German Strategic Cooperation with SIDS on Sustainable Energy

Federal Republic of Germany

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Description

Germany actively supports the sustainable development of islands. On energy, following the launch of the SE4ALL initiative by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in 2011, actors representing various sectors worldwide follow suit to support a broad-based transformation of the world's energy systems. Germany is one of the most active contributors to SE4ALL.Germany actively supports the framework of sustainable energy and follows, in particular, four goals (incl. SE4ALL objectives):1) providing universal access to modern energy services;2) doubling the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency; and 3) doubling the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix. 4) hold the increase in global average temperature below 2â° C above pre-industrial levels, in line with international agreementsIn addition, Germany shared a seat (together with France and Switzerland) in the UN Open Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in which all parties agree on establishing universal access to modern energy services with a special focus on LDCs and SIDS countries.German Development Cooperation supports and finances the deployment of renewable energy in its cooperation countries and implements various measures on small islands. The deployment of renewable energy on islands provides access in remote areas to sustainable energies. Moreover, the consumption of fossil fuels is substantially reduced due to the promotion of renewable energy. German Development Cooperation currently supports renewable energy measures on islands with 65 Mi.Since 2008, the German International Climate Initiative (IKI) has been financing climate and biodiversity projects in developing and newly industrialising countries, including with SIDS. The IKI is a key element of Germany's climate financing. The Initiative places clear emphasis on climate change mitigation, including sustainable energy. These efforts provide various co-benefits, particularly the improvement of living conditions in partner countries. Since 2008 the IKI has supported more than 35 projects with a volume of approx. 120 m Euro in SIDS or with direct participation of SIDS. The IKI is promoting climate resilient and low carbon development and the protection of biodiversity in the Pacific, Caribbean and Indian Ocean. Projects include inter alia the support in developing strategies for climate compatible development planning, promotion of insurance solutions for extreme weather events, improved management of marine protected areas and the transformation of island's energy system towards renewable energy.A recently started cooperation with IRENA supports SIDSâ€™ efforts to shift to a low-emission development pathway in national energy supply by renewable energy. SIDS are supported in the development and implementation of roadmaps for renewable energy. The measures and approaches are shared with SIDS through the Global Renewable Energy Network of Islands (GREIN) which is managed by IRENA.

Implementation of the Project/Activity

The implementation methodologies depend on the project type and include capacity building, policy advice, implementation of pilot projects, research cooperation, study/concept development, technology transfer and others.

Capacity

Capacity Building and Technology Transfer are integral parts of cooperation projects. The detailed arrangements depend on the specific project concept.

Governed

Coordination is guaranteed by the respective regional organizations, in particular in the Pacific by SPC and in the Caribbean by CARICOM. German development cooperation support for SIDS in the field of climate protection and sustainable energy is subject to regular negotiations and agreements between partners.

Partners

Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM); In Particular: Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS); Secretariat of the Pacific Commission (SPC); Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP); International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA); United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Partner Countries: Ongoing or planned cooperation inter alia with Dominica, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Saint Lucia, Vanuatu, Kiribas, Cape Verde.

SDGS & Targets

Goal 7

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all

7.1

By 2030, ensure universal access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services

7.1.1

Proportion of population with access to electricity

7.1.2

Proportion of population with primary reliance on clean fuels and technology

7.2

By 2030, increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix

7.2.1

Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption

7.3

By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency

7.3.1

Energy intensity measured in terms of primary energy and GDP

7.a

By 2030, enhance international cooperation to facilitate access to clean energy research and technology, including renewable energy, energy efficiency and advanced and cleaner fossil-fuel technology, and promote investment in energy infrastructure and clean energy technology

7.a.1

International financial flows to developing countries in support of clean energy research and development and renewable energy production, including in hybrid systems

7.b

By 2030, expand infrastructure and upgrade technology for supplying modern and sustainable energy services for all in developing countries, in particular least developed countries, small island developing States, and land-locked developing countries, in accordance with their respective programmes of support

7.b.1

Installed renewable energy-generating capacity in developing and developed countries (in watts per capita)

SDG 14 targets covered

Deliverables & Timeline

17 December, 2021

1. E.g. Project Renewable Energies on Islands: Energy systems on islands are transformed from fossil fuel-based infrastructure to renewable energy: Clear pathways (roadmaps) for an effective and efficient transition towards renewable energy are formulated; National roadmaps, energy policies and strategic action plans for energy transition and low carbon development are operationalized and implemented. The knowledge is shared through the IRENA Global Renewable Energy Islands Network (GREIN). The Project is open to SIDS who voice their interest.

17 December, 2021

2. E.g. Project Supporting the Carbon Neutral Strategy of the Maldives: Support public institutions and private stakeholders in the Maldives to implement their national climate strategy. In addition to offering trainings and policy advice, two solar system pilot projects have been set up to demonstrate the benefits of sustainable energy.

17 December, 2021

3. Support for the Implementation of the Climate Compatible Development Plan of the Dominican Republic (CCDP) The aim of the project is to support the Dominican Republic in implementing its national climate-compatible development plan. In 2010 it was identified that the waste and cement sectors are â€˜quick winsâ€™ where a comparatively low level of funding can greatly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over the short term. Above all, alternative energy sources need to be introduced into the cement industry. One way to meet this objective is through â€˜co-processingâ€™, which means that waste is used as a resource and/or energy source and replaces natural resources and fossil fuels in energy-intensive industrial processes. This approach reduces GHG emissions as well as dependence on fossil fuel imports. Furthermore, the introduction of a corresponding waste management system can reduce environmental pollution and open up new income opportunities for local waste collectors. To support this process, the project is strengthening institutional structures and building up the knowledge base. In cooperation with partners, the project is developing nationally appropriate mitigation actions (NAMAs), implementing pilot measures in selected fields of action, and introducing a system to monitor GHG emissions, mitigation actions and project impacts (MRV).

Resources mobilized

Financing (in USD)

75,000,000 Euro

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