Latin America and the Caribbean
Energy Transition
Establishing and Financially Empowering a National Bioenergy Strategy: Promoting Equal Access for a Just Energy Transition
Total funding allocated
US $
310000
Co-funding by UN agencies
US $
60000
Brief Description
The "National Bioenergy Strategy" programme in Costa Rica promotes bioenergy adoption by creating inclusive frameworks for biomethane production, enhancing sustainability and economic participation.
Expected key results
- A National Strategy on bioenergy and a regulatory framework to enable the shift from biofuel-based to biomethane-powered freight transport.
- A financial framework and a financial instrument (impact fund) that supports the expansion of national decarbonization efforts and mobilizes funds for the energy transition.
- Greater participation of women and marginalized communities in the biogas sector.
Quick facts
Allocated by Joint SDG Fund:
Co-funding:
Total Funding:
UN Agencies:
Duration:
$250,000 USD
Co-funding:
$60,000 USD
Total Funding:
$310,000 USD
UN Agencies:
UNDP, UNIDO
Duration:
December 2024 - December 2025
