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Digital Climate Finance Toolkit

Published: December 2024

Main topic: Climate change, Climate Finance

Study countrie(s): Low-and middle-income countries

Written by: Benjamin Welle, Kangjie Zé Liu, Yiqian Zhang, Brittany Fauver, Catyana Falsetti, Ziqi Wang

Published by: World Resource Institute

Study type: Online tool

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Our latest research provides an essential guide to unlocking climate finance for low-carbon transport projects. Designed for transport project sponsors, transit operators, and public-sector officials, this toolkit is a one-stop resource for navigating the complex climate finance landscape. Hosted on WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities program’s learning platform, this interactive toolkit provides tools and insights to overcome barriers and implement sustainable transport solutions effectively.

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What’s inside

1. Funding Eligibility Catalogue
A comprehensive, interactive spreadsheet that matches transport projects with climate finance opportunities. Filter by geography, sector, and specific transport requirements to find the most relevant funding sources. The catalog also provides examples of transport projects funded as a reference.

Explore the catalogue

2. Climate Finance for Transport Course
Experience an engaging online learning journey highlighting real-world case studies from Low and Middle-Income Countries. Explore innovative financing strategies through infographics and knowledge checks to deepen your understanding. Part I of the course, featuring case studies on passenger rail and ferry systems, is currently available. Part II is set to launch later this year. Upon completing the two parts, learners can earn a certificate.

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