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Themes & result areas
Themes
Our work aims to support paradigm shifts in both climate mitigation and climate adaptation efforts. GCF aims for a 50:50 balance between mitigation and adaptation investments over time...
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Financing
Financing
A defining feature of GCF in the world of climate finance is its unique ability to tap both public and private finance flows, seeking to engage across sectors to unlock high impact and paradigm shifting...
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Entity accreditation
Overview of accreditation
In deploying its resources, the Green Climate Fund will work through a wide range of institutions to finance projects and programmes. To access funding, these institutions will go through a...
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Country and entity engagement
Overview
Among others, GCF works with developing countries and Accredited Entities to deliver impactful climate solutions to those that need it most. Apart from funding projects and programmes, we provide a wide...
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Resources
Resources
The following forms need to be completed and submitted to the GCF Secretariat in relation to accreditation to GCF. Other forms related to accreditation are available in the Digital Accreditation Platform.
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Financial products
This page enumerates the different financial products offered by GCF, including:
loans
grants
equities
guarantees
results-based payments
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Pilot Programmes
Overview
There are many gaps in the current climate finance landscape, and some areas that have large potential are not adequately financed through current channels. GCF seeks to target these areas to help fill the...
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Project safeguards
Overview
GCF ensures that the climate finance it allocates does not harm local communities or ecosystems. GCF standards include equitably managing environmental and social risks in relation to its activities, as well...
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Environmental and social safeguards
Environmental and social safeguards
In carrying out its mandate of promoting a paradigm shift towards low-emission and climate-resilient development pathways in the context of sustainable development, GCF will...
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Gender
Overview
The impacts of climate change affect women and men differently. Women are the hardest hit by dramatic shifts in climatic conditions. Women’s mortality from climate-related disasters is higher than that of men...
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Resources
Resources for the SAP
Dedicated templates and examples annexes for Concept Notes and full Funding Proposals have been developed for the SAP. These examples provide guidelines and may be used as a reference for...
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REDD+
Overview
REDD+ refers to a process moderated by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) which supports countries' efforts to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, and...
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Resources
Templates
Accredited Entities are invited to submit concept notes and funding proposals in close consultation with the relevant GCF National Designated Authority and REDD+ entity/focal point using the provided...
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Mobilising Funds at Scale
Overview
The Green Climate Fund offered USD 500 million to unlock private sector finance in developing countries. Bold investment ideas poured in from all comers of the globe, to crowd in capital for low-emission and...
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Country commitments and ambitions
Country commitments and ambitions
Country ownership and a country-driven approach are core principles of GCF. One of our operational priorities is to ensure that the we are responsive to the needs and priorities of...
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Project Preparation Facility
Overview of the Project Preparation Facility
Note to the public
Beware of scam emails or messages purporting to be from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) or any of its representatives that come with grant, funds,...
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Timeline
Timeline
GCF was established under the Cancún Agreements in 2010 as a dedicated financing vehicle for developing countries within the global climate architecture, serving the Financial Mechanism of the UNFCCC and the...
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Korea Global Adaptation Week
GCF joined the UNFCCC in the Korea Global Adaptation Week to build momentum in supporting countries' efforts in improving access to adaptation finance. This week-long adaptation conference from 8-12 April 2019 was...
Event > Events organised / involving GCF Republic of Korea (the) 
Process for Project Preparation Facility support
Process for PPF support
Entities accredited to the GCF are eligible to apply for PPF support. Accredited Entities submit a project/programme Concept Note either prior to, or together with, a PPF application. However,...
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EBRD and Green Climate Fund join forces to support major renewable energy project in Egypt
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) are teaming up to make a major contribution to a USD$ 1 billion renewable energy project in Egypt.
The funding supports the...
Article > Press release Egypt 
Ulaanbaatar: Live Better, Breathe Easier
Walking into the house of Otgonkhuu on a particularly windy winter afternoon, you immediately feel the comfort of home. It’s warm and cozy. A pot of tea is boiling. Diplomas, trophies, family photos, and assorted...
Article > Story Mongolia 
Glemarec highlights role of GCF in boosting adaptation action at Korea Global Adaptation Week
New Executive Director Yannick Glemarec has committed the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to reinforcing its support for adaptation in developing countries at the opening of a major conference in Songdo, home of GCF.
"Our...
Article > Press release 
GCF funded India solar rooftop programme kicks off
A first disbursement of USD 50 million marks the start of the implementation of the GCF solar rooftop programme in India. The trustee of the Green Climate Fund transferred the funds for the first GCF private sector...
Article > Press release India 
Armenia national country programme consultation with GCF marks step towards stronger climate action
Armenia conducts its first national consultation on its country programme for engagement with the Green Climate Fund (GCF) this week. Chaired by the Minister of Nature Protection, Erik Grigoryan, the consultation in the...
Article > Press release Armenia 
GCF first replenishment meeting reinforces the role of the Fund to drive climate action
Hosted by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting brought together 27 potential contributors and 9 Board members to discuss key issues on the Green Climate Fund (GCF) replenishment in the context of...
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