The Green Finance Facilitator

The Green Finance Facilitator(GFF)

GFF is a program that provides advisory services to green businesses in Ghana to enable them to become investment ready and access green financing.
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What is GFF?

Ghana is taking significant steps towards transitioning to a sustainable and climate-resilient economy. This can unlock significant investment opportunities in clean energy, clean transport, sustainable agriculture, and other sectors.

To attract green investments, a pipeline of bankable green projects is needed. Currently, there is a gap between green finance providers, who report a lack of investable green business proposals, and Ghanaian businesses, who often lack the capacity to present green projects that meet the requirements of financial institutions. The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) was created to help bridge this gap.

The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) is a technical assistance program that provides advisory services to green businesses to enable them to become investment-ready and access green financing. This support spans financial feasibility review and financial modeling, business plan improvement and market analysis, structuring support to respond to financier requirements, and assistance with contractual negotiations and transactions, delivered through top-tier local business advisory firms.

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Project Eligibility and Application Guidelines

The GFF seeks to prepare businesses for financing through the provision of tailor-made business preparation and advisory services offered through local firms. Once financing packages are deemed “investment ready”, supported businesses will be introduced to financial institutions for funding consideration. Note that this mandate includes both green businesses and SMEs that seek to ‘green’ their operations by improving energy efficiency and resource use.

For best results, please read the Guidelines carefully and completely before submitting an application.
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Frequently asked questions

  • What is GFF?
    The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) is a technical assistance program that supports green businesses to enable them to become investment ready, equipping them with the necessary tools, strategies, and resources to access financing from potential investors and financial institutions.
  • How does the application process work?
    All applications will pass through an initial eligibility screening. Eligible and complete applications will be reviewed by a selection committee using a proprietary scoring method that reflects business needs and typical financier requirements. Once selected, applicants will be matched with local business advisory firms who will provide customized short-term support tailored to the business or project’s specific needs.
  • Who can apply for support from GFF?
    Interested businesses who believe they meet GFF eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply directly through the website. Financial institutions and investment funds may also refer businesses, whether or not such businesses are already clients (referred businesses should then apply through the GFF website). Large projects and SMEs are equally welcome to apply for Cohort One. Startup ventures will be accommodated in future cohorts. 
  • What are the requirements?
    Eligibility requirements are driven by the Ghana Sustainable Investment Framework, published by the Ministry of Finance, and by the recently released Ghana Green Taxonomy. Application requirements include the following, noting that not all businesses will have completed items 4 and 5 below. Applicants should use the Letter of Interest to describe their specific technical assistance needs.

    1. Completed Online Application Form

    2. Evidence of Registration of the Business

    3. Financial Statements

    4. Business Plan

    5. Financial Model and Projections

    6. Letter of Interest

    Applicants should use the Letter of Interest to describe their specific technical assistance needs.

News and Events

News

  • GFF Cohort Two Selection Announced
    September 26, 2025

    The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) is pleased to announce the selection of 14 companies for the second cohort of its flagship program. The cohort members were drawn from a wide range of sectors, from renewable energy to sustainable water and wastewater management to green buildings and a range of agriculture and agribusiness activities. The companies […]

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  • Launch of Cohort 2
    April 7, 2025

    GFF Announces Opening of the Application Period for Cohort Two The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) is pleased to announce that the application period for Cohort 2 of its flagship program is now open. Applications will be accepted through 16th May at 11:59pm GMT. Building on the success of our inaugural cohort, we’re seeking ambitious companies […]

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  • GFF Cohort One Selection Announced
    March 10, 2025

    The GFF program is designed to enhance business resilience and investment readiness through targeted financial and strategic support. Participating companies will receive tailored advisory services in areas such as financial management, governance, and sustainable finance alignment, positioning them as attractive, long-term prospects for responsible investors. The Green Finance Facilitator (GFF) is pleased to announce the […]

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Events

  • GFF at Ghana Digital Innovation Week
    November 27, 2025

    Members of GFF Cohort One had the opportunity to showcase their companies at Ghana Digital Innovation Week (GDIW) 2025. The theme for this year’s GDIW is “Catalysing Change – Innovation and Digital Transformation at the Centre.” Sponsored by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH through the Digital Transformation Centre Ghana, this year’s GDIW showcases […]

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  • GFF-GAB FINANCING FORUM
    October 1, 2025

    In early October, the GFF and the Ghanaian Association of Bankers (GAB) came together to enable Cohort One companies to present their businesses to a select group of banks and impact investment funds. Over the course of two days, 18 companies pitched their businesses to approximately 30 financial sector representatives. Follow-on discussions with interested parties […]

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  • GFF Launch Event
    November 26, 2024
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