Deadline Extended for the World Bank's Development Marketplace Grant Competition in the Philippines
December 1, 2005 -- The deadline for the World Bank’s Country Development Marketplace in the Philippines, also known as “Panibagong Paraan” has been extended to December 20, 2005. The theme of the May 2006 event is “Development with Equity” and includes a focus on energy. With support from many partners including the Department of State and USAID, Panibagong Paraan includes a grants competition of up $18,500 USD to implement innovative projects over a one-year period. Non-governmental organizations, community groups, public and private research institutions, and local governments partnering with civil society groups are encouraged to apply. More

Development Marketplace Announces 2006 Call for Proposals
November 1, 2005 -- The World Bank Development Marketplace is offering $4 million in awards for local projects with innovative solutions improving access to clean water, safe sanitation, and reliable energy services in developing countries. Non-governmental organizations, development agencies, private foundations, universities and schools, private sector groups, individuals, and local and municipal governments are encouraged to apply. The Development Marketplace focuses on small-scale development projects, and will be held May 8-9, 2006 in Washington DC. Proposals are due by November 30, 2005. (For more information please visit 2006 Global Development Marketplace Application)

Energy Partnerships Commit to Cooperation
October 21, 2005 -- The Global Village Energy Partnership (GVEP) and the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) signed a formal agreement to work jointly to promote clean energy systems, while leveraging each organization’s delivery infrastructure. Both partnerships are designed to improve energy services to underserved populations in rural, peri-urban, and urban areas. More

U.S. Activities on Sustainable Consumption and Production
September 2, 2005: Public-private partnerships are at the core of a wide range of U.S. efforts to promote cleaner and more environmentally sound use of resources in ways that grow economies and create jobs. At the Second International Experts Meeting on Sustainable Consumption and Production, U.S. government experts will highlight a number of innovative programs and activities. Click here for full compilation.