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Impact & Learning

How We Measure Success & Share Knowledge

MEASUREMENT & EVALUATION

What We Measure

Our MEL framework tracks outcomes across four interconnected dimensions

Risk Reduction

Fewer disruptions, lower losses, measurable climate resilience improvements

Improved Decision-Making

Faster, more climate-informed decisions by city leaders and planners

Community Agency

Enhanced inclusion, particularly for women, youth, and vulnerable groups

Regenerative Outcomes

Ecological health, public-space quality, and social cohesion gains

Data & Transparency

We believe in radical transparency and shared learning

Case Studies

Detailed documentation of funded projects with lessons learned and replicable models

Open Data

Shared data and methodologies where safe and appropriate for global learning

Public Dashboards

Real-time tracking of program metrics, impact indicators, and portfolio performance

Annual Impact Reports

Every year, we publish comprehensive reports on program outcomes

What's Included:

  • •Aggregate impact metrics across all funded projects
  • •Portfolio analysis by grant track and geography
  • •Case studies from high-performing grantees
  • •Lessons learned and program improvements
  • •Financial transparency and administrative efficiency
  • •Forward-looking strategy and pipeline

LIVING CITY INITIATIVES

Indicators for Living City Initiatives

Additional metrics for our long-term strategic partners

  • •Standards or methodologies adopted by additional vendors/cities
  • •Verified regenerative performance results (ecology, public health, equity)
  • •Capital mobilized through investment-readiness
  • •Reference projects replicated or scaled in new cities
  • •Integration of MEL data into certification and bond frameworks

Join the Learning Community

Grantees become part of a global network of climate-intelligent city practitioners. We facilitate peer learning, technical support, and knowledge exchange throughout the grant period and beyond.

Quarterly Cohort Calls

Share challenges and solutions with peers

Technical Workshops

Deep-dive sessions on MEL, climate tools, and methods

Annual Convening

In-person gathering for the full cohort