
In accordance with Article VIII of the ISA Framework Agreement, Organisations may attain Partner organisation status if they possess the potential to contribute significantly to the achievement of ISA’s objectives. This includes regional inter-governmental economic integration Organisations formed by sovereign states, with at least one being an ISA member. Partner Organisations are entitled to participate in ISA activities without the right to vote in decision-making processes, as per Article IV (5) of the ISA Framework Agreement.
Over the years, the ISA Assembly has granted ‘Partner Organisation’ status, under Article VIII of the ISA Framework Agreement, to United Nations agencies, multilateral development banks (MDBs), development finance institutions (DFIs), international organisations, and public organisations. These partnerships optimise ISA’s efforts to manage ongoing programmes and projects by providing essential technical assistance, facilitating investment mobilisation, mitigating risks, and bolstering the capabilities and expertise of ISA’s Member Countries. These collaborations also serve as a crucible for the inception of innovative solar energy initiatives.
ISA’s Private Sector Engagement Strategy, meticulously designed and approved, stands as the cornerstone for propelling solar industry growth across all ISA Member Countries. This strategic framework fosters significant capabilities within Member Countries, empowering them to achieve energy security goals through solar solutions. Through close collaboration with financiers, developers, and manufacturers, the ISA Secretariat tirelessly promotes solar initiatives worldwide. The ISA Corporate Advisory Group (CAG), established in September 2022, now comprises 29 distinguished members. This assembly of thought leaders and experts offers invaluable insights and guidance to propel private sector engagement strategies forward.