Today, on Earth Day 2025, we unite under the global call to action: OUR POWER, OUR PLANET. This year’s theme urges all of us—citizens, institutions, and organisations—to rally behind renewable energy so we can triple clean electricity by 2030. At Imani Development, we are proud to contribute to this agenda through our flagship work in catalysing green energy transitions across Africa.
Green Recycling Enterprises Engaging in New Technology for a Circular Economy (GreenTech4CE)
One of our key interventions is the Green Recycling Enterprises Engaging in New Technology for a Circular Economy (GreenTech4CE) project in Zambia, an initiative funded by the European Union under the broader Green Economy Promotion and Diversification (GEPD) Programme. Implemented in partnership with Self Help Africa, GreenTech4CE supports micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) that are integrating green technologies and circular economy models into their operations. These businesses are advancing low-carbon solutions in waste recycling, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and resource-efficient manufacturing.
Through targeted capacity-building, access to innovation grants, and technical advisory services, GreenTech4CE is empowering Zambian enterprises to reduce their environmental footprint while enhancing productivity and resilience. For example, local entrepreneurs are deploying solar-powered equipment in waste processing, converting organic waste into bioenergy, and adopting clean production techniques—all of which contribute directly to the renewable energy transition.
Green Economic Transition Facility (GETF)
With little access to electricity, firewood and charcoal are the most commonly used cooking fuels in Malawi. Through the Green Economic Transition Facility (GETF), we are supporting companies willing to invest and or diversify into green business solutions to reshape Malawi’s energy landscape with clean, affordable, and inclusive energy solutions. The facility aims to support private sector companies in initiating and scaling alternative energy and fuel-efficient solutions in Malawi.
One GETF grant recipient, 265 Energy, is championing a green energy revolution in Malawi through liquid petroleum gas (LPG) and solar energy systems. From solar-powered irrigation systems to energy-efficient production technologies, these innovators are not only reducing carbon emissions but also expanding access to energy and economic opportunity.
Conclusion
At Imani Development, we view renewable energy and circular economy innovation not only as climate solutions, but as pathways to inclusive economic transformation. Projects like GreenTech4CE and GETF demonstrate our commitment to harnessing Africa’s entrepreneurial talent to drive sustainable development and environmental stewardship.
This Earth Day, we reaffirm our role in advocating for bold policy shifts toward sustainability. As a B-Corp certified organisation, we believe our planet depends on what we build today. Let us continue protect our planet and secure a sustainable future for generations to come.
About Chido
Chido Myambo is the Marketing and Communications Officer at Imani Development. Chido is responsible for content creation and management of all corporate communications. She enjoys writing about climate smart solutions, women’s empowerment and sustainable development issues. She holds a Master’s in Development Finance with the University of Stellenbosch Business School.