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The GCF Water Project Design Guidelines provide a structured and programmatic approach to developing climate-resilient water projects. For water security projects for climate resilience, GCF uses innovative financing mechanisms to cover key domains such as water conservation, efficiency and reuse, hydrological observation, early warning and risk assessment, integrated water management and SDG-6, ecosystem-based adaptation, and climate-resilient WASH.
GCF Water Project Design Guidelines Part 1: Practical guidelines for designing water-climate resilient projects
Part 1 of the guidelines provides practical recommendations for developing impactful water sector proposals that align with GCF's investment criteria. It includes structured approaches for project design, climate rationale integration, stakeholder engagement, and financing strategies. Ideal for Direct Access Entities, Accredited Entities, and organisations seeking GCF funding, the guidelines aim to foster climate resilience through innovative water management solutions. These guidelines will facilitate the design of projects that address climate change challenges while delivering sustainable development benefits.
Link to GCF Water Project Design Guidelines Part 1
GCF Water Project Design Guidelines Part 2: Applications of the practical guidelines for designing water-climate resilient projects in IWRM, CR-WASH, and drought and flood management
Part 2 of the guidelines explores practical applications of climate-resilient water project design in Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Climate Resilient WASH (CR-WASH), Drought Management, and Flood Management. This comprehensive guide, developed by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in collaboration with Deltares, provides practical guidelines and actionable insights for designing projects that address climate change impacts, promote sustainability, and enhance resilience. Tailored recommendations for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are included to address their unique challenges.
Link to GCF Water Project Design Guidelines Part 2
GCF Water Project Design Guidelines Part 3: Practical guidelines for designing climate-resilient sanitation projects
Part 3 of the guidelines provides actionable insights into addressing climate risks, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and integrating sanitation systems with broader environmental and socioeconomic goals. It includes step-by-step guidance for proposal development, strategies for adaptation and mitigation, and recommendations for strengthening policy, institutional, regulatory, and financing mechanisms. Designed for organisations seeking GCF funding, this resource is essential for creating sustainable, inclusive, and transformative sanitation solutions.
