IEU publications
To serve the needs of our stakeholders, the IEU issues a variety of publications related to our work, including in the context of evaluations and learning. Keep up with the IEU’s latest publications here.
Evaluations
Final Report of the Independent Evaluation of the Green Climate Fund's Approach to and Protection of Whistleblowers and Witnesses (PPWW2024)
This final evaluation report presents the findings and recommendations of an independent evaluation of the GCF’s approach to and protection of whistleblowers and witnesses undertaken by the Independent Evaluation Unit (IEU). The IEU conducted this evaluation as part of its 2024 Work Plan, which was approved by the Board at its thirty-seventh meeting (B.37) in October 2023 (Decision B.37/09 Annex VI). As per the 2023 IEU workplan, the evaluation aimed to provide valuable insights into the Policy’s implementation, functioning and impact.
Final Report of the Independent Evaluation of the Relevance and Effectiveness of GCF’s Investments in the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) States (LAC2024)
This report presents the findings and recommendations of an independent evaluation of the relevance and effectiveness of GCF’s investments in the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) States undertaken by the IEU. The IEU conducted this evaluation as part of its 2024 Work Plan, which was approved by the Board at its thirtyseventh meeting (B.37) in October 2023 (Decision B.37/09 Annex VI).
Special Study on REDD+ Results-Based Payment Projects in the Latin America and Caribbean Region
The Special Study on REDD+ Results-Based Payment Projects in the Latin America and Caribbean Region report was prepared to assess the relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency of GCF’s investments in REDD+ projects in the region. This study focuses on common findings and lessons across relevant projects and aims to inform the redesign and future development of the REDD+ Results-Based Payment (RBP) program within the Green Climate Fund.
Final Report of the Independent Evaluation of the GCF’s Approach to Indigenous Peoples (IP2024)
As part of the work plan and budget of the Independent Evaluation Unit (IEU) for 2023, the GCF Board approved the Independent Evaluation of the GCF Investment Framework. The purpose of this evaluation is to assess the relevance and effectiveness of the GCF Investment Framework in fulfilling the GCF’s mandate and strategic goals. It was undertaken in 2023-2024, and the final report was launched in February 2024.
Final Report of the Independent Evaluation of the GCF’s Result Area “Health and Wellbeing, and Food and Water Security” (HWFW)
This approach paper lays the groundwork for the Independent Evaluation of the GCF's investments in the 'Health and Well-being, and Food and Water Security' result area. It outlines the evaluation's objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes, emphasizing its role in enhancing strategic decision-making and project effectiveness within the Green Climate Fund’s framework.
Impact Evaluations
LORTA Portfolio Update
This 2-page brief provides a quick overview of the Learning-Oriented Real-Time Impact Assessment (LORTA) programme portfolio as of June 2023 and captures several learnings that have emerged since the LORTA programme began implementation in 2018. LORTA aims to strengthen the capacity of GCF accredited entities, implementing partners and project staff in assessing the impact of their intervention.
Midline Impact Evaluation Report for FP026: Sustainable Landscapes for Eastern Madagascar
The Sustainable Landscapes for Eastern Madagascar (SLEM) project (FP026) aims to increase the resilience of smallholder farmers and reduce carbon emissions through climate-smart agriculture and sustainable forest management in two corridors covering 660,000 hectares over 15 districts. This midline impact evaluation gauges the project's progress towards its longer-term objectives.
LORTA Brief: Midline Impact Evaluation Report for FP026 “Sustainable Landscapes for Eastern Madagascar”
This brief presents synthesized findings from the impact evaluation midline report for FP026 "Sustainable Landscapes in Eastern Madagascar," conducted by the IEU in 2024.
Impact Evaluation Report for FP069: Enhancing Adaptive Capacities in Bangladesh
This report examines the impact of the livelihood support component of GCF’s FP069 on women’s lives in Khulna and Satkhira, Bangladesh. It identifies the project's effects on household well-being, resilience to climate shocks, and women’s empowerment.
Impact Evaluation Report for FP073: Strengthening climate resilience of rural communities in Northern Rwanda
This report examines the midline impact of the GCF project FP073, the Green Gicumbi Project, on rural communities in Northern Rwanda. It highlights the project's progress in restoring ecosystem services, enhancing resource management capacity, and promoting climate-resilient agriculture.
Impact evaluation baseline report for FP034: Building resilient communities, wetlands ecosystems and associated catchments in Uganda
This baseline report evaluates FP034, a wetland restoration and community resilience project in Uganda, implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Learning and Synthesis
Evidence review on market-based approaches to mitigation and adaptation
This evidence review highlights commonalities across four selected market-based approaches to inform learning within the GCF and the broader climate finance landscape. It aggregates findings from studies included within existing systematic reviews, synthesizing them using qualitative methods. The review examines the effectiveness of these approaches in achieving desired outcomes in developing countries and identifies factors influencing their efficiency. By addressing these aspects, the findings aim to enhance the origination and programming of return-generating projects in the GCF and climate finance fields.
Operations and Activities
Annual Report 2024
This document contains the Independent Evaluation Unit's Annual Report for 2024.