§ 9561. Definitions

In this subchapter:

• (1) The term “early-stage project support” includes—
  • (A) feasibility studies;
  • (B) resource evaluations;
  • (C) project appraisal and costing;
  • (D) pilot projects;
  • (E) commercial support, such as trade missions, reverse trade missions, technical workshops, international buyer programs, and international partner searchers to link suppliers to projects;
  • (F) technical assistance and other guidance to improve the local regulatory environment and market frameworks to encourage transparent competition and enhance energy security; and
  • (G) long-term energy sector planning.
• (2) The term “late-stage project support” includes debt financing, insurance, and transaction advisory services.