Resource Mobilization & Fundraising for Climate & Energy Projects
International Training Program | ECAS Institute
Course Background
Addressing climate change and advancing energy sustainability requires significant and
sustained financial resources. Many climate and energy initiatives face challenges due
to limited funding, weak donor engagement, and complex financing mechanisms.
This international training by the ECAS Institute equips professionals with practical
skills in resource mobilization, fundraising, and climate finance. Participants learn
how to access global climate funds, design winning proposals, engage donors, and use
innovative financing tools to ensure long-term project sustainability.
Course Objectives
Understand key funding sources for climate change and energy projectsDevelop effective resource mobilization strategiesDesign compelling grant proposals and business casesNavigate climate finance mechanisms such as GCF and Adaptation FundBuild strategic partnerships with donors and investorsApply innovative financing tools including green bonds and blended financeImprove financial planning and budget management for sustainabilityWhat You Will Learn
Public, private, and blended climate and energy financing modelsGrant writing and proposal development best practicesAccessing international climate finance mechanismsInnovative fundraising tools: crowdfunding, green bonds, carbon marketsDonor and stakeholder engagement strategiesFinancial sustainability, budgeting, and risk managementTarget Participants
Project managers and NGO leadersGovernment officials and development practitionersRenewable energy and climate change professionalsFinancial analysts and sustainability officersResearchers and donor relations specialistsTraining Modules
| No | Module | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Resource Mobilization | Climate finance trends, challenges, and funding needs |
| 2 | Climate Finance Sources & Mechanisms | GCF, Adaptation Fund, private finance, carbon markets |
| 3 | Grant Proposal Writing | Proposal structure, budgeting, donor alignment |
| 4 | Public-Private Partnerships | PPPs, green bonds, blended finance, crowdfunding |
| 5 | Stakeholder & Donor Engagement | Pitching, partnership building, donor retention |
| 6 | Financial Planning & Sustainability | Budgeting, risk management, transparency |
Training Style
The course uses a practical, hands-on approach combining expert-led lectures, real-world
case studies, proposal development workshops, donor pitching simulations, and group
discussions. Participants gain practical experience in fundraising, financial planning,
and donor engagement while networking with sustainability professionals.
General Notes
Training manuals and reference materials providedCertificate awarded upon successful completionTailor-made courses availableContact: info@ecasiafrica.orgAbout ECAS Institute
ECAS Institute provides training, research, and consulting services in climate change,
carbon markets, renewable energy, nature-based solutions, biodiversity conservation,
agriculture, and food systems across Africa and globally.
