Readiness & preparatory support

AAN Associates supports under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3. With nearly 15 years of experience across 26 countries in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, AAN brings strong capabilities in working with public sector institutions, cultivating stakeholder ownership, and building lasting technical and operational capacities. Its approach is grounded in trust-building, rapid team mobilisation, and access to a global network of experts, partners, and institutions.

AAN offers a full range of Readiness services with particular strengths in organisational diagnostics and system strengthening, policy and strategy formulation, concept and proposal development, and M&E system design and implementation—including digital, AI-driven tools. The firm integrates human-centred design and inclusive engagement approaches, with expertise spanning cross-cutting priorities such as equity, gender, nutrition, WASH, and private sector engagement.

Leveraging project management offices, GIS-based data collection, and AI for cost and time efficiencies, AAN combines innovation with a track record of service excellence. Its global footprint, expert networks, and quality delivery make it a relevant and responsive partner for accelerating country-driven readiness outcomes.

Abt Pty Ltd supports under lots 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, and 2.2. Through the Abt Global Consortium—comprised of Abt Global, Climate Analytics, CrossBoundary, Pollination, and SURECO—the group brings extensive experience in delivering GCF Readiness Programme. Together, the consortium has completed over 50 GCF activities, supporting national institutions and organizations in a wide range of technical and strategic areas, including on policy development, institutional strengthening, pipeline design, accreditation support, greening financial systems and blended finance models, concept note development and project preparation.

Operating in over 110 countries with headquarters in six and more than 60 offices worldwide, the consortium has a strong presence across all GCF regions, including SIDS, LDCs, and fragile and conflict-affected settings. The consortium’s technical expertise spans all GCF sectors, including clean energy, land use, water, agriculture, forestry, and ecosystems. Its globally distributed team delivers locally informed, context-specific support to NDAs and DAEs, aligning work with national priorities and climate ambitions.

Adam Smith International (ASI) Limited, supporting under lot 1.1 and 1.2, is a global development advisory firm with over 30 years of experience supporting governments and markets across Africa, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. ASI brings technical expertise in climate finance, adaptation and resilience, institutional strengthening, and policy advisory, with extensive experience in complex contexts

ASI’s strengths include programme design and management, regulatory reform, private sector engagement, and capacity building. Its Climate Change and Nature Practice spans finance, adaptation, energy transition, and nature-based solutions, with a portfolio exceeding £300 million. ASI supports countries in setting the foundations for mobilising climate finance through institutional strengthening, green value chain development, financial system greening, and the building of climate smart agricultural markets.

Drawing on deep contextual knowledge and broad public-private networks, ASI contributes to country-owned, scalable climate strategies that align with GCF priorities. Its work helps unlock investment and foster sustainable, locally-led development through adaptive and impact-driven delivery.

Africa Sustainability Centre (ASCENT), supporting under lot 2.1 and 2.3, through CLEAR (Climate Leadership for Environmental Action and Resilience), supports accelerated delivery of GCF Readiness outcomes in fragile and low-capacity contexts, with experience across Africa. CLEAR provides end-to-end readiness services, from the design and implementation of bankable projects to the integration of Environmental and Social Safeguards and conflict-sensitive approaches. It brings expertise in National Adaptation Plans, Project Preparation Facility proposals, and the development of knowledge platforms. CLEAR combines international standards with locally led adaptation and delivers fast-tracked support through pre-tested tools and consortia models. Its work focuses on bridging policy gaps with inclusive, actionable solutions that help ensure GCF investments reach the most climate-vulnerable communities.

AGRER, part of the TYPSA engineering group, supports countries under lots 1.1 and 2.1, with a focus on strengthening institutions, designing climate policy frameworks, and supporting investment planning for resilience. With over 60 years of experience, AGRER works side-by-side with national stakeholders to deliver grounded, practical support tailored to local realities.

Their services include institutional capacity assessments, support for NAPs, NDCs, and long-term strategies, and the development of inclusive, cross-sectoral governance systems. AGRER also designs conflict-sensitive regulatory frameworks, early warning systems, and adaptation strategies for vulnerable communities, while promoting gender and social equity in policy frameworks.

By combining international and local expertise with hands-on technical assistance, AGRER helps governments mobilize climate finance, strengthen institutional coherence, and deliver climate solutions that are feasible, actionable, and locally owned.

Alpex Consulting Africa Ltd (ACAL) supports under lots 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3. Based in Nairobi, ACAL delivers tailored climate resilience, adaptation, and readiness support solutions across Africa. With over two decades of experience, ACAL have partnered with governments, development agencies, and the private sector to integrate climate-smart solutions, mobilize finance, and strengthen institutional systems. Its work is grounded in technical expertise, regional insight, and a commitment to inclusive, scalable, and results-driven outcomes.

ACAL supports countries in developing strategies, policy frameworks, and bankable projects aligned with GCF priorities, alongside capacity building, training, and knowledge-sharing systems. Its cross-disciplinary team brings expertise in climate finance and policy, sustainable infrastructure, nature-based solutions, sustainable agriculture, and gender-inclusive development. ACAL emphasizes local ownership and embeds gender equity, social inclusion, and community resilience in all its work.

Focused on locally led action, ACAL supports efforts aimed at Indigenous and marginalized communities and promotes solutions that are replicable, impactful, and future-oriented. Its approach prioritizes long-term value and measurable improvements in resilience, helping countries advance their NDCs, ESG goals, and sustainable development objectives.

Asesoramiento Ambiental Estratégico (AAE) supports the under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, offering more than a decade of experience in climate finance, policy, safeguards, gender, and institutional strengthening. With a portfolio of projects across 45 countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, Asia, and Africa, AAE brings deep regional knowledge and technical capacity to advance country-owned climate planning and implementation.

AAE’s strengths include the development of regulatory frameworks, support for institutional capacity building, project pipeline development, and engagement with the private sector and civil society. The organization also has experience in project design and theory of change, monitoring and evaluation, and peer-learning support. AAE works across key areas such as water and food security, energy access, forests and land use, and health, with a particular focus on integrating safeguards and Indigenous Peoples considerations.

Through its work with national stakeholder, AAE accelerates readiness delivery by combining technical excellence with a deep understanding of local contexts, fostering long-term climate resilience and transformational change.

Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), supporting under lot 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, brings over 35 years of experience in disaster risk reduction and climate resilience, with a multidisciplinary approach that integrates science, policy, and practice. ADPC’s readiness support is grounded in rigorous data, risk analysis, inclusivity, and global best practices, supported by strong knowledge management and learning systems.

Through its three thematic departments—Risk Analytics and Climate Services, Risk Governance and Financing, and Preparedness and Climate Action—and cross-cutting areas such as Gender and Diversity, Disaster and Climate Innovations, and Regional and Transboundary Cooperation, ADPC helps countries strengthen institutional capacity to integrate climate risk into development planning, policy, and financing instruments. It also promotes regional cooperation through platforms that facilitate dialogue and coordination.

ADPC has worked with a wide range of donors to implement climate and disaster resilience initiatives across the Asia Pacific region. Its strengths in institutional capacity-building, policy integration, and inclusive climate governance positions it well for accelerating GCF Readiness outcomes.

BDO LLP supports under lot 1.2 and 1.3, drawing on over four decades of advisory, assurance, capacity building and technical assistance to the public, private, and development sectors. As part of the BDO Global network operating in over 160 countries, BDO brings strong experience working with national and sub-national institutions to strengthen governance and institutional systems, reform regulatory processes, and enhance their performance, results management, risk oversight, and learning systems.

BDO provides tailored support in designing and operationalising climate finance strategies, establishing institutional frameworks, strengthening capacity to implement climate programmes, and mobilising public and private resources. It has specialised expertise in results-based management frameworks, stakeholder engagement mechanisms, and impact measurement systems. As a global accounting and advisory firm, BDO also supports carbon accounting, sustainable finance instruments, and climate reporting.

Through its global network and technical capabilities, BDO helps build institutional capacity and supports countries in meeting GCF Readiness objectives.

The Centre for Environment and Development for the Arab Region and Europe (CEDARE), supporting under lot 1.3, brings extensive experience in national and regional policy support across Africa and the Arab region. With expertise in policy formulation, regulatory frameworks, and capacity building, CEDARE assists countries in building climate action frameworks and advancing their climate targets through evidence-based research, stakeholder engagement, and gender-responsive approaches.

CEDARE’s work includes risk and vulnerability mapping, resilience-building initiatives, and integration of climate considerations into sectoral policies. Its thematic focus spans green and circular economy, water security, sustainable land use, energy efficiency, and inclusive climate governance. As a regional hub for knowledge management, CEDARE promotes communities of practice, develops data-sharing platforms, and supports digital transformation to strengthen institutional capacity and climate decision-making.

Chemonics International Inc., supporting under lot 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, delivers climate mitigation, adaptation, and readiness support grounded in 50 years of experience across more than 100 countries. Chemonics provides inclusive, context-responsive services that are technically rigorous and aligned with national priorities. Its climate policy and institutional readiness work supports NDAs and DAEs with NDC-aligned planning, governance, and access to finance. In investment design, Chemonics offers tailored tools such as MRV systems, nature-based solutions, vulnerability assessments, and blended finance strategies adapted to national and subnational needs.

To strengthen private sector engagement, Chemonics promotes co-investment strategies and enabling frameworks for climate-smart lending, renewable energy markets, and public-private partnerships. It also develops and manages adaptive monitoring and evaluation systems, alongside knowledge platforms that enhance institutional effectiveness and peer learning. A commitment to locally grounded capacity building—integrating indigenous knowledge and gender equity and social inclusion—underscores its work. Through this holistic and collaborative approach, Chemonics supports GCF stakeholders to unlock, design, and implement climate-resilient development pathways that generate high-impact, sustainable outcomes.

Climate Policy Initiative, Inc., supporting under lot 2.2 and 2.3, is a global advisory organization working at the intersection of climate finance and policy. With a team of over 180 experts across seven offices, including in emerging and developing economies, CPI supports governments, public institutions, and financial actors in advancing climate strategies and accessing climate finance. Their services include climate finance tracking, the development of investment pipelines, and the design of financial instruments to support country priorities. CPI draws on in-depth sector and country expertise to deliver technical support that strengthens enabling environments and mobilizes resources for climate action. Its work includes managing and contributing to international initiatives such as the Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance and the Finance in Common Innovation Lab, and participation in climate finance coalitions and working groups. CPI supports readiness efforts by aligning finance and policy and convening diverse stakeholders to address barriers to investment.

Crowe Hussain Chaudhury & Co, supporting under lot 1.2, brings over 75 years of experience in financial services and institutional capacity building, delivering GCF Readiness support with a focus on bridging climate finance and private sector engagement. As part of the global Crowe network—active in 150 countries with over 800 offices—Crowe Pakistan combines international reach with regional expertise across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.

The firm supports countries in greening financial systems, integrating climate principles, and aligning with international standards such as the GHG Protocol, TCFD, and IFRS. Its services include climate finance readiness, risk analytics, tech-enabled impact measurement, and the design of innovative instruments, including sustainability-linked products and green taxonomies. Crowe also delivers advisory services, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement to ensure scalable, finance-ready solutions aligned with national priorities.

With a team of over 600 technical, financial, and climate specialists, Crowe combines strategic insight with operational delivery to advance inclusive, measurable climate action that bridges public and private sector interests.

DAI Global UK Ltd supports under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3. With over 50 years of experience and a presence in 155 offices globally, DAI brings a strong regional footprint across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Pacific. DAI provides support across mitigation, adaptation, and cross-cutting areas, including capacity building for government institutions, private sector actors, civil society organizations, and financial institutions to create enabling environments for integrated climate investment and policy development and implementation. It has directly supported more than 30 Direct Access Entities in strengthening institutional capacity and ensuring GCF compliance.

DAI also offers technical assistance in climate finance, leveraging private finance at scale through innovative climate funds and finance facilities. Additional services include the development of early warning systems, parametric insurance solutions, and risk mitigation and transfer mechanisms for countries facing high climate-related risks. Through the development of knowledge products and promotion of cross-border learning, DAI contributes to readiness outcomes aligned with national priorities and GCF strategic goals.

E Co. Ltd, supporting under lot 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, brings over 25 years of experience supporting low-carbon, climate-resilient development across 177+ countries. With a strong track record of collaboration with the Green Climate Fund (GCF), E Co. has supported the mobilisation of over USD 7.5 billion in climate finance from global funds, including the GCF, GEF, and the Adaptation Fund. The firm provides tailored support in capacity building, policy and regulatory framework enhancement, and climate investment design and implementation. E Co. delivers services globally in multiple languages—including English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic—and works with in-country experts to strengthen institutional capacity of NDAs and DAEs. Their work includes support for the development, update and integration of NAPs, NDCs, and LTSs; preparation of project concept notes and feasibility studies; and the design of funding proposals. With broad expertise across climate finance and institutional development, E Co. contributes to impactful and sustainable readiness outcomes.

Education Development Center (EDC) supporting under lot 2.1, providing in-country implementation and technical assistance in low-income, fragile, and conflict-affected contexts. EDC works globally at the intersection of youth education, workforce development, and climate change to promote inclusive, climate-resilient economies. The organization partners with governments, civil society, and the private sector to co-design national solutions that create climate-smart employment opportunities for youth and vulnerable groups, with a focus on green and blue economies.

EDC brings extensive experience from over 80 countries across Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Their technical expertise spans climate adaptation in agriculture, fisheries, water and natural resource management, urban planning, and nature-based solutions. EDC also strengthens local systems through gender and social inclusion analysis, conflict and resilience assessments, and youth engagement tools such as community mapping and labor market diagnostics.

With proven capacity to support countries in developing NDCs, LEDS, and climate finance access strategies, EDC provides tailored assistance in contexts with limited institutional capacity. Their emphasis on adaptive management, stakeholder inclusion, and data-driven planning enables countries to respond to climate risks while advancing sustainable development outcomes.

Environment and Sustainable Development Unit (ESDU) supports the GCF Readiness Programme under lot 2.1. Based at the American University of Beirut, ESDU brings over 20 years of practical experience delivering community-driven, climate-resilient projects across Lebanon and the MENA region. It offers targeted support for climate investment design in low-capacity and vulnerable contexts, with a focus on locally grounded, inclusive solutions.

ESDU contributes specialized expertise in food systems mapping, circular economy integration, and WEF nexus resource management. Its work spans organic farming, sustainable land use, food safety, capacity building, and AI-enabled innovation in food systems. A strong emphasis on just transition and social equity underpins its projects, living labs, and participatory planning approaches—particularly those engaging women, refugees, and MSMEs.

Through its regional networks, structured monitoring and evaluation, and partnerships with GCF-aligned institutions, ESDU supports the scaling of climate action that is both transformative and context-specific. Its approach equips national stakeholders with practical tools to enhance climate resilience and advance readiness implementation.

Ernst & Young LLP India (EY) supports under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3. EY brings extensive global experience in climate policy, resilience, knowledge management, and institutional strengthening, with a strong presence across India and other developing countries in Asia. Its multidisciplinary teams deliver inclusive, data-driven solutions that support the development of climate policies, strengthen institutional capacity, and facilitate access to climate finance aligned with national priorities and frameworks such as NAPs, NDCs, and the SDGs.

EY provides readiness services such as developing inclusive, evidence-based policies, conducting climate risk assessments, integrating adaptation strategies into national and sectoral plans, refining regulatory frameworks, and enhancing GCF concept notes. It also supports the development of Theory of Change, investment criteria assessments, financial model refinement, and beneficiary screening. EY’s work integrates equity and gender considerations to promote inclusive, locally led climate action.

EY designs and operationalizes knowledge platforms, behaviour change tools, and capacity-building programmes to enhance institutional learning, document best practices, and support peer exchange. Drawing on global expertise and a commitment to locally led adaptation, EY equips stakeholders with practical knowledge products and culturally responsive solutions for effective and sustainable climate project implementation.

Frankfurt School of Finance and Management gGmbH, supporting under lot 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, delivers Readiness support in partnership with the International Centre for Environmental Management (ICEM) and SASA. Together, the partners offer extensive experience in establishing the foundations for climate action, including policy and regulatory development, strategic pipeline planning, investment design, and project preparation.

They have supported multiple NDAs and AEs in strengthening institutional and staff capacities, guiding accreditation processes, and developing project and programming cycles. With a strong focus on aligning with country needs, the partners combine local expertise with international best practices in technical solutions, data management, impact assessment, and sustainable finance.

Specialized in bridging financing gaps and leveraging public-private synergies, the consortium supports countries in addressing urgent climate risks and unlocking mitigation and adaptation opportunities, including through the climate–nature nexus. With active engagement across Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America and the Caribbean, the team offers timely, regionally grounded support in line with evolving GCF standards and policies.

Genesis Analytics (Pty) Limited, supporting under lot 1.1, is a leading impact firm headquartered in Africa, with over 20 years of experience across 52 countries on the continent. With strong relationships across governments, financial institutions, regulators, and development agencies, Genesis supports climate finance readiness through its dedicated climate finance and economics practice. The firm provides support in policy development, climate risk analytics, just transition planning, and resource mobilization, and has contributed to climate action planning in more than 20 African countries. Genesis has also supported the development of national roadmaps supporting a just transition, sectoral reconversion strategies, and green jobs diagnostics. Its work is complemented by cross-practice collaboration in financial services, evaluation, and human development, enabling a comprehensive approach to embedding climate resilience into financial systems. Areas of expertise include climate planning, resource mobilization strategies and investment plans, climate risk assessments in policy development, public finance diagnostics, climate budgets, capacity development for financial regulators, climate stress testing, evaluation of climate programmes, climate finance tracking, and MRV system strengthening.

GHD Limited, supporting under lot 1.1, brings over 90 years of experience providing advisory and technical solutions across water, energy, environment, and infrastructure sectors. GHD brings extensive experience in delivering policy and regulatory support for vulnerability and resilience programmes, particularly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia. Its Readiness support includes tailored capacity-building, technical assistance, climate and infrastructure policy and regulatory advice, and development of ESG frameworks. GHD also supports the design of urban climate resilience plans and policy frameworks that strengthen institutional capacity and empower locally led climate action.

GHD’s work spans a wide range of stakeholders, including governments, communities, and development finance institutions. The firm’s experience delivering bilateral projects, such as adaptive water management and WASH service delivery, enhances its ability to provide comprehensive policy and regulatory support for vulnerability and resilience programmes. GHD also brings experience in climate risk assessments, regulatory evaluations, and multi-stakeholder collaboration across sectors. Its approach is grounded in local context, data-driven analysis, and engagement with affected communities to enhance ownership and minimize conflict.

Through these efforts, GHD helps partner countries address climate risks, strengthen institutional frameworks, and develop readiness pipelines that are inclusive, grounded in local priorities, and aligned with broader climate and development goals.

GIALMAR S.A. (SISTME) supports implementation under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, bringing over 13 years of experience from the Global South in institutional strengthening, policy development, and climate knowledge management. With a strong presence in Latin America and the Caribbean, and additional experience in Asia and SIDS, SISTME supports countries in reviewing and aligning public policy frameworks with climate goals through participatory approaches and context-specific recommendations.

SISTME specializes in developing and implementing knowledge management strategies, producing learning products such as case studies, manuals, and toolkits, and organizing workshops and webinars that foster cross-country learning and strengthen national capacity for climate action. They support inclusive engagement processes across government, civil society, and local communities, ensuring that diverse knowledge systems contribute to climate solutions.

In contexts of low capacity or limited information, SISTME designs and implements tailored data collection systems to inform decision-making processes, including baselines, vulnerability studies, and participatory assessments. This supports the design of high-quality, locally grounded climate investments aligned with national priorities and GCF requirements.

SISTME has also contributed to independent evaluations of GCF investments, further strengthening their understanding of the challenges and opportunities countries face in improving climate governance structures and knowledge management practices. Their integrated approach bridges knowledge managemnet, policy, and project design, helping countries drive more resilient, inclusive, and effective climate action.

Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) supports the GCF Readiness Programme under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3. Operating through 13 Regional Water Partnerships in over 77 countries, GWPO brings extensive experience in strengthening climate resilient policy, regulation, and investment planning. Their work focuses on supporting National Adaptation Plans, climate finance strategies, and institutional capacity building, particularly in vulnerable and fragile contexts, including Least Developed Countries.

GWPO integrates technical assistance, capacity building, and policy reform to advance climate-resilient water investment pipelines. Their work is grounded in multi-stakeholder engagement and includes partnerships with the UNFCCC LDC Expert Group and UNICEF on widely used frameworks such as the Water Supplement to the NAP Technical Guidelines and the Strategic Framework for WASH Climate Resilient Development. GWPO also supports early warning systems and climate risk management through joint programmes with WMO, and contributes to NDC implementation as an implementing partner of the NDC Partnership.

With a gender-transformative approach and strong focus on peer learning, GWPO leverages its global platforms—including the IWRM Action Hub and SDG 6 Support Programme—to deliver integrated, regionally grounded solutions that enable countries to access climate finance and strengthen water security through inclusive, sustainable systems.

Global Water Partnership Southern Africa NPC (GWPSA NPC) supports under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3. With over two decades of experience, GWPSA NPC provides hands-on technical expertise to advance climate adaptation planning and implementation, strengthen strategic climate resilience frameworks, and mobilise investment-ready project pipelines. Its work spans national, regional, and pan-African levels, engaging water-influencing sectors through a broad and diverse partnership network.

GWPSA NPC serves as the facilitator of the Continental Africa Water Investment Programme (AIP) and hosts the GWP Africa Coordination Unit. It maintains strong relationships with the African Union Commission, AUDA-NEPAD, River Basin Organisations, and Regional Economic Communities, supporting cross-sector collaboration and long-term resilience. Through its Country Water Partnerships, GWPSA NPC ensures stakeholder ownership, locally anchored capacity building, and context-specific delivery.

Its support includes advancing knowledge platforms, promoting inclusive engagement, and enabling sustained action across policy, finance, and implementation. By working at the intersection of these areas, GWPSA NPC helps governments and institutions strengthen climate resilience and deliver effective, sustainable readiness programming.

GOPA Worldwide Consultants GmbH, supporting under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, leads a consortium of technically specialised sister companies to deliver tailored and coordinated support. With six decades of experience across more than 130 countries, GOPA combines country-specific knowledge, expert networks, and resource capabilities to provide context-specific solutions that build institutional capacity, enhance climate resilience, and support access to climate finance. Its sectoral expertise spans policy formulation, financial systems, and stakeholder engagement, with services that include strategic programming, pipeline development, knowledge sharing, and support for policy reform. Guided by ISO-certified quality, environmental, and information security systems, GOPA helps countries turn climate ambitions into action aligned with GCF objectives.

Royal HaskoningDHV supports countries under lots 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, drawing on over 140 years of international consultancy experience to inform its climate and development work. Headquartered in the Netherlands with offices in over 25 countries across Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Europe, the firm combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology to deliver future-proof, climate-informed solutions.

Royal HaskoningDHV provides a wide range of services relevant to GCF’s Readiness Programme, including climate risk and vulnerability assessments, analysis of social vulnerabilities to climate change, urban resilience and water management, appraisal of adaptation measures (including Nature-based Solutions), economic and financial feasibility studies, and preliminary and detailed design. The firm also offers digital solutions, early warning systems, and climate/ESG data to support decision-making. These services help countries establish robust adaptation rationales, develop pipelines aligned with national, regional, or sectoral policies, and prioritize locally appropriate, cost-effective adaptation investments.

Intellecap Advisory Services Private Limited, supporting under lot 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3, is a global advisory firm within the Aavishkaar Group, with a core focus on advancing climate impact and finance in the global south. Intellecap delivers end-to-end Readiness support across policy and regulatory framework development, climate investment design, and capacity building for investment-ready funding proposals. The firm supports countries in addressing mitigation and adaptation priorities by fostering enabling environments and directing capital toward climate action.

Intellecap applies an ecosystem approach that integrates knowledge, capital, networks, and technology to address systemic barriers and scale social innovations. It has advised over 300 clients—including government agencies, development finance institutions, and private sector partners—across more than 70 countries in South and Central Asia, Africa, and Latin America. It has mobilized over USD 2 billion into high-impact enterprises and built networks that connect over 100,000 stakeholders across 50+ countries. Intellecap also supports early- and growth-stage enterprises through multiple programmes and platforms tailored to emerging markets. These capabilities position Intellecap to support countries in advancing climate finance readiness and delivering impactful outcomes across diverse regional contexts.

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, supporting under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.2, brings extensive experience in strengthening policy and regulatory frameworks, addressing vulnerability and resilience, advancing knowledge management and learning, and promoting private sector engagement for climate action. With regional experience across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, they apply expertise in climate finance, climate-smart agriculture, and conflict-sensitive development to support the design of country-led strategies that enhance institutional capacity and unlock investment.

They have developed practical tools—including the Adaptation Atlas and Climate Security Programming Dashboard—and delivered Climate-Smart Agriculture Investment Plans and Profiles in more than 30 countries. These efforts help countries articulate robust climate rationales, develop inclusive governance frameworks, and create stakeholder-driven adaptation plans. By working closely with national institutions, they contribute to the development of transformational investment pipelines that support readiness implementation and strengthen resilience in climate-vulnerable regions.

International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) supports under lot 1.3, bringing global leadership in systems analysis across climate change, gender, and food systems. With nearly five decades of experience and activities in over 80 countries, IFPRI delivers research-driven support for climate-informed policy and institutional strengthening in low- and middle-income countries.

IFPRI works with government actors, NGOs, Indigenous Peoples, private sector entities, and multilateral agencies to co-develop frameworks, capacity needs assessments, training activities, and evidence-based synthesis products. Its expertise includes economy-wide modelling, mixed-method impact assessments, and analysis of equitable outcomes in adaptation and mitigation. IFPRI also manages knowledge platforms and supports communities of practice to improve the quality of climate action.

IFPRI also manages knowledge platforms and communities of practice to improve the quality of climate action and facilitates the development of synthesis and communications products for policy and institutional advocacy. Through research, capacity sharing, and network support, IFPRI contributes to more effective, inclusive, and equitable climate planning and implementation in the agri-food systems space.

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) supports under lot 2.3. With a mandate and proven track-record to co-create and disseminate water- and climate-related knowledge, IWMI delivers impactful knowledge management and learning services that contribute to GCF Readiness outcomes.

IWMI supports countries in developing knowledge platforms, communities of practice, learning materials, and decision-support tools tailored to national priorities and stakeholder needs. Its global footprint and deep regional integration enable inclusive, participatory approaches to knowledge sharing that promote accessibility, relevance, and local ownership.

IWMI’s leadership in multi-stakeholder dialogues, policy learning, and evidence-based advice on the feasibility of water-related investments positions it as a trusted partner in advancing institutional learning, supporting iterative adaptation, and integrating climate knowledge into planning processes. With decades of experience and a strong commitment to collaboration, IWMI is well placed to catalyze learning-driven transformation in climate resilience and readiness.

The International Savanna Fire Management Initiative (ISFMI) supports under lots 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, and 2.3. ISFMI is an independent, not-for-profit entity that works across Africa, Asia, and Latin America to build enabling environments for nature-based, Indigenous, and community-led climate solutions. It supports NDAs and stakeholders in strengthening governance, fostering inclusive engagement, and building institutional capacity to advance climate action.

ISFMI provides support in areas including carbon market development and regulation, community-led approaches and benefit-sharing, strengthening institutional governance, and private sector engagement. It also supports MRV systems, facilitates knowledge management and exchange, and builds technical capacity across interdisciplinary areas. ISFMI contributes to transboundary and regional cooperation, and helps establish pilot projects focused on nature-based solutions.

A 2024 winner of the GEF Challenge Program for Adaptation Innovation, ISFMI has implemented GCF Readiness grants through bilateral and multilateral partners, including the Government of Australia and GIZ. It is an observer to the UNFCCC and participates actively in international dialogues on climate, biodiversity, and community-based natural resource management.

KPMG Oy Ab, supporting under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, brings a global network and expertise in climate finance and capacity building to support GCF Readiness efforts. KPMG International Development Assistance Services applies hands-on experience, advanced tools, and a multidisciplinary skillset to help partners address sustainable development challenges, particularly in fragile and emerging markets. With broad sectoral knowledge and a deep understanding of the Green Climate Fund’s business model, investment criteria, and policy frameworks, KPMG provides tailored support across key areas including project preparation, regulatory alignment, and risk management, with a strong focus on transparency, compliance, and strategic impact.

KPMG also supports governments and development finance institutions in strengthening institutional frameworks and building effective structures and processes for climate finance implementation. With its international presence and technical capabilities, KPMG works to mobilize funding, enhance capacity, and advance impactful climate investments that contribute to sustainable development.

Baastel and CPCS support countries under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, providing integrated support across country programming, capacity building, investment planning, and institutional development. Baastel has supported NDAs and national stakeholders through Readiness activities since 2018, including project pipeline development, stakeholder engagement, vulnerability and risk assessments, and Readiness Needs Assessments.

CPCS complements this with over two decades of experience in climate finance strategy, project development and transaction advisory, regulatory reform, and enabling environment design—particularly in fragile and conflict-affected contexts. Together, they support the preparation and updating of NDCs and NAPs, the development climate strategies and M&E frameworks, and the integration of climate considerations into sectoral policies such as transport. They have supported Direct Access Entities through the accreditation process and contributed to country programming, concept notes, and full project proposals.

Their regional experience spans Africa, the Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific. Both firms also support knowledge-sharing, regional cooperation, and the development of tools and platforms that facilitate learning and improve climate governance. With multilingual teams and deep contextual knowledge, they help countries strengthen readiness systems and deliver inclusive, high-impact climate outcomes.

Monash University supports applicants under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, with a strong presence in the Indo-Pacific and a track record supporting Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Through platforms such as the Monash Sustainable Development Institute, ClimateWorks Centre, and the Monash Centre for Pacific Action for Climate Transitions (PACT), Monash provides technical support for adaptation planning, climate finance readiness, project pipeline development, and institutional capacity strengthening.

Monash delivers interdisciplinary, data-informed support for climate investment design, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity development. PACT has supported GCF Country Programmes, no-objection procedures, and concept development for climate-resilient infrastructure, climate-smart agribusiness, energy resilience, and natural resource management. It has also contributed to the design of microfinance and parametric insurance mechanisms to improve preparedness for climate-related shocks.

With ISO-certified project management systems and a presence in Indonesia, Malaysia, India, and the South Pacific, Monash enables locally informed, responsive, and regionally integrated approaches to climate action.

National Rural Support Programme (NRSP) supports the GCF Readiness Programme under lot 1.1. With over 30 years of experience, NRSP brings deep expertise in community-driven development, institutional capacity building, and climate finance. As Pakistan’s first nationally accredited Direct Access Entity to the GCF, NRSP has implemented over 1,000 projects—including nearly 50 climate-related initiatives—across 80 districts, with strong ties to federal and provincial governments and a robust, three-tiered community outreach structure.

NRSP offers policy support grounded in regulatory frameworks, climate risk analysis, and inclusive planning. It integrates conflict-sensitive and gender-responsive approaches while ensuring access to vulnerable populations through long-standing community and government partnerships. Through its specialised climate finance facility, NRSP has supported the development of adaptation and mitigation pipelines while identifying and addressing key policy and knowledge gaps via data collaboration and targeted recommendations.

Having mobilised over USD 60 million in climate finance, NRSP is not only a proven implementer but also a strategic partner. With experience spanning sectors from WASH to climate-smart agriculture, and active collaborations with the Ministry of Climate Change, UNEP, and others, NRSP delivers scalable, policy-linked solutions aligned with GCF goals.

Neo Themis supports countries under lot 2.2, providing technical assistance and advisory services across the climate project lifecycle. Operating primarily in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), with extensive experience across Africa, Neo Themis works with governments, public institutions, and private investors to strengthen the design and implementation of climate-aligned infrastructure.

Their services include feasibility assessments, institutional readiness, procurement frameworks, and the integration of environmental and social safeguards. They also support the structuring of blended finance and the development of enabling environments to engage the private sector.

Neo Themis contributes to national climate planning processes and financing strategies, including support for project pipelines, REDD+ operationalization, and climate finance facility design in collaboration with international donors. Their work is grounded in experience with multilateral and bilateral partners, including AfDB and the U.S. Development Finance Corporation.

Neo Themis brings context-specific expertise in supporting national institutions to access and implement climate finance in line with GCF objectives.

Open Capital supports countries under lot 2.2, with over 15 years of experience advancing climate finance and investment readiness across Sub-Saharan Africa. With offices in eight countries and operations across 30 markets, Open Capital has mobilized over USD 1 billion in climate-related investments and launched more than 15 climate finance facilities. Their extensive advisory support spans governments, companies, investors, and development finance leaders.
Their approach centers on four pillars: (1) strengthening companies through capacity building to improve operations, systems, and market expansion strategies; (2) enabling climate finance by designing financial instruments and providing full transaction support to investors; (3) co-developing large-scale programmes with donors and foundations to unlock low-emission, climate-resilient investments; and (4) building institutional frameworks by generating market assessments, policy briefs, and multi-stakeholder strategies to guide coordinated action.
Open Capital supports accredited entities in preparing for GCF investment by guiding alignment with GCF standards and requirements. Their advisory services are grounded in deep regional presence, investor relationships, and experience designing financing structures that help overcome investment and operational barriers. With a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa, they help scale climate solutions by supporting the development of investment-ready pipelines and tailored financing mechanisms.

Oxford Policy Management (OPM) supports under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 through a consortium with over 2,000 professionals and global expertise across all GCF strategic impact areas. The consortium offers deep technical capacity in climate finance, project development, governance, and gender-responsive approaches, with experience supporting national institutions, advancing country programmes, and promoting knowledge sharing.

The consortium brings a strong track record of formulating climate policies and regulations aligned with NDCs, NAPs, and LTSs; supporting Accredited Entities in building project pipelines; and providing technical assistance throughout the project cycle. Consortium partners have supported countries to access climate finance, mobilise investments for renewable energy, and evaluate green financing options. Past engagements include work with Pacific Island Countries, policy reform in Nepal, and social inclusion strategy development in Vietnam.

With experience working with the GCF and deep familiarity with its processes and standards, OPM and its partners offer comprehensive support—spanning policy formulation, capacity assessment, project design, and stakeholder engagement—to accelerate impactful, country-driven readiness delivery.

Palladium International LLC, supporting under lots 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, is a global impact firm with over 60 years of experience delivering climate mitigation and adaptation programmes across a wide range of geographies. Palladium collaborates with governments, the private sector, and civil society to reduce emissions, strengthen resilience, and promote inclusive, locally led development. The firm brings extensive expertise in designing large-scale climate initiatives and catalytic finance facilities, combining tools such as blended finance, project funnel screening, payment-by-results mechanisms, and grant-packaged technical assistance to accelerate climate investment. Pipeline development is a core focus, with dedicated support to develop, incubate, and scale investable business opportunities. Palladium also ensures rigorous compliance with client monitoring and evaluation standards, using recognised methodologies and tailored tools to track impact. Across all engagements, Palladium’s work is grounded in inclusivity, localisation, and a results-driven approach to climate action.

The Pegasys-led consortium—comprising Mott MacDonald, Carbon Trust, Itad, and IBIS—supports countries under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, offering deep expertise in supporting policy development, climate investment design, private sector engagement, and knowledge management. With experience across more than 140 countries, the consortium brings global reach and field-tested expertise to support countries in developing inclusive, adaptive climate strategies aligned with national priorities and GCF objectives.

The team supports institutions and governments in designing risk-informed, sector-wide climate policies and regulatory frameworks in vulnerable and data-scarce settings. It enables countries to unlock private capital through blended finance instruments, national green finance strategies, and investment-enabling environments. The consortium also delivers knowledge management and capacity building support, including technical tools, training platforms, and communities of practice.

Their work spans agriculture, energy, transport, water, and urban systems, with successful initiatives in Africa, Asia, including LDCs and SIDS. The consortium's tailored support includes scenario planning, institutional strengthening, developing project pipelines, investment roadmaps, and financing strategies. With over 5,000 experts worldwide, the Pegasys consortium helps countries accelerate climate finance access and build robust, resilient, and inclusive climate pipelines.

PwC New Zealand supports countries under lot 2.3, focusing on capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge management to strengthen climate project implementation. With a strong and growing presence in the Pacific and deep cultural ties to the region, their multidisciplinary team delivers context-specific, inclusive solutions.

Their services include organisation, region and sector-wide climate risk and vulnerability/impact assessments, climate scenario analysis, climate impact pathway development, quantification and modelling of climate impacts, resilience testing, and transition and adaptation planning. They also support project design, implementation planning, monitoring, and evaluation, with particular emphasis on multi-stakeholder engagement and integration of local and Indigenous knowledge.

PwC New Zealand has experience across sectors including energy, health, infrastructure, transport, housing, and finance. Their approach prioritizes gender inclusion, cultural safety, and evidence-based decision-making. They also manage knowledge platforms and facilitate communities of practice, ensuring countries are equipped to plan, implement, and learn from climate finance initiatives.

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) supports countries under lot 2.2, drawing on expertise in climate and sustainability solutions. With over 10,000 sustainability professionals among a global staff of 370,000 across 149 countries—including a strong presence in LDCs and SIDS—PwC combines technical expertise with grounded, in-country insight. The firm supports governments, multilateral agencies, and development partners in shaping and implementing low-carbon, climate-resilient strategies. PwC delivers end-to-end support across readiness workstreams, including development of climate finance strategies, design of investment frameworks, engagement of the private sector, and establishment of transparent monitoring, reporting, and evaluation systems aligned with GCF standards.

PwC’s advisory network supports capacity building and project preparation through integrated financial, economic, and climate technical expertise. The firm is experienced in designing PPP models, mobilizing private capital, and structuring projects that catalyse investments in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and nature-based solutions. Assurance professionals further support climate accountability by embedding robust MRV frameworks. PwC assembles fit-for-purpose teams for each engagement, drawing on global experts, regional hubs, and in-country networks to ensure delivery is context-specific, cost-effective, and locally empowering.

Prime Consulting International supports countries under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, bringing over two decades of global experience in delivering impactful technical assistance and capacity building across climate finance, policy reform, and sustainable development. They have a strong track record in delivering Readiness and PPF support in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), and Fragile and Conflict-Affected States (FCAS).

Their services span national policy and regulatory frameworks, climate investment planning, and GCF project preparation. They have supported the design of climate trust funds, accreditation processes, institutional strengthening, and the submission of successful GCF proposals.
They integrate technical excellence with cultural intelligence, prioritising local ownership, gender inclusion, and practical pathways to impact. Their teams are globally connected but rooted in-country, with over 70% local representation.

They help countries bridge the gap between climate ambition and finance readiness—ensuring that plans, policies, and projects are grounded in real-world challenges and designed to deliver lasting, climate-resilient outcomes.

Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International, supporting under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3, combines the rigour of an independent scientific research institute with decades of experience implementing international development programmes. With expertise spanning 250 scientific disciplines, RTI supports public and private sector partners in developing evidence-based climate policies and scalable strategies. Drawing on over 50 years of global experience, including in fragile and conflict-affected contexts, RTI offers technical support across national climate planning processes (NDCs, NAPs, and sectoral plans), impact modelling (GHG estimations, vulnerability assessments), and economic and financial analysis of climate interventions. RTI also strengthens institutional capacity through tailored tools, systems, and training, helping partners implement effective climate strategies. Its capabilities further extend to climate project pipeline development, knowledge product design, and knowledge sharing—anchored in a long-standing presence in complex and fragile environments.

Resources, Environment and Economics Center for Studies, Inc. (REECS) supports under lots 1.1 and 2.1. Based in the Philippines, REECS is a local consulting firm with over 30 years of experience in environmental and natural resource research. Its expertise spans economics, forestry, agriculture, and marine and coastal resource management, with a focus on integrating sustainability into national and subnational planning.

REECS provides technical support to strengthen climate resilience among vulnerable groups and improve water governance in low-capacity settings. It engages in applied research to inform policy reform, drawing on participatory approaches and stakeholder engagement. In one area of work, REECS is helping identify the multidimensional vulnerabilities of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the face of climate change, supporting inclusive policy dialogue and institutional adaptation. In another, it addresses water-related challenges such as scarcity, quality, and governance—particularly in high-poverty municipalities in Mindanao—by supporting the development of policy recommendations and resilience-focused investment strategies.

REECS contributes to inclusive, evidence-based approaches that enhance institutional capacity and support country-led climate priorities under the GCF Readiness programme.

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is an organization supporting under lots 1.2, 1.3, and 2.2. RMI works across the Global South with staff operating in 60+ countries. It brings deep expertise in policy and regulatory reform, private sector engagement, and knowledge management and learning, as well as in climate investment design and implementation.

RMI promotes the clean energy transition in sectors such as electricity and battery storage, transportation, buildings, industry, and carbon dioxide removal. It also holds capabilities in national and sub-national strategies and roadmaps, workforce development and capacity building, advisory services, technical analyses, accessing climate finance, financial transaction structuring, knowledge platforms, and project preparation/development and de-risking of bankable clean energy projects. RMI’s readiness work emphasizes institutional capacity building, climate finance, and just, inclusive and resilient transitions.

RMI offers over 40 years of expertise in collaborating with stakeholders, emphasizing climate finance and institutional strengthening while integrating equity, just transition, and resilience into every project. RMI’s work is built on a robust evidence-based, analytical and strategic approach. It is an active on-the-ground implementer in the clean energy transition space in multiple regions worldwide, with a strong understanding of local realities, challenges, and market dynamics.

Servicios de Ingeniería Deuman SpA, supporting under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, is a consultancy firm with over 30 years of experience in climate change, climate finance, and sustainability. With operations spanning more than 22 countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond, Deuman provides tailored support to public and private institutions to strengthen institutional capacity, improve access to climate finance, and design effective mitigation and adaptation strategies.

Its areas of expertise include the development of financial strategies and investment plans, designing of concept notes and national roadmaps, and the creation of innovative financial products for renewable energy and energy efficiency. Deuman also creates regulatory frameworks and integrates adaptation and mitigation approaches into projects across key sectors such as agriculture, energy, mining, and water. Through targeted capacity building and a strong emphasis on private sector engagement, Deuman contributes to effective project implementation, enhanced resource mobilization, and the achievement of country-driven Readiness outcomes aligned with GCF priorities.

Société d’Expertise Comptable DIARRA (SEC DIARRA) supports the GCF Readiness Programme under lots 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 through a consortium with Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA). The partnership combines SEC DIARRA’s long-standing expertise in fiduciary risk management and financial oversight with SSA’s end-to-end capabilities in climate finance strategy, project development, and implementation support.

SEC DIARRA is one of Africa’s oldest audit and advisory firms, with a footprint across the continent and in France. It brings decades of experience in financial governance, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with public institutions and development partners. SSA complements this with deep experience supporting NDAs, DAEs, and national institutions in over 30 countries—particularly in LDCs and fragile contexts—linking climate science, public policy, and investment planning to strengthen systems and unlock finance.

Together, the consortium offers targeted support across the Readiness programme, including policy and regulatory development, pipeline design, private sector engagement, and peer learning. Their approach focuses on translating policy into practical tools and institutional processes that are context-specific, inclusive, and sustainable.

Systemiq supports under lot 2.2. Systemiq is an advisory and investment firm that works to drive systems change aligned with the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals. The firm supports country-led programmes by helping governments develop investment strategies, identify and structure bankable opportunities, and create enabling environments for private capital mobilization.

Systemiq brings expertise in blended finance and innovative financial instruments, supporting the design of investment vehicles that align with national climate priorities. Its sectoral experience spans energy, materials, nature, land use, and finance. With a strong focus on facilitating access to climate finance, Systemiq applies rigorous climate impact methodologies to support countries in achieving long-term, systemic change.

Tonkin & Taylor International (T+TI) supports countries under lot 2.1, with a focus on designing climate investments that strengthen resilience in vulnerable contexts. Based in the Asia-Pacific region, T+TI has delivery experience across 18 Pacific Island nations, 10 Asian countries, Africa, and the Caribbean.

They provide technical assessments—including vulnerability and risk assessments, loss and damage analysis, and the development of adaptation and mitigation strategies—as well as support for nature-based solutions, circular economy approaches, and early warning systems. T+TI also supports inclusive planning, gender mainstreaming, and social impact assessments to ensure project designs are equitable and responsive to national priorities.

Their services include project pipeline development, climate finance access, training and guideline development, and monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge sharing. T+TI works in collaboration with governments, donors, and communities to support the development of sustainable climate investment programmes.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) supports under lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3. As a specialized UN agency with a global mandate in education, science, culture, and communication, UNESCO brings wide-reaching experience in promoting sustainable development, reducing vulnerabilities, and advancing climate action through education, science, and community engagement.

With a presence in over 50 countries through regional and field offices—including in fragile and conflict-affected contexts—UNESCO supports governments and communities in aligning with the Paris Agreement, the 2030 Agenda, and the Sendai Framework. Its programs span inclusive education, climate science, biodiversity, water management, cultural heritage protection, and the promotion of social inclusion, youth engagement, and ethical standards in science and technology.

UNESCO contributes to GCF’s eight result areas by helping countries implement climate education, scientific programmes, and culturally grounded approaches to resilience. With strong technical expertise and deep national engagement, including through its global network of National Commissions, UNESCO is well positioned to support context-specific, participatory, and sustainable readiness outcomes.

University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services (UNES) Ltd supports lots 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, and 2.3 under the Readiness Programme.

UNES brings decades of multidisciplinary expertise and a strong delivery framework grounded in the academic and technical strengths of the University of Nairobi. Drawing on over 1,500 experts, UNES anchors its support in two leading institutions: the Institute for Climate Change and Adaptation (ICCA) and the Wangari Maathai Institute for Peace and Environmental Studies (WMI), while also leveraging capabilities from other university centers and departments.

This enables delivery of integrated support across climate adaptation and mitigation, vulnerability and resilience, environmental governance, and knowledge management. Its approach combines integrated systems thinking, stakeholder engagement, and cross-sectoral expertise to deliver readiness and capacity-building support aligned with GCF objectives.

With ISO 9001:2015-certified quality systems, sound financial management, and deeply ingrained culture of stakeholder engagement, knowledge transfer, and innovation, UNES is well positioned to deliver impactful, scalable, and sustainable outcomes aligned with GCF readiness objectives.

Winrock International, together with partner Climate Law and Policy (CLP), supports countries under lots 1.1, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, providing tailored readiness support to strengthen climate governance, build institutional capacity, and mobilize public and private finance. Their work spans Africa, Asia, and Latin America, with a focus on delivering responsive, country-driven solutions.

Winrock works directly with NDAs and DAEs to integrate climate priorities into national development planning, develop project pipelines, and scale investment-ready climate solutions. Their expertise covers sustainable land use, clean energy, food and water systems, and carbon markets, including the development of internationally recognized monitoring and reporting standards. They also support investment planning, blended finance design, and private sector engagement through networks of financial institutions, investors, and corporates.

CLP complements this by supporting countries and entities to design and operationalize safeguards systems aligned with GCF requirements. They facilitate inclusive, participatory engagement with Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and civil society.

Together, Winrock and CLP help countries lay the institutional foundations for long-term, equitable climate action—offering readiness support that is technically grounded, socially inclusive, and catalytic in unlocking access to climate finance.

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that fosters international cooperation in meteorological, climatological, hydrological, and related environmental services. It plays a vital role in advancing the application of these sciences across key areas such as agriculture, energy, disaster preparedness, public health, and water resource management.

WMO supports through technical assistance, capacity development, analytics, and operationalization of innovation to drive sustainable development and climate action. This includes direct implementation of targeted projects, provision of technical assistance to governments and partners, and augmentation of WMO global programmes to meet country needs.

Collaboration with the GCF strengthens the ability of stakeholders to access, synthesize, and apply climate science information into climate action plans, including NAPs and NDCs. WMO’s support includes ensuring a strong climate rationale, building capacity to generate, interpret and apply climate information into sectoral planning and investment proposals, providing technical backstopping and advisory services during project execution, and facilitating peer-to-peer exchanges and capacity building between the National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) of its Member States.