Introduction to Accreditation with the Adaptation Fund
The Adaptation Fund plays a critical role in supporting climate adaptation projects around the world. To access funding, countries must go through an accredited institution. There are three categories of accredited entities: National Implementing Entities (NIEs), Regional Implementing Entities (RIEs), and Multilateral Implementing Entities (MIEs). Only institutions that have completed the accreditation process can receive financial assistance for their adaptation projects.
Benefits of Direct Access for NIEs
NIEs benefit significantly under the Adaptation Fund’s direct access modality. This approach empowers entities to directly manage all aspects of climate adaptation and resilience initiatives. From design and implementation to the critical stages of monitoring and evaluation, this method enhances the capacity of developing countries to address climate change while utilizing local expertise.
The Proposal Submission Process
Once accredited, entities are eligible to submit project proposals that align with their national priorities. The Adaptation Fund Board reviews all submissions based on specific criteria outlined in their operational policies and guidelines. Importantly, the proposal submission process has transitioned to a rolling basis, allowing applicants to submit projects at any time. For further guidance and inquiries regarding funding opportunities, reach out to the designated email contacts provided on the Adaptation Fund’s official website. https://www.adaptation-fund.org/apply-funding/
For questions on regular projects and programme please email sdobardzic@adaptation-fund.org and nmauricegeorge@adaptation-fund.org. For questions on locally-led adaptation and innovation please email nmauricegeorge@adaptation-fund.org , agomes3@adaptation-fund.org and nuozawa@adaptation-fund.org . For questions on learning grants please email cdengel@adaptation-fund.org. For questions on project scale-up grants please email fmadziwa@adaptation-fund.org. Submission of LOEs and DA Nominations should be emailed to submissions@adaptation-fund.org , afbsec@adaptation-fund.org and shansmoevi@adaptation-fund.org .