The IKI-supported SPARK project collected case studies to support local governments, practitioners and CSOs in replicating, adapting and scaling up successful interventions that promote active mobility & more equitable urban environments.
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Protecting climate & biodiversity – without unintended side effects. How exactly can we prevent projects from causing unwanted social or ecological impacts?
Read the interview with Andrea Kämpf from our Independent Complaint Mechanism ⬇️
www.international-climate-initiative.com/NEWS3518-1
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An IKI project empowered Mongolian herders – especially women – on sustainable livestock & climate adaptation. They are adapting their practices to better cope with climate change challenges & to secure their income base. Read more⬇️
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🙏 A total of 501 project outlines were submitted for the IKI Large Grants ideas competition. The deadline for submitting project outlines was 17 February 2026. Thank you for all your submissions, which are now being reviewed.
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Beyond Compliance: In our latest interview, Mac Darrow from #OHCHR explains why E&S safeguards are essential for effective climate action — and what makes the IKI safeguards system stand out internationally. Read the full article ➡️ buff.ly/yxapUxf
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📢 Calling for young dreamers, innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea for the planet!
Are you ready to be the next Young Champions of the Earth?
Registration is open. Apply before 31 March:
https://www.unep.org/youngchampions/apply/timeline
As the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process gains momentum globally, this analysis, produced by the #IKI SCALA programme, looks at all NAPs from developing countries to take stock of adaptation priorities & needs in agrifood systems.
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In our latest newsletter edition, we present projects that are supporting demonstration systems, training skilled professionals and using carbon market mechanisms to anchor sustainable cooling solutions in the market for the long term. ➡️ buff.ly/ZsEnv3I
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Discover how carbon credits are advancing climate-friendly cooling: Through the Cooling Programme for Southern Africa, the IKI is supporting Botswana, Eswatini, Namibia & South Africa in establishing "green" air-conditioning systems ➡️ buff.ly/asthUUG
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Want to promote active mobility? Maybe this handbook will help you.
The IKI SPARK project has published this handbook, which provides compact, ready-to-use methods for implementing low-cost, temporary and scalable interventions.
Find it here ⬇️
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🌍 Climate change is putting coastal wetlands, biodiversity and livelihoods at risk. This new methodological guidelines from the #IKI CREAF project help site managers & researchers build long‑term monitoring & modelling systems for tidal wetlands along the East Atlantic Flyway.
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This #IKI funded study assesses the socio-economic potentials of South Africa becoming a global hub for green maritime fuels.
Read now how net-zero shipping could boost South Africa. 👉 buff.ly/YWz0pan
Towards climate-friendly cooling Through the Green Cooling Initiative, the #IKI has driven the transformation of a sector responsible for up to ten percent of global greenhouse gas emissions from 2012 to 2025. Discover the details ➡️ buff.ly/uLSzQgx
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Demand for cooling is growing, but conventional air conditioning & refrigeration rely on energy-intensive technology & climate-damaging refrigerants. The IKI-funded Cool Up programme shows a different way.
Read about two demonstration projects in Jordan ⬇️
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This #IKI funded guide explains how to model the allocation of Power-to-X for long-term energy planning. It shows how modelling can identify the most cost-effective applications of green hydrogen.
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Our next IKI Brown Bag Lunch on "End-of-Life Management in the Cooling Sector" will take place on 19 Feb from 13:00-14:00 (CET). Speakers will present highlights from COPA's work on policy, technology, financing & implementation during the IKI project & beyond.
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Reefers are essential for transporting temperature-sensitive goods, yet many still rely on HFCs, some of the most potent greenhouse gases in use. This is where #IKI´s Greener Reefers project comes in by tackling a key barrier to change: the skills gap ➡️ buff.ly/prPyBKy
By the deadline for the IKI Medium Grants 2025 ideas competition, 296 outlines were submitted from 211 organisations in 84 countries. Thank you to all who submitted!
The outlines are now being evaluated, more details on next steps 👇
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Today is #WorldWetlandsDay2026 🌎
Germany is committed to the conservation, restoration and sustainable management of wetlands. The @umweltministerium.de is currently funding 36 wetland-related projects under the IKI.
Read more about it ⬇️
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Can we feed a growing population without exhausting our land, soil and water resources?
Take an interactive look at two possible futures: https://www.fao.org/interactive/2025/how-to-sustainable-agriculture/en/
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🌊🤝 Universities in the Lesser Sunda Seascape want to deepen cooperation, supported by an IKI project. A science hub will improve collaboration, knowledge sharing and policy-relevant science to protect the Coral Triangle's biodiversity and support coastal livelihoods. @giz.de
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Check out how short-term street pilots can lead to measurable increases in walking and cycling, improved conditions for public transport users, and reduced transport-related emissions—while building strong community ownership along the way. #IKI
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This #IKI supported study examines Power-to-X technologies and their potential for decarbonising the value chain of cut flowers through green ammonia, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, e-methanol, and ammonia-based refrigeration.
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Working together: German and Chinese experts exchanged views on climate and biodiversity, supported by an IKI project. Their new report calls for swift, holistic, decisive action – and showcases nature‑based solutions. @giz.de
Dive into the report ⬇️
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From climate finance and just transition initiatives, to decarbonising transport and power grids, to protecting peatlands and vulnerable ecosystems in World Heritage Sites, discover IKI's latest projects ⬇️
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How effective is community-led marine governance? This #IKI supported assessment examines governance gaps and opportunities in the Shimoni–Vanga seascape in #Kenya.
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Thank you for all your submissions!
The 7th IKI Small Grants Call closed last week – we received a record 2,418 applications. We are now reviewing the applications and will invite eligible applicants to submit project proposals.
More about the call ⬇️
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With support from the IKI, the Nitric Acid Climate Action Group is helping a major Georgian chemical manufacturer reduce emissions from its industrial plant.
Read about the technology that cuts emissions equivalent to more than 2 million flights from Tbilisi to Berlin ⬇️
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This #IKI funded assessment evaluates governance effectiveness, equity and participation within the Boma–Mahandakini Collaborative Fisheries Management Area in Tanga Region, Tanzania.
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Call for Experts: External Review Services Required! We are currently inviting consulting companies to apply as external reviewers for the assessment of project outlines under the IKI Large Grants 2025.
Application deadline: 27 January 2026
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