International Training on Integrating Climate Change into National Development Planning and Budgeting
Background
Climate change is a present reality, affecting economic growth, social well-being, and environmental sustainability. Extreme weather events, changing rainfall patterns, and sea-level rise disrupt agriculture, energy, infrastructure, water, and public health sectors. Integrating climate change into national development planning and budgeting is crucial for building climate-resilient economies and societies.
This course by ECAS Institute equips policymakers, planners, and finance experts with the tools, knowledge, and best practices to mainstream climate adaptation and mitigation strategies into national policies, budgets, investment decisions, and governance structures. Participants will learn climate risk assessments, climate-responsive budgeting, financial planning, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure climate-smart and resilient development projects.
The course also emphasizes mobilizing climate finance from international sources like the Green Climate Fund (GCF), Adaptation Fund, and private sector investments. Through case studies, exercises, and real-world examples, participants will learn to design policies, access funding, and implement climate-informed decision-making at national and sectoral levels.
By strengthening the capacity of professionals in economic planning, financial management, and policy implementation, this course supports climate resilience, sustainable growth, and global commitments such as the Paris Agreement and SDGs.
Objectives of the Training
Understand linkages between climate change and national development.Identify challenges and opportunities in climate-responsive planning.Integrate climate risk assessments into development policies.Explore budgeting frameworks for adaptation and mitigation.Strengthen institutional capacities for climate policy implementation.Understand international climate finance mechanisms and opportunities.Develop skills in monitoring, reporting, and evaluating climate policies.Engage in practical exercises and case studies to apply climate budgeting concepts.What You Will Learn
Climate change mainstreaming approaches in national policies and strategies.Risk assessment and climate vulnerability mapping for decision-making.Budgeting techniques and financial planning for climate adaptation and mitigation.Accessing international and domestic climate finance sources.Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks for climate-integrated plans.Stakeholder coordination and institutional arrangements for climate policy implementation.Aligning national development goals with global climate commitments (Paris Agreement, SDGs).Case studies on successful climate-integrated development plans.Target Participants
Designed for government officials, policymakers, development planners, climate finance experts, and professionals from finance ministries, planning commissions, environmental agencies, international organizations, NGOs, and private sector institutions. Participants will gain skills in climate-responsive policy, budgeting, and investment planning for sustainable development.
Training Modules
| No | Module | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of Climate Change and National Development | Economic, social, and environmental impacts; climate risk linkages with SDGs; international agreements (Paris Agreement, UNFCCC); introduction to climate risk assessments and scenario planning. |
| 2 | Integrating Climate Change into Policy and Development Plans | Climate mainstreaming principles; aligning adaptation and mitigation strategies; legal and institutional frameworks; climate-sensitive land use, urban planning, and infrastructure; stakeholder engagement and coordination. |
| 3 | Climate-Responsive Budgeting and Financial Planning | Basics of climate-responsive budgeting; national and sectoral finance allocation; cost-benefit analysis of adaptation and mitigation projects; performance-based budgeting; case studies. |
| 4 | Accessing Climate Finance and Investment Opportunities | International and domestic finance mechanisms; GCF, Adaptation Fund, PPPs, climate bonds, carbon pricing; innovative financing models; challenges in accessing and managing climate finance. |
| 5 | Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Planning | Tools for risk and vulnerability assessment; integrating risk into development strategies; early warning systems; disaster risk reduction; sector-specific resilience strategies; case studies. |
| 6 | Institutional Arrangements and Governance for Climate Action | Roles of national and local governments; strengthening institutional capacities; multi-stakeholder collaboration; legal/regulatory considerations; best practices in climate governance. |
| 7 | Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting on Climate Policies | M&E frameworks for climate-integrated plans; tracking progress; data management and reporting standards; policy impact assessment; tools for adaptive policy adjustments. |
| 8 | Practical Applications and Case Studies | Successful national climate integration strategies; policy and budgeting simulations; group exercises on finance and risk analysis; stakeholder role-playing; final action planning. |
Training Style
The course follows an interactive, practical, and experience-based approach. It combines lectures, discussions, case study analysis, hands-on exercises, simulation workshops, and role-playing activities. Guest speakers from international climate finance institutions, government agencies, and sustainability organizations provide real-world insights and solutions.
General Notes
Training manuals and reference materials provided.Certificate issued upon successful completion.Tailor-made courses available: info@ecasiafrica.org.Payment before training; proof sent to info@ecasiafrica.org.Enhance your capacity to integrate climate change into national development planning and budgeting for resilient, sustainable growth.
Contact ECAS Institute | info@ecasiafrica.org
About ECAS Institute
ECAS Institute provides independent training, research, and consulting in climate change, resilience building, carbon markets, renewable energy, nature-based solutions, biodiversity conservation, agriculture, and food systems. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, ECAS operates across Africa and globally with partners from the UK, Denmark, Italy, Sweden, Germany, and the USA.
