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NDC Partnership Launches the Climate Investment Planning and Mobilization Framework

On May 7, 2025, the NDC Partnership introduced an innovative online tool called the Climate Investment Planning and Mobilization Framework (CIPMF). This tool aims to assist countries in navigating the intricate landscape of climate finance, helping them uncover and utilize financial resources necessary for their climate initiatives. With insights from 115 countries and collaboration with both public and private institutions, the CIPMF seeks to enable nations to convert their climate commitments into actionable investment plans.

As countries draft their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) this year, there is a pressing need to expedite the transition from planning to action. However, many nations face significant barriers in securing climate finance, especially in light of evolving financial conditions. The newly launched framework is designed to bridge this gap by providing clear, strategic investment outlines that facilitate dialogue with potential financiers and investors.

Addressing the Complexity of Climate Finance

According to Pablo Vieira, Global Director of the NDC Partnership, the current climate finance environment is marked by complexity and fragmentation. This hinders countries' abilities to access and effectively deploy available funding. To effectively transform climate targets into feasible and fundable projects, nations require a comprehensive understanding of their current knowledge and capacity levels related to climate finance. The CIPMF encourages a collaborative approach, bringing together various governmental entities—including finance ministries, national development banks, and private sector stakeholders—to enhance the volume, quality, and impact of available financing.

A significant challenge is illustrated by the ongoing requests from countries for financial assistance from the NDC Partnership. This coalition comprises over 240 countries and institutions, with climate finance being the most sought-after support, particularly from developing nations.

The Role of the Climate Investment Planning and Mobilization Framework

Launched during COP28 in Dubai in 2023, the CIPMF was developed in response to the urgent demand for financial support from countries. The tool acts as a reference point, guiding nations through the complicated paths of climate investment and aligning them with resources to achieve their climate ambitions.

The CIPMF is unique in its approach, offering flexible entry points tailored to countries at diverse stages of their climate finance planning processes. It enables nations to:

• - Identify their climate finance requirements and existing gaps.
• - Develop tailored finance strategies and project proposals.
• - Connect with a variety of support providers and financial opportunities.

By incorporating evidence-based decision-making reflective of each country's specific needs, the CIPMF includes supplementary resources targeted at critical thematic priorities.

Supporting Global Climate Action

The NDC Partnership stands as a global coalition committed to uniting over 240 members—including more than 130 nations—to promote transformational climate action that adheres to the objectives of the Paris Agreement and fosters sustainable development.

As nations confront the serious challenges posed by climate change, initiatives like the CIPMF are crucial in mobilizing the necessary finances to not only meet climate goals but also promote economic growth and resilience across different regions.

For more information and to access the tool, please visit the NDC Partnership's official website, where detailed guidance on engaging with the CIPMF is available.