In this subchapter:

(1) Early-stage project support

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) Late-stage project support

The term “late-stage project support” includes debt financing, insurance, and transaction advisory services.