[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

October 7, 2025

€4,700,000 total available; single or multiple awards possible.

Supports development of Zambia’s institutional and regulatory frameworks for a green and circular economy.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports projects that advance the institutional and regulatory frameworks required for a green and circular economy in Zambia. The grant aims to foster sustainable development by enhancing policy, legal, and institutional capacities, promoting resource efficiency, and supporting the transition to environmentally sustainable economic models. Eligible activities may include policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and the implementation of best practices to enable green and circular economic systems. --- ## Due Dates - Submission Deadline: October 7, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Total available budget: €4,700,000 - Awards may be made as single or multiple grants, depending on the quality and scope of proposals. --- ## Eligibility - Open to organizations and consortia with the capacity to implement projects in Zambia. - Applicants may include: - Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) - Public sector institutions - International organizations - Academic and research institutions - Private sector entities (as relevant to the call) - Applicants must demonstrate experience in policy development, capacity building, and/or implementation of green and circular economy initiatives. - Projects must be implemented in Zambia and address the objectives of strengthening institutional and regulatory frameworks for sustainable economic transition. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/185030PROSPECTSEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Review the full call documentation, including Q&A and guidance materials, available on the portal. - Register your organization in the participant register if not already done. - Prepare and upload all required documents before the deadline. - For technical support, consult the portal’s [Helpdesk & support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks). --- ## Additional Information - The program is part of the European Commission’s commitment to sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa, specifically targeting Zambia. - Priority will be given to proposals that demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement, clear sustainability outcomes, and replicable models for policy and institutional strengthening. - Reference documents, manuals, and FAQs are available through the portal for applicants’ guidance. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – GEPD-1 Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/185030PROSPECTSEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission Home](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) - [How to Participate](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/how-to-participate/1) - [Participant Register](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/participant-register) - [Helpdesk & Support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Portal Support | [EU Funding & Tenders Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

GEPD-1: Building the Institutional and Regulatory Framework for a Green and Circular Economy in Zambia

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