the UK PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions) programme launched a new funding opportunity for Nature-based Solutions (NbS) projects in Kenya. The initiative invites eligible organisations to submit proposals for innovative, capacity-building projects that support Kenya’s transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Applications are open until 29 September 2025, 17:00 EAT / 15:00 GMT+1. UK PACT forms part of the UK–Kenya Strategic Partnership (2025–2030), which focuses on trade, investment and green growth; climate and nature; science and technology; and security and stability. Under the climate and nature pillar, both countries aim to demonstrate global leadership by mobilising finance for adaptation, resilience, mitigation, and biodiversity conservation. The programme contributes to these goals by scaling up clean energy, strengthening climate systems, facilitating green finance, and supporting nature-based solutions.
UK PACT seeks high-impact, demand-driven projects that align with Kenya’s national climate priorities. Eligible areas include commercial forestry, which promotes sustainable forestry across public, private, and community lands to enhance carbon sequestration, encourage responsible land use, and create green economic opportunities; and agroforestry, which focuses on restoring degraded landscapes, improving smallholder livelihoods, and expanding value chains through nature-based enterprises. The programme targets organisations with expertise in technical assistance and capacity-building in areas such as climate policy, governance, sustainable land use, and ecosystem restoration. Eligible entities include think tanks, consultancies, academic institutions, NGOs, professional associations, and community organisations. Government agencies and state-owned enterprises are not eligible.
UK PACT emphasises localisation and inclusive delivery, giving preference to consortia that involve local organisations, women-owned, youth-owned, or disability-owned entities. This approach ensures that projects are community-driven and inclusive, fostering local ownership and long-term sustainability. By supporting capacity-building and innovative solutions, the programme seeks to advance Kenya’s climate ambitions while generating tangible social, environmental, and economic benefits. For more information, including application guidance and supporting documents, interested organisations can visit the UK PACT website. UK PACT is jointly governed and funded by the UK Government’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), collaborating with countries to accelerate and enhance climate action.