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The IKI Safeguards System

Learn more about the environmental and social standards of the funding programme The IKI Safeguards System

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Promoting the energy transition

Find out more about the IKI's project work in this prioritised field of action from the funding area of mitigating greenhouse gas emissions ... continue reading Promoting the energy transition

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Strengthening resilience in partner countries

Explore IKI´s funding area on adaptation to the impacts of climate change! [Read more ...] Strengthening resilience in partner countries

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Advancing the mobility transition

Explore IKI´s project work in this strategic field of action. [Read more ...] Advancing the mobility transition

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IKI Projects worldwide

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Since 2008, the IKI has supported over 1000 climate and biodiversity projects in approximately 150 partner countries with a total of almost 7.5 billion euros.

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IKI News

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03/11/2026

Safeguards for Peace and Nature in Colombia

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Andrea Kämpf, Leiterin der Geschäftsstelle des Unabhängigen Beschwerdemechanismus der IKI, spricht auf einer Veranstaltung auf der Bühne in ein Mikrofon.
03/05/2026

“A complaint mechanism thrives on trust”

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03/03/2026

From Pastures to Power: Empowering Herder Women in Mongolia

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02/26/2026

Beyond Compliance

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02/16/2026

How Carbon Credits Are Advancing Climate-Friendly Cooling

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02/16/2026

Electric Cargo Bikes Cut Emissions in Ghana

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02/12/2026

Green Cooling Initiative: Towards Climate-friendly Cooling

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02/09/2026

Cool Up programme demonstrates that sustainable cooling works in real-world conditions

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02/04/2026

Building a Sustainable Future: Why Training on Natural Refrigerants Matters

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Aerial view of water amidst swampy land in Namibia.
02/02/2026

The critical role of wetlands for climate and biodiversity

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Videos

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Online Seminar on the IKI Safeguards 2026

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Cool Women Paving their Way through the Refrigeration Sector
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Cool Up's demonstration projects in Jordan

Project news

  • Graphic poster titled “Ambition – What makes a good NDC?” illustrated with icons and keywords.
    01/30/2026 | Mitigating greenhouse gas emissions

    Shaping New National Climate Commitments in Central America

    NDC 3.0: With support from the IKI, Costa Rica, Belize and El Salvador have significantly advanced their contributions through a participatory and…

  • A technician is working at height on a platform, using a tool to shape a metal piece. In the background, parts of the factory site are visible.
    01/19/2026 | Mitigating greenhouse gas emissions

    Working together for a cleaner industry in Georgia

    With support from the IKI, the Nitric Acid Climate Action Group (NACAG) is helping a major Georgian chemical producer cut greenhouse gas emissions…

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