Enhancing Capacity for Low Emission Development Strategies (EC-LEDS) Clean Energy Program Year Three Annual Report (Oct 2015– Sept 2016)

The program focuses on three activities: Georgian Municipal Energy Efficiency (GeMunee), Green Building (GB) Rating and Certification System, and National EC-LEDS Working Group and Advisory Assistance. The program aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Georgia by at least 236,372.9 metric tons of CO2 equivalent, facilitate up to $14 million in private sector investments in clean energy, and lead to energy savings of up to 315 GWh. The program is implemented by Winrock International and funded by USAID. During its third year, the program finalized 10 Sustainable Energy Action Plans (SEAPs) for the Covenant of Mayors (COM)-signing self-governing units. These SEAPs were developed for eight cities and two municipalities, including Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, and others. The program also made progress in other areas, including the development of a Green Building (GB) Rating and Certification System, which aims to promote energy-efficient building practices in Georgia. Additionally, the National EC-LEDS Working Group and Advisory Assistance provided support to the Government of Georgia (GOG) in developing a national Low Emission Development Strategy (LEDS). The program's broader goal is to enable responsible management and development of Georgia's natural endowments. The program's success will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy efficiency, and supporting the development of a low-carbon economy in Georgia. The EC-LEDS Clean Energy Program has made significant progress in its third year, with a focus on finalizing SEAPs, developing the GB Rating and Certification System, and providing advisory assistance to the GOG. The program's achievements demonstrate its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting energy efficiency in Georgia. The program's success will have a positive impact on Georgia's economy, environment, and environment. The program's achievements will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy efficiency, and supporting the development of a low-carbon economy in Georgia. The EC-LEDS Clean Energy Program is a critical component of the USG's efforts to support low-emission development in Georgia. The program's success will demonstrate the effectiveness of the USG's approach to supporting low-emission development in the region. The program's success will have a