Methodology to Determine the Paris Agreement Alignment of EBRD Investment

Year Published

2024

Contributing Organizations

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

Type of Resource

Framework

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Accountability

Topic 2

Climate & Transition Finance

Topic 3

Templates & Checklists

Target Audience

MDBs/DFIs

Project Developers

Relevant Geography

Europe

Central Asia

Africa

Resource Description

This framework outlines the EBRD’s methodology for assessing whether investments or technical cooperation activities align with the Paris Agreement’s mitigation and adaptation goals. It applies to direct investments, indirect financing via partner financial intermediaries, and other EBRD financing types.

Why This Matters

The methodology ensures that EBRD investments support climate goals and helps scale credible, Paris-aligned finance.

Key Insights

Uses six building blocks to screen projects for alignment with low-carbon and climate-resilient pathways
Applies both mitigation and adaptation lenses to project evaluation
Emphasizes country context, transition planning, and client engagement
Aligns with joint MDB Paris alignment principles and supports continuous learning

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