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How It Works

Application Process & Timeline

STEP BY STEP

Application Journey

1

Eligibility Check & Track Selection

Review criteria and choose the grant track that fits your project stage and scale.

2

Concept Note Submission

Submit a short form outlining your project, partners, and expected impact.

3

Invitation to Full Proposal

Shortlisted applicants receive detailed guidance and invitation to submit full proposals.

4

Review & Due Diligence

Expert review panel evaluates proposals using transparent scoring criteria.

5

Grant Award & Onboarding

Successful applicants receive funding and enter structured implementation support.

EVALUATION

Selection Criteria

All applications are evaluated against these transparent criteria

Relevance & Need

Clear climate/urban challenge with demonstrated local need

Impact & Additionality

Expected resilience gains and benefits to vulnerable groups

Use of Climate Intelligence

Quality and appropriate use of analytics, AI, and evidence

Feasibility & Team Capacity

Realistic work plan, budget, and proven track record

Scalability & Learning

Potential to replicate or inform policy and markets

Partnership Quality

Strength of city, public-sector, and community partners

Review Mechanism

We ensure fairness and rigor through structured evaluation

Expert Review

  • •Technical reviewers with domain expertise
  • •Community and civil society reviewers
  • •Conflict-of-interest protocols

Scoring Rubric

Each proposal is scored across the six selection criteria using a standardized rubric.

Reviewers provide detailed feedback to help applicants understand decisions and improve future submissions.

Typical Timeline

From concept note to grant award

2-4
Weeks to review concept notes
4-6
Weeks to prepare full proposal
6-8
Weeks for due diligence
2-4
Weeks for contracting

Ready to Begin?

Start with a concept note or explore our FAQs for common questions