: All sections of the application form and the proposal must be completed in English.
- Submission: Completed proposals must be sent via email to 3DEN@energy-base.org. Please ensure that your submission is completed and sent before the deadline on 23rd May 2025.
- Contact for Clarifications: If you have any questions or require clarification on the application process, feel free to contact the UNEP project team:
- Aarth Saraph (email: aarth.saraph@un.org)
- Carolina Merighi (email: carolina.merighi@un.org)
Launch of Call for Proposals: 13th January 2025
Informational Webinar: 20th January 2025
Proposal Submission Deadline: 23rd May 2025
Proposal Evaluation Period: 24th May 2025 – August 2025
Project Start Date: Q4 2025
We strongly encourage you to attend the Informational Webinar on 20th January 2025 to gain valuable insights into the application process and evaluation criteria.
Fill out the form below to access the CfP and Application Form. Once completed, submit your proposal via email to 3DEN@energy-base.org. We look forward to receiving your innovative ideas and working together to drive impactful change.
Access the 3DEN Phase II Call for Proposals Document Here:
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