On 5 March 2026, the Green Innovation Grants Initiative (GIGI) launched its first Call for Proposals through a webinar that attracted nearly 140 participants from across Viet Nam’s clean energy and innovation ecosystem. 

During the session, the project team introduced GIGI’s objectives, programme structure, and grant support, along with tailored capacity-building activities designed for participating enterprises. Key information on eligibility criteria, the application process, and the indicative timeline was also shared with attendees. 

The webinar featured a Q&A session, with strong participation from SMEs. Discussions focused on selection criteria, co-financing requirements, and how to develop competitive proposals, highlighting both the interest and preparedness of private sector actors in advancing clean energy innovation. 

By mobilising innovative solutions from the private sector, GIGI aims to accelerate the deployment and scaling of clean energy technologies, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions reduction and supporting Viet Nam’s energy transition. 

The first Call for Proposals has now closed, marking a milestone in identifying promising enterprises and innovations for further support under the initiative. 

👉 Learn more about GIGI and follow upcoming updates at: www.thegigi.org 

GIGI is implemented by SNV under the “Shifting Investment Flows Towards Green Transformation” (SHIFT) project, funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) under the International Climate Initiative (IKI), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance of Viet Nam