Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) Technology Application Project

Promote building integrated PV (BIPV) applications for new and existing buildings, integrated with building design and energy efficiency. Includes targeted research, capacity building for local manufacturers and architect/engineers, regulatory frameworks, and pilot demonstrations. Concept fits with both technology market aggregation/innovation strategic priority (OP7--distributed generation) and power sector policy strategic priority (OP6). GEF $2 m., others (government, private sector, donors) $5 m, total $7 m. PDF $130,000 from GEF, $170,000 co-financing from others.