The Climate Technology Centre and Network (UN CTCN) has officially launched a Call for Proposals under the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA), inviting organizations across the Asia Pacific region to submit innovative climate adaptation solutions.
This opportunity aims to identify and support transformative, locally led climate adaptation initiatives that help vulnerable communities build resilience against the growing impacts of climate change. Through the AFCIA programme, selected projects will receive up to USD 150,000 in technical assistance support to pilot and strengthen innovative climate adaptation solutions.
Unlike traditional funding programmes that provide direct financial grants, AFCIA delivers comprehensive technical assistance, institutional capacity strengthening, specialized expertise, and knowledge-sharing opportunities to help organizations successfully implement climate adaptation innovations.
Application Deadline: 7 October 2026
About the Climate Adaptation Innovation in Asia Pacific Call for Proposals
Climate change continues to affect millions of people across Asia and the Pacific through rising temperatures, floods, droughts, storms, sea-level rise, and other environmental challenges. Addressing these issues requires innovative, scalable, and locally driven adaptation solutions.
To support these efforts, the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN)—the implementation arm of the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism—has launched this regional call through the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA).
The programme seeks innovative organizations capable of developing practical climate adaptation technologies, services, systems, and approaches that can improve resilience and create long-term sustainable impact.
Objective of the AFCIA Programme
The Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator seeks to:
- Support innovative climate adaptation projects.
- Promote locally led adaptation solutions.
- Strengthen institutional capacities.
- Enhance knowledge sharing across the region.
- Connect organizations with international technical expertise.
- Accelerate climate innovation.
- Pilot transformative adaptation technologies and practices.
- Improve climate resilience across vulnerable communities.
What Support Will Selected Projects Receive?
Successful applicants will receive technical assistance support worth up to USD 150,000 for piloting innovative climate adaptation projects.
Rather than providing cash grants directly to applicants, UN CTCN delivers tailored technical assistance designed to maximize project success.
Support may include:
- Technical expertise from climate specialists.
- Institutional capacity development.
- Knowledge exchange opportunities.
- Access to specialized climate adaptation resources.
- Support in piloting innovative technologies.
- Connections with international experts and networks.
- Strengthened implementation strategies.
- Guidance throughout project development.
Number of Projects to Be Selected
The programme will select:
- Up to 10 climate adaptation projects across the Asia Pacific region.
Projects demonstrating exceptional innovation, sustainability, scalability, and long-term impact will receive priority during the evaluation process.
Priority Areas
The programme is particularly interested in projects that demonstrate:
- Innovative climate adaptation approaches.
- Transformative solutions.
- Community-driven implementation.
- Local ownership.
- Sustainability.
- Long-term resilience.
- Practical climate technologies.
- Replicable models.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to organizations located in developing countries that have officially nominated a National Designated Entity (NDE) under the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism.
Eligible organizations include:
- Government institutions
- Universities
- Research institutions
- Research centres
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Private sector companies
- Civil society organizations
- Innovation hubs
- Other eligible organizations involved in climate adaptation
Special Encouragement for Certain Countries
Although all eligible countries in the Asia Pacific region may apply, the programme particularly encourages applications from:
- Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
- Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
These countries often face some of the greatest climate risks and therefore receive special encouragement to participate.
Selection Priorities
Applications will be assessed based on several factors, including:
- Level of innovation
- Sustainability of the proposed solution
- Potential climate adaptation impact
- Institutional capacity
- Feasibility of implementation
- Alignment with programme objectives
- Overall project quality
Applicants are advised to carefully review the official Application Instructions, Guiding Questions, and Selection Criteria before submitting their proposals.
Why This Opportunity Matters
Climate adaptation is becoming increasingly urgent as communities across Asia and the Pacific experience more frequent and severe climate-related disasters.
The AFCIA programme helps bridge the gap between innovative ideas and real-world implementation by providing organizations with the technical support needed to test, improve, and scale promising adaptation solutions.
Instead of simply financing projects, the programme focuses on building long-term institutional capacity, encouraging collaboration, and ensuring that climate innovations can deliver lasting benefits to vulnerable communities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
- Carefully review the official Application Instructions.
- Read the Guiding Questions and Selection Criteria before preparing the proposal.
- Complete the application according to the programme requirements.
- Submit the proposal before the deadline.
Learn more and Apply Here
Important Dates
| Activity |
Date |
| Call Opens |
7 July 2026 |
| Application Deadline |
7 October 2026 |
Why You Should Apply
The Climate Adaptation Innovation in Asia Pacific Call for Proposals provides organizations with a valuable opportunity to access world-class technical support for climate adaptation initiatives.
By participating, organizations can strengthen their climate solutions, collaborate with international experts, improve institutional capacity, and contribute to building resilient communities across one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions.
If your organization is developing innovative approaches to climate adaptation, this programme offers the expertise and support needed to transform ideas into impactful solutions.
Remember to submit your proposal before 7 October 2026.
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