E Co. supports governments in fulfilling election manifestos and global climate commitments, such as NDCs, while managing lobby pressures. We provide insights into market dynamics to inform strategic decisions and help develop actionable strategies and policies. Our technical assistance strengthens internal capacities and simplifies competing guidance. By engaging stakeholders, we ensure their input justifies design choices and enhances project delivery, enabling verifiable impacts. We also assist in accessing additional financing and navigating application processes for climate funding to enhance overall effectiveness.
Our clients
Governments
Our services
Market Assessments
National governments are at the forefront of the global fight against climate change. Your commitments to reduce emissions, adapt to climate impacts, and transition to sustainable economies are critical for a livable future. To achieve these ambitious goals, you need a clear understanding of your country’s unique market dynamics and opportunities.
Why You Need Our Help:
Market assessments provide essential intelligence for effective climate policy and investment. They enable you to:
- Make informed decisions: Understand current market conditions, identify barriers and opportunities, and evaluate the potential impact of different interventions.
- Optimise resource allocation: Target investments and policies where they will have the greatest impact on emissions reductions and climate resilience.
- Mobilise private sector investment: Attract and de-risk private capital for climate-friendly projects and technologies.
- Meet international commitments: Demonstrate progress on your Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and other climate pledges.
Our Impact:
E Co. has a proven track record of supporting governments in achieving their climate goals through market assessments. We have helped:
- Secure climate finance: Our assessments have been instrumental in securing funding from the Green Climate Fund, Global Environment Facility, and Adaptation Fund, unlocking billions of dollars for climate action.
- Supporting national experts and communities: we don’t parachute international experts and bypass national expertise and knowledge. We engage with
- Develop effective policies: We have provided insights that have informed the design and implementation of successful climate policies and regulations.
- Catalyse market transformation: Our assessments have helped to accelerate the adoption of clean technologies and sustainable practices.
Our Solutions:
Our market assessments are tailored to your specific needs and priorities. We offer:
- In-depth analysis: We gather and analyse primary and secondary data, including interviews with stakeholders, surveys, and desk research.
- Economic and financial modelling: We develop robust models to assess the costs, benefits, and risks of different climate investments and policies.
- Strategic advice: We provide clear, actionable recommendations to support decision-making.
What We Do:
- Gather data: We liaise with relevant stakeholders and conduct tailored surveys to collect the latest market information.
- Analyse trends: We identify key trends, drivers, and barriers in your market.
- Assess opportunities: We evaluate the potential for climate-friendly technologies and business models.
- Provide recommendations: We offer tailored solutions to support your climate goals.
What We Need from You:
- Clear objectives: A clear understanding of your climate priorities and desired outcomes.
- Access to data: Access to relevant data and information.
- Stakeholder engagement: Opportunities to engage with key stakeholders in your country.
Together, we can create a sustainable future for your country and its citizens.
Let’s work together to build a climate-resilient and prosperous future.
Strategy Formulation
National governments face the complex challenge of charting a course toward a sustainable and climate-resilient future. To achieve this, you need clear, actionable strategies that align with your climate commitments and foster sustainable development across sectors.
Why You Need Our Help:
Strategy formulation is a critical step in translating ambitious climate goals into concrete action. We can help you:
- Develop comprehensive strategies: Create well-structured strategies that set clear objectives, define priorities, and outline concrete measures for sectors like energy, agriculture, forestry, and water.
- Engage stakeholders: Facilitate inclusive consultations with government officials, public servants, and community representatives to ensure buy-in and foster collaboration, and we always work with and empower local experts and specialists.
- Build capacity: Strengthen institutional capacity for strategy implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Align with international commitments: Ensure your strategies meet UNFCCC reporting requirements and support the achievement of your Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Our Impact:
E Co. has a long history of supporting national governments in developing and implementing successful climate strategies. We have helped:
- Shape national climate policy: Our strategies have informed national climate action plans and policies, guiding investments and regulatory frameworks.
- Secure climate finance: Our work has enabled governments to access international climate finance for sustainable development projects.
- Drive sectoral transformation: We have supported the development of strategies that have accelerated the transition to renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
Our Solutions:
Our strategy formulation services are tailored to your unique context and needs. We offer:
- Data collection and analysis: We gather and analyse relevant data to inform evidence-based decision-making.
- Stakeholder engagement: We facilitate inclusive consultations to build consensus and foster collaboration.
- Strategic planning: We develop clear, actionable strategies with measurable objectives and implementation plans.
- Capacity building: We train government officials in strategy development, implementation, and monitoring.
- Monitoring and evaluation: We design systems to track progress, identify challenges, and adjust strategies as needed.
What We Do:
- Define objectives: We work with you to define clear, measurable objectives that align with your climate goals.
- Prioritise measures: We identify and prioritise the most effective measures for achieving your objectives.
- Foster innovation: We encourage innovative approaches and solutions to accelerate progress.
- Develop implementation plans: We create detailed implementation plans with clear timelines and responsibilities.
- Build monitoring and evaluation systems: We establish mechanisms to track progress and ensure accountability.
What We Need from You:
- Commitment: A strong commitment to climate action and sustainable development.
- Leadership: Clear leadership and ownership of the strategy development process.
- Stakeholder engagement: Active participation from key stakeholders across sectors.
- Data and information: Access to relevant data and information.
Together, we can develop effective strategies that will guide your country toward a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Policy Development
National governments play a pivotal role in driving the transition to a sustainable and climate-resilient future. Effective policies provide the framework to guide investments, shape behaviours, and ensure a just transition.
Why You Need Our Help:
Policy development is complex and requires expertise in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory design. E Co. can support you in:
- Designing effective policies: Creating policies that drive emissions reductions, promote sustainable practices, and support vulnerable communities.
- Navigating the policy landscape: Understanding the interplay of international agreements, national priorities, and sectoral dynamics.
- Building consensus: Engaging stakeholders across government, industry, and civil society to ensure buy-in and smooth implementation.
- Ensuring policy coherence: Aligning climate policies with broader economic and social development goals.
- Future-proofing policies: Designing policies that are adaptable to evolving technologies and climate challenges.
Our Impact:
E Co. has a track record of supporting governments in developing and implementing impactful climate policies. We have helped:
- Accelerate renewable energy deployment: Our work on renewable energy laws and regulations has facilitated the growth of clean energy sectors.
- Improve energy efficiency: Our support in developing energy performance standards has led to significant energy savings.
- Align with international commitments: We have assisted governments in formulating policies that meet their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and other climate pledges.
Our Solutions:
Our policy development services are tailored to your unique needs and priorities. We offer:
- Data-driven analysis: We conduct thorough research and analysis to inform policy design.
- Stakeholder engagement: We facilitate inclusive consultations to ensure diverse perspectives are considered.
- Policy options development: We generate a range of potential policy solutions tailored to your context.
- Implementation planning: We develop clear implementation plans with timelines and responsibilities.
- Monitoring and evaluation: We design systems to track policy effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
What We Do:
- Identify policy needs: We work with you to identify areas where policy intervention is needed.
- Conduct analysis: We gather and analyse relevant data and information to inform policy design.
- Develop policy options: We generate a range of potential solutions, considering their costs, benefits, and feasibility.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement: We engage with relevant stakeholders to build consensus and ensure buy-in.
- Support implementation: We develop implementation plans and provide guidance on monitoring and evaluation.
What We Need from You:
- Clear objectives: A clear understanding of your policy goals and desired outcomes.
- Access to data: Access to relevant data and information.
- Stakeholder engagement: Commitment to engaging with key stakeholders throughout the process.
- Political will: The political will to implement and enforce effective climate policies.
Together, we can develop policies that will pave the way for a sustainable and prosperous future for your country.
Programme and Project Design
National governments are tasked with implementing concrete actions to address climate change, reduce emissions, and build resilience. Securing funding from international climate funds like the Green Climate Fund (GCF), Global Environment Facility (GEF), and Adaptation Fund (AF) is crucial for realising these ambitious goals.
Why You Need Our Help:
Designing impactful and fundable climate projects requires specialised expertise. We help you:
- Navigate complex funding landscapes: We understand the intricacies of international climate finance mechanisms, ensuring your proposals are aligned with funder requirements and priorities.
- Develop compelling proposals: We craft high-quality proposals that showcase your project’s potential for climate impact, innovation, and sustainability.
- Build local capacity: We engage with stakeholders and build capacity within your government to ensure successful project implementation and long-term sustainability.
- Maximise funding potential: Our track record of successful funding approvals, including over USD 5.3 billion in GCF-approved projects, demonstrates our ability to secure significant investments for climate action.
Our Impact:
E Co. has helped governments around the world design and implement projects that deliver tangible climate benefits. We have:
- Secured substantial climate finance: Our expertise has enabled governments to access billions of dollars for climate adaptation and mitigation efforts.
- Strengthened national capacity: We have built capacity within government agencies to design and manage climate projects effectively.
- Delivered impactful solutions: Our projects have contributed to reducing emissions, enhancing resilience, and improving the lives of vulnerable communities.
Our Solutions:
Our programme and project design services are tailored to your specific needs and priorities. We offer:
- Needs assessment: We conduct in-depth assessments to identify priority areas for climate action.
- Stakeholder engagement: We facilitate consultations with key stakeholders to ensure inclusivity and local ownership.
- Project design and development: We develop detailed project proposals, including technical, financial, and environmental assessments.
- Capacity building: We provide training and support to build local capacity for project implementation.
- Monitoring and evaluation: We design systems to track progress, measure impact, and ensure accountability.
What We Do:
- Understand your context: We take the time to understand your unique challenges and priorities.
- Tailor solutions: We develop customised solutions that align with your national circumstances and climate goals.
- Build capacity: We empower your team to design and manage climate projects effectively.
- Secure funding: We leverage our expertise and network to help you secure funding from international climate funds.
What We Need from You:
- Clear vision: A clear vision of your climate goals and priorities.
- Stakeholder engagement: Active participation from relevant government agencies and stakeholders.
- Data and information: Access to necessary data and information for project design.
- Commitment to implementation: A commitment to effective project implementation and management.
Together, we can turn your climate ambitions into reality.
Let’s collaborate to design and implement transformative projects that deliver lasting climate benefits for your country and its citizens.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
National governments are investing significant resources in climate change mitigation, adaptation, resilience and development initiatives. To ensure these investments deliver the desired outcomes, you need robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems.
Why You Need Our Help:
MEL is essential for effective climate action. It allows you to:
- Track progress: Assess whether your climate programmes and projects are achieving their objectives and contributing to national and international climate goals.
- Optimise resource allocation: Identify areas where resources are being used effectively and efficiently, and identify areas for improvement or reallocation.
- Enhance accountability and transparency: Demonstrate to stakeholders and the public how climate funds are being used and the results achieved.
- Inform decision-making: Use evidence to make informed decisions about future climate investments and policy adjustments.
- Foster learning and adaptation: Extract valuable lessons from both successes and failures, enabling you to continuously improve your climate strategies and interventions.
Our Impact:
E Co. has helped governments around the world develop and implement effective MEL systems for climate initiatives. We have:
- Improved transparency: We have helped governments track and report on climate finance flows, enhancing accountability and building trust with stakeholders.
- Optimised resource allocation: Our evaluations have provided insights for more effective and efficient allocation of climate resources.
- Informed decision-making: Our findings have guided governments in adjusting policies and programs to achieve greater climate impact.
Our Solutions:
Our MEL services are tailored to your specific needs and priorities. We offer:
- MEL framework development: We help you design a robust MEL framework that aligns with your climate goals and funding requirements.
- Data collection and analysis: We collect and analyse data from various sources to track progress and assess impact.
- Indicator development: We develop clear and measurable indicators to track progress and assess impact.
- Reporting and communication: We prepare clear and concise reports that effectively communicate findings and lessons learned.
- Capacity building: We train your staff on MEL best practices and empower them to manage the process independently.
What We Do:
- Define scope and objectives: We work with you to clearly define the scope and objectives of the MEL process.
- Develop indicators: We identify and develop relevant key performance indicators to track progress.
- Collect and analyse data: We collect and analyse data using a variety of methods, including surveys, interviews, and desk research.
- Prepare reports: We produce comprehensive reports that assess progress, identify challenges, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Facilitate learning: We share lessons learned and best practices to support continuous improvement.
What We Need from You:
- Clear objectives: A clear understanding of your MEL goals and desired outcomes.
- Access to data: Access to relevant data and information.
Stakeholder engagement: Commitment to engage with key stakeholders throughout the process. - Openness to learning: A willingness to learn from findings and adapt strategies accordingly.
Together, we can build robust MEL systems that empower you to achieve your climate goals and make a lasting impact.
Fund Support
National governments are increasingly recognising the need to establish dedicated climate funds to mobilise domestic resources and catalyse climate action. These funds play a vital role in financing climate mitigation, adaptation, resilience and development initiatives, supporting vulnerable communities, and driving the transition to a low-carbon, resilient economy.
Why You Need Our Help:
Establishing and managing a national climate fund requires careful planning and expertise. We can support you in:
- Designing effective fund structures: We help you design fund structures that are aligned with your national climate goals, institutional capacities, and funding priorities.
- Developing governance frameworks: We assist in establishing transparent and accountable governance mechanisms to ensure effective fund management and decision-making.
- Mobilising resources: We help identify and tap into diverse funding sources, including domestic revenues, international climate finance, and private sector investments.
- Managing and monitoring investments: We provide support in managing and monitoring fund investments, ensuring transparency, accountability, and maximising impact.
- Building capacity: We build capacity within your government to manage the fund effectively and sustainably.
Our Impact:
E Co. has extensive experience in supporting the establishment and management of national climate funds. We have:
- Designed innovative fund structures: We have helped governments design funds that leverage diverse funding sources and address specific climate challenges.
- Strengthened governance frameworks: We have assisted in establishing transparent and accountable governance mechanisms, ensuring effective fund management.
- Mobilised significant resources: We have supported governments in attracting funding from various sources, including international climate finance and private sector investments.
- Enhanced capacity: We have built capacity within government agencies to manage climate funds effectively and sustainably.
Our Solutions:
Our fund support services are tailored to your specific needs and priorities. We offer:
- Fund design and structuring: We help you design a fund structure that aligns with your national context and climate objectives.
- Governance and operational framework development: We assist in establishing transparent and accountable governance mechanisms and operational procedures.
- Resource mobilisation strategy development: We help you identify and access diverse funding sources, including domestic revenues, international climate finance, and private sector investments.
- Investment management and monitoring: We provide support in managing and monitoring fund investments, ensuring transparency, accountability, and maximising impact.
What We Do:
- Understand your context: We take the time to understand your national climate priorities and funding needs.
- Design tailored solutions: We develop customised solutions that align with your institutional capacities and funding objectives.
- Build capacity: We empower your team to manage the climate fund effectively and sustainably.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement: We engage with relevant stakeholders to ensure transparency and inclusivity.
What We Need from You:
- Clear vision: A clear vision of your climate goals and the role of the national climate fund in achieving them.
- Commitment to partnership: A willingness to collaborate and engage with diverse stakeholders, including international organisations and private sector actors.
- Transparency and accountability: A commitment to transparent and accountable fund management.
- Long-term vision: A long-term vision for the sustainability and impact of the national climate fund.
Together, we can establish and manage a national climate fund that drives transformative climate action and builds a sustainable future for your country.
Training and Capacity Development
The field of climate action is constantly evolving, with new policies, technologies, and financing mechanisms emerging regularly. National governments need to stay abreast of these developments to effectively implement their climate commitments and nationally determined contributions.
Why You Need Our Help:
Capacity building is essential for effective climate action. It empowers your government officials to:
- Understand complex issues: Navigate the intricacies of climate science, policy, and finance.
- Develop and implement effective strategies: Design and execute climate programs and projects that deliver real impact.
- Access and manage climate finance: Secure funding from international climate funds and manage projects effectively.
- Engage with stakeholders: Communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse groups, including the private sector, civil society, and vulnerable communities.
- Stay ahead of the curve: Keep up with the latest developments in climate action and adapt strategies accordingly.
Our Impact:
E Co. has a proven track record of building capacity for climate action in governments around the world. We have:
- Empowered government officials: Our training programmes have equipped officials with the knowledge and skills they need to drive climate action.
- Facilitated access to climate finance: We have helped governments navigate the complex world of climate finance and secure funding for their projects.
- Supported policy development and implementation: Our capacity building efforts have contributed to the development and implementation of effective climate policies.
Our Solutions:
Our training and capacity development services are tailored to your unique needs and priorities. We offer:
- Needs assessments: We work with you to identify specific training needs and develop customised programmes.
- Tailored training programmes: We offer a range of training formats, including workshops, seminars, online courses, and hybrid events.
- Expert trainers: Our trainers are experienced professionals with deep expertise in climate change, policy, and finance.
- Real-world examples: We use real-world case studies and examples to illustrate key concepts and provide practical insights.
- Ongoing support: We provide ongoing support and resources to ensure learning is sustained and applied.
What We Do:
- Assess needs: We conduct thorough needs assessments to identify capacity gaps and training priorities.
- Design tailored programmes: We develop customised training programmes that address your specific needs.
- Deliver engaging training: We use a variety of interactive and participatory methods to ensure learning is effective and enjoyable.
- Provide ongoing support: We offer follow-up support and resources to ensure learning is applied and sustained.
What We Need from You:
- Commitment to learning: A commitment to invest in the knowledge and skills of your staff.
- Clear objectives: A clear understanding of your capacity building goals and desired outcomes.
- Stakeholder engagement: Active participation from relevant government departments and agencies.
- Open communication: Open and transparent communication throughout the training and capacity development process.
Together, we can build the capacity you need to achieve your climate goals and create a more sustainable future for your country.
Case studies
Croatian Ministry of Agriculture, Evaluation of investments’ alignment with the EU Taxonomy and DNSH principle – NRRP Croatia Ministry of Agriculture
Croatia,
2023
Ministry of Environment Armenia, Advancing Programming and Partnership Framework with GCF and Matching with Country’s Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Strategies
Armenia,
2023
UK MET Office, GESI Analysis for WISER 3 programme design and project design
UK,
2022
‘Quickest PIF approval I’ve ever seen – it flew through with no comments from the GEF Sec.’
Craig Davies, EBRD