Guidebook on how to access climate finance for member states of the association of Southeast Asian Nations

Year Published

2023

Contributing Organizations

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate Finance Ecosystem

Topic 2

Technical Assistance & Project Preparation

Target Audience

Governments & Policymakers

Project Developers

Private Equity

MDBs/DFIs

Financial Services Providers

Relevant Geography

Asia & the Pacific

Resource Description

This resource provides a step-by-step guide for designing National Financing Vehicles (NFVs) to mobilize climate finance in ASEAN countries. It supports alignment of public and private capital with national climate goals.

Why This Matters

ASEAN countries need scalable financing solutions. NFVs can help unlock investment aligned with national climate priorities.

Key Insights

Defines NFVs as country-led platforms to finance climate mitigation and adaptation
Outlines five development steps: mandate, structure, funding, pipeline, and monitoring
Emphasizes integration with national strategies like NDCs and LTS
Identifies key barriers—limited capital, policy gaps, and capacity—and proposes solutions
Stresses partnerships, blended finance, and technical assistance to scale impact

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