Infrastructure Development Grant

Capital for Sustainable Transport, Energy, Water, Sanitation and Urban Infrastructure Projects

Funding Amount: USD $500,000 – $10,000,000

Application Deadline: 15 December 2026

Region: Global

Status: Open

Overview

The Infrastructure Development Grant provides catalytic funding to support early-stage infrastructure projects that demonstrate strong development impact and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

The programme focuses on infrastructure investments that improve access to essential services, strengthen climate resilience, support sustainable urban development, and accelerate the transition to low-carbon economies.

Funding is intended to help project sponsors advance infrastructure initiatives that are ready for implementation and have already completed key project preparation activities.

Funding Available

Successful applicants may apply for funding ranging from USD $500,000 to USD $10,000,000.

Who Can Apply?

The programme is open to:

• Infrastructure project developers
• Project sponsors
• Infrastructure investment entities
• Special purpose project companies
• Public-private partnership (PPP) project entities
• Energy developers
• Water and sanitation project operators
• Sustainable transport developers
• Urban infrastructure developers

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate that:

• The project is at an advanced development stage.
• A feasibility study has been completed.
• An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has been completed.
• The project has clear development impact objectives.
• The project aligns with sustainable infrastructure principles.

Geographic Eligibility

The programme is open to eligible applicants globally.

Projects from developing and emerging markets are encouraged to apply where infrastructure investments can contribute to economic development, climate resilience, and improved service delivery.

Priority Infrastructure Sectors

The programme supports projects in:

Sustainable Transport

Projects that improve mobility, logistics and transportation systems.

Examples may include:

• Public transport infrastructure
• Sustainable mobility systems
• Transport connectivity projects
• Logistics infrastructure

Clean Energy

Projects that expand access to sustainable energy solutions.

Examples may include:

• Renewable energy infrastructure
• Energy distribution systems
• Grid modernisation projects
• Clean energy deployment initiatives

Water Infrastructure

Projects that improve access to water resources and water services.

Examples may include:

• Water treatment facilities
• Water distribution infrastructure
• Water security projects
• Water resource management systems

Sanitation Infrastructure

Projects that strengthen sanitation services and public health outcomes.

Examples may include:

• Wastewater treatment facilities
• Sanitation service infrastructure
• Waste management systems

Urban Infrastructure

Projects that support sustainable urban development.

Examples may include:

• Urban service infrastructure
• Climate-resilient urban systems
• Municipal infrastructure improvements
• Smart city infrastructure initiatives

What Can Be Funded?

Funding may be used for:

• Working capital
• Pilot deployments
• Technical assistance
• Capacity building
• Climate and ESG-aligned investments
• Market research
• Feasibility studies
• Equipment procurement
• Technology acquisition
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning activities

Programme Benefits

Participants may gain access to:

• Infrastructure development funding
• Technical support
• Capacity-building opportunities
• Project development assistance
• Potential future financing opportunities

Application Process

Applications are submitted through an online application platform.

Applicants will be required to provide:

• Organisation information
• Project details
• Country of implementation
• Team information
• Funding request
• Project summary
• Expected development impact

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 15 December 2026

Expected Decision Timeline: Approximately 4–6 weeks following submission.

Additional Information

• No application fees are required.
• Applications typically take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
• Initial screening is generally conducted within 30 days.
• Applications are reviewed under World Bank Group standards and oversight processes.

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