URBAN CLIMATE FINANCE 2024

The Ceremony of the 1st Edition of the Finance Your Cities Innovation Awards will take place in November during an international high-level event at the World Urban Forum 12 in Cairo, Egypt. More details to come.

Applications can be submitted until the 30th of August, 2024, at 23:59 EST. 
If you cannot meet the submission deadline, we are unable to accommodate extension requests for submissions beyond the specified deadline. To ensure your application or nomination is considered, we highly advise initiating the process early.

Yes. You can write your application in a different language, however be aware that we may use translation softwares which may undermine the quality of the information.

Yes. You can submit an offline application by downloading the offline version, completing all sections and sending everything by email to the Secretariat of the Finance Your Cities Innovation Awards, namely FMDV. In the case of a postal application, kindly be aware that only applications postmarked on or prior to the application deadline will be taken into consideration, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to cover any postal fees associated with the submission.

Once applicants submit their applications or nominations, they are unable to make any further edits or modifications. It is important to review and finalize all information before the submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Applications which have been submitted will no longer be visible to applicants, but you will receive an email confirming that your application has successfully been submitted. As the confirmation email may go to your spam folder, please check all your folders.

All sectors are encouraged to apply, but applicant organizations must answer the eligibility criteria.
Applicant organizations must belong to one of the 3 categories, and all submissions must be either at the final stage of implementation or implemented in the last three years with evidence-based reporting material.

 The category “Local and Regional Governments” refers to the governing bodies at the local and regional levels, such as city councils, mayors, and regional administrations. They are responsible for making decisions and implementing policies that directly impact urban development within their jurisdictions. They play a crucial role in managing infrastructure, land use, zoning regulations, and public services to shape the growth and well-being of cities and regions.

“Ministries and National Agencies” are government bodies at the national level that are responsible for overseeing and coordinating various sectors of urban development. They formulate policies, develop strategic plans, and provide regulatory frameworks related to areas like housing, transportation, environment, urban planning, and economic development. These entities work closely with local governments and other stakeholders to ensure effective governance and implementation of urban development initiatives.

“Public Development Banks” are financial institutions, often owned or controlled by the government, that provide long-term financing and investment for development projects. They focus on funding initiatives that promote economic growth, infrastructure development, and social welfare. In the context of urban development, public development banks play a vital role in providing loans, grants, and technical assistance to support urban infrastructure projects, affordable housing programs, and sustainable urbanization efforts.

Submissions are exclusively applied to one category.

Firstly, the entries will be reviewed by the Technical Committee, including a round of feedback with the focal points of the submitted projects when necessary. Following this shortlisting, the deliberation will be made by the Jury.
The final nominees will be called back following the announcement so as to prepare an online pitching session with the jury panel members that will occur mid-October, 2024.

All submissions dedicated to the specific issue of adaptation will be considered for the Grand Prix. The recipient of the Grand Prix will not receive an award for the category it had originally entered. It is not possible to apply specifically for the Grand Prix.

The announcement of the finalists will take place individually through an email sent by the Secretariat of the Innovation Awards.