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HANDBOOK FOR GREEN CLIMATE FUND IN THAILAND

The publication was prepared by: Climate Change Management and Coordination Division Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment http://gcf.onep.go.th

Under the Green Climate Fund Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme in Thailand.

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HANDBOOK FOR GREEN CLIMATE FUND IN THAILAND First published: August 2018 Number of prints: 300 Printed by: ……………., in Thailand This publication is printed on recycled paper using eco-friendly ink. Copyright Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning 2018. All rights reserved.

“The views expressed in this information product are those of the author(s) and GCF cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.” (GCF Branding Guidelines, no.19, page 5)

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Forewords

Foreword

The Royal Thai Government, under the national development led by Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, has focused on bringing tangible benefits to the people from financial operations on climate change. It is necessity to encourage all stakeholders to have access to financial support from the international cooperation sources of funding regarding the implementation of the climate change programmes to meet the national climate goals, known as Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). Thailand has pledged to the world community in 2015 at the 21st Conference of Parties (COP) in Paris, France to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% in 2030 from the business-as-usual (BAU) level and may increase to 25% from BAU if receiving international financial support and knowledge and technology transfer. In addition, Thailand also pledged to implement the climate adaptation actions such as integrated water management planning and forest encroachment, based on the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy as a guidance for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP), designated as the National Focal Point of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the National Designated Authority (NDA) of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for Thailand, is determined and committed to driving such goals. This â&#x20AC;&#x153;Handbook for Green Climate Fund in Thailandâ&#x20AC;? is designed as a guidance of general knowledge about the Green Climate Fund to the public and stakeholders, which include donors, project proponents, and implementing agencies; e.g., government agencies and private sector entities, domestic and international organizations, and financial institutions, to understand the GCF and national requirements, effectively devise project and budget plans, and develop GCF project proposals. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the Green Climate Fund, the Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂźr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) for their great support in the production of this Handbook. I also appreciate everyone involved for their dedication to the development of this Handbook as a guidance for Thailand to access the international financial mechanism on climate change. I hope that this Handbook will be of practical use and make a meaningful contribution to the development of Thailand.

Dr. Raweewan Bhuridej Secretary-General of ONEP

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Forewords

Foreword

The key mission of the national climate finance policy and mechanism development to drive the implementation of the country focuses on enhancing the access to international sources of funding for all stakeholders. This is to support the climate change implementation to meet the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) targets. To achieve such mission, capacity building as well as readiness and preparatory support shall be provided to ensure that all sectors of Thailand are able to operate effectively. By considering the needs of the people and stakeholders in every dimension and applying appropriate academic principles and knowledge, this will help drive the policy to concrete actions. The Climate Change Management and Coordination Division (CCMC) of the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP) serves as the Focal Point of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the National Designated Authority of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for Thailand. Having recognized the opportunity and benefits for Thailand to access the Green Climate Fund, CCMC has begun in 2017 to prepare this â&#x20AC;&#x153;Handbook for Green Climate Fund in Thailandâ&#x20AC;? with the participation of all, from national and international, stakeholders under the GCF Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme and complete it in 2018. As a climate finance policy maker, I am very pleased to introduce this Handbook to all interested parties who shall make use of it for climate change implementation, as well as other relevant national development aspects to achieve the set goals for both climate change mitigation and adaptation. I am willing to learn and work closely and creatively with all parties at all levels to support the success of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall national development policy.

Dr. Phirun Saiyasitpanich Director of CCMC

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Green Climate Fund Handbook

About the Handbook

PURPOSE OF THE HANDBOOK This Handbook is primarily designed as a guidance of general knowledge about the Green Climate Fund (GCF) – the Fund. The Handbook offers a simplified and practical reference for project proponents and relevant stakeholders to understand the GCF’s requirements for developing and submitting project proposals to the Fund. TARGET USERS OF THE HANDBOOK This handbook is intended for:

• • •

General Viewers: individuals interested in general knowledge about the Fund and its operation in Thailand Project Proponents: line ministries or national-government agencies, non-governmental organizations, private sector, and other stakeholders looking to develop the GCF funding proposals Direct Access Accreditation Seekers: public, private, non governmental, sub-national or national organizations interested in becoming direct access entities.

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About the Handbook

QUICK GUIDE TO THE HANDBOOK

Chapter 1: Understanding the Green Climate Fund in Thailand

Provides an overview of the GCF, the roles of National Designated Authority (p.5)

Chapter 2: Becoming an Accredited Entity

Provides guidance on how to achieve accreditation status in order to be able to be an entity which can project proposals (p.13)

Chapter 3: Developing & Submitting a Project Proposal

Provides guidance for the initial development and submission of concept notes and project proposals. (p.19)

Chapter 4: Meeting Approval Criteria

Describes how project proposals are assessed and further approved by the GCF (p.26)

Thailand Country Programme

Describes national priority areas and enabling environment required for financial supports in climate change adaptation and mitigation.

No-Objection Criteria in Thailand

Describes criteria for evaluating project proposals and issuing the No-Objection Letter.

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Table of Contents

FOREWORD

ABOUT THE HANDBOOK

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QUICK GUIDE TO THE HANDBOOK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GUIDE TO GCF

UNDERSTANDING THE GREEN CLIMATE FUND IN THAILAND The GCF Story So Far Strategic Impact Areas Key Roles and Responsibilites of NDAs

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BECOMING AN ACCREDITED ENTITY Roles of Accreditation Entities Accreditation Stages Application Requirements

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DEVELOPING & SUBMITTING A PROJECT PROPOSAL Concept Note Project and Programme Proposals GCF Approval Process

MEETING APPROVAL CRITERIA Investment Criteria No-Objection Criteria

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THAILAND COUNTRY PROGRAMME ON CLIMATE CHANGE

NO-OBJECTION CRITERIA

ANNEXES Sample of GCF Approved Projects List of Active Accredited Entities in Thailand Sample of Nomination Letter for Direct Access Entity Accreditation Sample of No-Objection Letter

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GLOSSARY

REFERENCES

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Annex 1 Annex 2 Annex 3 Annex 4

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Guide to GCF

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Guide to GCF Chapter 1 - Understanding the Green Climate Fund in Thailand

Chapter 1: Understanding the Green Climate Fund in Thailand

WHAT IS THE GREEN CLIMATE FUND? The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a financial mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It was established at the 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC (COP16) in Cancun, Mexico, in 2010, and became fully operational in 2015. GCF aims to promote the paradigm shift towards low-emission and climate-resilient pathways for sustainable development. Country ownership and a country-driven approach are core principles of the GCF. Governed by 24 Board members, equally drawn from developing and developed countries, GCF makes decisions based only on the consensus agreement of all Board members.

that are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change including Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and African States.

To respond to the climate challenge in mitigation and adaptation needs of developing countries, there is an agreement among advanced economies for a joint mobilization of USD 100 billion per year by 2020. The Fund will aim to allocate equal amount of funding for projects on mitigation of climate change effects, and on adaptation to its adverse effects. It also aims to allocate at least half of its resources for adaptation for countries

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THE GCF STORY SO FAR

2010 COP 16 in Cancun decides to establish the Green Climate Fund

2011 Governing Instrument adopted at COP 17

2012 GCFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board holds its first meetings

2013 Permanent headquaters established in Songdo, Republic of Korea

2014 Initial Resource mobilization raises pledges of over $10 Billion for period up to 2018

2015 First Investment decisions taken ahead of Paris COP

2016 GCF makes first disbursements as project portfolio reaches $1.5 billion, 48 Accredited Entities

2017 Portfolio tops $2.65 billion, with 59 Accredited Entities

2018 19th GCF Board approves record number of projects (23) bringing total portfolio to 76, amounting to USD 43.73 billion

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STRATEGIC IMPACT AREAS The GCF has defined four results areas for mitigation: to have reduced emissions from (1) increased low-emission energy access and generation, (2) increased access to low-emission transport, (3) buildings, cities, industries, and appliances, and (4) land use, deforestation, sustainable forest management and enhancement of forest carbon stocks. The GCF

also defined four results areas for adaptation: to have increased resilience of (1) health and well-being, food and water security, (2) the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people, (3) infrastructure and built environment against climate change threats, and (4) ecosystems and their services.

Source: www.greenclimate.fund

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GCF PROJECT SIZES The intended project sizes that the Accredited Entities may undertake include:

Source: www.greenclimate.fund

GCF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS The Green Climate Fund provides four financial instruments: 1. Grants – to help promote climate change investments; e.g., adaptation activities in climatevulnerable areas, technical assistance and capacity building, feasibility studies, and any additional investment costs necessary to make the project viable.

3. Guarantees – to mitigate investment risks as a commitment in which a guarantor undertakes to fulfil the obligations of a borrower to a lender. Guarantee may cover the entire investment or a portion of it. 4. Equity – to make an investment into a project or asset in order to leverage debt and possibly attain better returns. Equity is used when projects have significant risks but there is still a chance of success and of return to equity holders.

2. Concessional Loans – to offer soft lending, with low or no interest rates, longer repayment and/or grace periods, to provide more favorable conditions than market terms.

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GCF ARCHITECTURE GCFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s architecture is characterized by strong country ownership. National Designated Authorities (NDAs) will ensure that Accredited Entities (AEs) submit projects and programmes that benefit the countries.

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NATIONAL DESIGNATED AUTHORITY The Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP), appointed by the Thai Cabinet on 10 March 2015, is the National Designated Authority (NDA) to the Green Climate Fund for Thailand. ONEP acts as the point of communication with the Fund and to fulfill five key roles and responsibilities.

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KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF “NDA”

Strategic oversight aligned with national priorities

Provide strategic oversight of the Fund’s activities in Thailand to be aligned with national priorities. This includes ensuring alignment with national climate change strategies and policies and sustainable development frameworks. Thailand Country Programme (TCP) is developed to identify national strategic priorities for engagement with the Fund.

Convene national stakeholders

Convene relevant stakeholders to identify priority sectors to be financed by the Fund. Stakeholders include government entities; civil society; project developers; private sector actors; financial institutions; and communities, including vulnerable groups, women and indigenous peoples, who will be affected by the Fund’s activities.

Nomination letters for direct access

Communicate nominations of entities seeking accreditation to the Fund under the ‘direct access’ track. One of the initial responsibilities of an NDA is to engage with potential public, private sector and non-governmental entities, and nominate such entities for accreditation to the Fund.

No-objection letters for projects/ programmes

Implement the no-objection procedure on submitted funding proposals, to ensure consistency of proposals with national climate change plans and priorities. The No-Objection Letter (NOL) is provided to GCF by the NDA, in conjunction with any submission of a funding proposal by an accredited entity (AE) of the Fund. In case a proposal is submitted without NOL, GCF will notify the NDA.

Approval of readiness support

Provide leadership on the deployment of readiness and preparatory support funding in Thailand. The NDA may directly benefit from the funding or select international, regional, national and sub-national, public, private or non-governmental institutions, well-versed in readiness activities as their delivery partners. The Fund may also deploy readiness and preparatory support to prospective entities seeking ‘direct access’ accreditation, and to accredited entities to develop project and programme pipelines.

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 1 - Understanding the Green Climate Fund in Thailand

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 2 - Becoming an Accredited Entity

Chapter 2: Becoming an Accredited Entity

ACCREDITATION TO THE GCF

ROLES OF AEs

The GCF mobilizes climate finance by working through a wide range of entities. To access funding, these entities will go through a process of “accreditation” to become Accredited Entities (AEs). The accreditation process is designed to assess whether applicant entities have:

AEs carry out a range of activities that may include: 1. developing and submitting funding proposals; 2. overseeing the management and implementation of projects/programmes;

1. the ability to manage GCF’s resources in response to the Fund’s fiduciary standards for the scale and type of funding sought, and

3. deploying a range of financial instruments within their respective capacities; and

2. the ability to manage environmental and social risks that may arise at the project level.

4. mobilizing private sector capital.

In addition, the entities will be assessed against the Fund’s gender policy.

TWO TYPES OF ACCREDITED ENTITIES

Direct Access Entities (DAEs) are sub-national, national or regional organizations that need to be nominated by the NDA

International Access Entities can include United Nations organizations, multilateral development banks, international financial institutions and regional institutions. International Access Entities do not need to be nominated by NDA.

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Accreditation Stage I

OAS Account Request

Direct Access International Access

NDA/Focal Point (FP) Nomination of Accreditation Application

Application Submission via OAS

Payment of Accreditation Fees Applicant sent confirmation of starting stage 1

Direct Access International Access

Communicate with NDA/FP

Confirm Receipt of NDA/FP Nomination

Institutional Assessment and Completeness Check by the Secretariat*

Questions to Applicant*

Response from Applicant*

Applicant sent confirmation that the application is considered complete (Stage I closed) and forwarded to Stage II

To Accreditation Stage II *The number of rounds of questions may vary depending on the completeness of the application.

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Accreditation Stage II

Accreditation Review by the Accreditation Panel*

Questions to Applicant**

Response from Applicant**

Recommendation to the Board

Decision by the Board

Communication of the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Decision to the Applicant

Accreditation Obtained

Accreditation Rejected

Applicant forwarded to Stage III

Accreditation Stage III

Validation of Payment Instructions

Finalization and Signature of the Accreditation Master Agreement (AMA) between the Fund and the Accredited Entity

*With support from external technical experts on an as-needed basis ** The number of rounds of questions may vary. Interview and a site visit may be required.

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Green Climate Fund Handbook

FINANCIAL CAPACITY CATEGORY

Micro

Guide to GCF Chapter 2 - Becoming an Accredited Entity

FEE LEVEL FOR ACCREDITATION APPLICATION FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES RELATED TO BASIC FIDUCIARY STANDARDS1, ESS2 AND GENDER

FEE LEVEL FOR ACCREDITATION APPLICATION FOR UNDERTAKING ACTIVITIES RELATED TO SPECIALIZED FIDUCIARY STANDARDS3

Sub-national and national entities in developing countries including SIDs and LDCs: No Fee USD 500 each All other entities: US 1,000

SIDs and LDCs: No Fee

Small

Sub-national and national entities in developing countries other than SIDs and LDCs: USD 3,000

USD 1,000 each

All other entities: USD 5,000

Medium

USD 10,000

USD 3,000 each

Large

USD 25,000

USD 7,000 each

Basic Fiduciary Standards (i.e., Key administrative and financial capacities; Transparency and accountability)

ESS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Environmental and Social Safeguards

Specialized Fiduciary Standards (i.e., Project management; Grant award and/or funding allocation mechanisms; On-lending and/or blending)

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

(a) Nomination by your NDA(s) or focal point(s) (for subnational, national and regional entities applying under direct access) (b) Background and contact information of the applicant entity

(a) Intended projects/programmes (for informational purpose) (b) Information on the ways in which the institution and its intended projects/programmes will contribute to furthering the country’s climate strategies and action plans, in line with GCF’s objectives (c) Information on the scope of intended projects/ programmes and estimated contribution requested for an individual project or activity within a programme

(a) Evidence of how your organization can meet: (i) basic fiduciary criteria (ii) applicable specialized fiduciary criteria (iii) Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) (ix) Gender policy

(a) Track record, which should include climate change-related projects/programmes and the fiduciary, environmental and social practices applied

APPLICATION RESULT

APPLICATION TIME FRAME

The result of the accreditation process will specify:

Time frame for accreditation: About 6 months if all the materials to be submitted are available. However, in practice the process usually takes 1-2 years. If materials need to be translated or developed (e.g. new policies) in order to be submitted, the process will take more time. In addition, accreditation is valid for 5 years.

(a) the intended project size that the accredited entity may undertake; (b) the fiduciary functions the accredited entity may undertake, which will shape how it operates using the Fund’s resources (e.g. grants, loans, guarantees, equity); and (c) the maximum level of environmental and social risk of its intended projects: Category A (high risk), Category B (medium risk), Category C (low risk)

GET ACCREDITED Apply for accreditation online http://www.greenclimate.fund/partners/accredited-entities/get-accredited Contact: accreditation@gcfund.org Directory of Accredited Entities: http://www.greenclimate.fund/partners/accredited-entities/ae-directory

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 3 - Developing & Submitting a Project Proposal

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 3 - Developing & Submitting a Project Proposal

Chapter 3: Developing & Submitting A Project Proposal An Accredited Entity may submit a funding proposal to the GCF at any time. It will then be subject to the Fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approval process. In addition, the GCF may publish specific calls for proposals through its website and to which Accredited Entity may also respond by submitting funding proposals.

Green Climate Fund Handbook

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CONCEPT NOTE

The concept note presents a summary of a proposed project or programme, in consultation with the NDA or focal point, to the GCF. It provides the Accredited Entity with the opportunity to seek feedback from the GCF Secretariat on whether the concept is aligned with the Fund’s objectives, policies, and investment criteria. The feedback will provide information to further develop and strengthen the project/programme idea to enable the Accredited Entity to initiate the next phase, the preparation and submission of the full funding proposal.

The concept note includes four sections: Section A. Project / Programme Summary – provides essential information about the proposed project or programme. Section B. Project / Programme Information – collects information to assess the economic and technical viability of the proposed project/programme. The information will be helpful for the review and assessment of the concept.

Prior to the submission of the concept note, the Accredited Entity shall:

Section C. Indicative Financing / Cost Information – provides an overview of the financing/cost information for both the requested GCF amount and co-financing amount.

a. Inform the NDA or the focal point about the proposed activity to be implemented in their country and commence consultations with a view to confirm it is in accordance with the country’s strategic framework and priorities; and

Section D. Supporting Documents – includes the documents which can be submitted with the concept note but are optional.

b. Inform the Secretariat that it has commenced consultations with the NDA or the focal point.

The concept note is also not mandatory but strongly encouraged to promote early feedback from the GCF Secretariat and to allow for a faster review process.

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PROJECT AND PROGRAMME PROPOSALS

Section G. Risk Assessment and Management – describes main risk factors and risk mitigation measures.

Accredited Entities develop funding proposals, in close consultation with NDAs or focal points, based on the diverse climate finance needs of individual developing countries. Accredited Entities can also respond to Requests for Proposals issued by GCF to fill current gaps in climate financing.

Section H. Results Monitoring and Reporting – specifies logic framework in accordance with the GCF’s Performance Measurement Framework under the Results Management Framework, and describes arrangements for monitoring, reporting and evaluation.

The funding proposal contents include: Section A. Project / Programme Summary – provides essential information about the proposed project / programme.

Section I. Annexes – includes the supporting documents for funding proposal.

Section B. Financing / Cost Information – provides the financing/cost information for both the requested GCF amount and co-financing amount.

For both concept note and funding proposals, the feedback provided by the GCF Secretariat does not represent acceptance or commitment to provide financial resources to support the project/ programme. Funding decisions can only be made by the GCF’s Board, taking into account various factors, including technical, financial, environmental, social, gender and legal aspects. The GCF Secretariat only submits to the Board for its consideration those funding proposals whose approval has been recommended by both the independent Technical Advisory Panel (iTAP) and the Secretariat.

Section C. Detailed Project / Programme Description – provides detailed information about the project / programme and its implementation. Section D. Rationale for GCF Involvement – explains why the GCF involvement is critical for the project / programme and how the project sustainability will be ensured in the long run. Section E. Expected Performance against Investment Criteria – describes the expected performance of the proposed project / programme against each of the Fund’s six investment criteria. Section F. Appraisal Summary – summarizes information about the economic and financial analysis and justification, technical evaluation, environmental and social impact assessment, and financial management and procurement.

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 3 - Developing & Submitting a Project Proposal

Below are the steps involved when developing and submitting a concept note and/or project proposal

Concept Note Phase (Optional) 1

CONCEPT NOTE

AE develops a concept note that is aligned with the Thailand Country Programme

GREEN CLIMATE FUND

ACCREDITED ENTITY

AE submits the revised concept note to the GCF Secretariat for further feedback and recommendations

SUBMIT TO NDA

AE submits the concept note to NDA to seek feedback

SUBMIT REVISED CONCEPT NOTE

NDA FEEDBACK

NDA

NDA provides feedback on the concept note to AE, AE makes revisions.

Consultation with Expert Committee

No-Objection Phase 1

PROJECT PROPOSAL

AE develops a project proposal that reflects the country ownership principles, country-driven approach, and meets the GCF investment framework and requirements (see Chapter 4)

GREEN CLIMATE FUND

SUBMIT REVISED PROPOSAL

AE submits the revised funding proposal to the GCF and the NDA submits the NOL directly to the GCF

ACCREDITED ENTITY 3

NDA

SUBMIT TO NDA

AE submits the funding proposal to NDA for reviews and comments and requests for a No-Objection Letter (NOL)

Screening Committee Sub-committee National Committee

NDA REVIEW

NDA reviews the funding proposal following the No-Objection procedures (see page 23) for endorsement of a signature by the designated authority in the NOL

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NO-OBJECTION PROCEDURE The NDA’s review process of a funding project/programme proposal includes six key steps:

NDA assesses the project/programme proposal according to no-objection criteria (see page 29) through engaging with relevant stakeholders (government agencies, private sector, communities, and other relevant social groups) in consultative processes. Estimated time required: 1 Week

NDA recommends the assessment results of the project/programme proposal to the “Screening Committee for Project Financial Support under the International Framework” for reviews and comments. Estimated time required: 4 Weeks

NDA submits the assessment results to the “Sub-committee on Climate Change Policy and Planning Integration” for no-objection endorsement. Estimated time required: 4 Weeks (provided that the proposal meets all requirements)

NDA reports to the “National Climate Change Committee (NCCC)” for an acknowledgement of the proposed project/programme proposal to submission. Estimated time required: based on the NCCC’s meeting schedule

Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE), as GCF designated authority, endorses a signature in the NOL. Estimated time required: 1 Week

NDA submits the NOL to the GCF. Estimated time required: 1 Week

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GCF APPROVAL PROCESS Funding proposals for projects and programmes are submitted by partners, cleared by GCF Headquarters, advised by the Technical Advisory Panel, and approved by the Board before they can be implemented. The stages in the GCF approval process are demonstrated below.

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INDEPENDENT TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT The Independent Technical Advisory Panel (ITAP) assesses the funding proposals against the six GCF investment criteria. ITAP is an independent technical advisory body made up of six international experts: three from developing countries and three from developed countries. ITAP can add conditions and recommendations to the funding proposal at its discretion and may ask Accredited Entities to provide clarifications, while liaising with the GCF Secretariat.

SUBMISSION TO GCF SECRETARIAT It is standard practice for Accredited Entities to submit funding proposals to GCF. In some cases, however, GCF may issue a Request for Proposals allowing submission by entities that are not yet accredited to GCF. In these cases, the accreditation application of the entity will be considered alongside the funding proposal. Funding proposals that are submitted to GCF are subject to a rigorous review process, culminating in a decision by the GCF Board as to whether to support the project. As country ownership is essential, the Accredited Entity needs to submit a No-Objection Letter signed by the NDA of the relevant developing country. The No-Objection Letter should be submitted within 30 days of the proposal itself and can be separate from the proposal.

GCF BOARD DECISION The GCF Secretariat submits a funding proposal package to the GCF Board. This consists of the funding proposal, documents which are required to support the proposal, a No-Objection Letter signed by the NDA, and the GCF Secretariat and ITAP assessments. Accredited Entities may be requested to provide additional clarification about their funding proposal based on the GCF Secretariat and ITAP assessments.

RECEIPT AND COMPLETENESS CHECK The GCF Secretariat first assesses the submitted funding proposal and the technical specifications alongside the documents that need to accompany it. At this stage, the GCF Secretariat may contact the Accredited Entity to discuss the proposal and seek to strengthen the application in advance of further, more detailed review.

The GCF Board – generally meeting three times a year - considers the proposal, with an unanimous decision required. The GCF Board can choose one of three possible decisions: • Approve funding • Approve funding with conditions and/or a request to undertake modifications to the funding proposal • Rejection of a funding proposal

GCF ASSESSMENT GCF SECRETARIAT Following the initial completeness check, the GCF Secretariat undertakes a more detailed assessment of the project proposal, including assessing how it matches GCF investment criteria.

LEGAL ARRANGEMENTS

The Secretariat will also assess compliance with GCF policies, including, but not limited to: (i) fiduciary standards; (ii) risk management; (iii) Environment and Social Safeguards (ESS); (iv) monitoring and evaluation criteria; (v) gender policy; and (vi) legal standards.

Following GCF Board approval of a funding proposal, the GCF Secretariat negotiates with the Accredited Entity in order to sign a Funded Activity Agreement. The implementation phase of the project or programme will start with the transfer of funds from the GCF to the Accredited Entity. The Accredited Entity will launch and oversee the implementation of activities included in the approved project as well as the monitoring and evaluation process that will continue until the completion of the project.

Once the proposal has passed this initial review stage, the GCF Secretariat will pass on its assessment, along with the submitted proposal and supporting documents, to the Independent Technical Advisory Panel (ITAP).

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Guide to GCF Chapter 4 - Meeting Approval Criteria

Chapter 4: Meeting Approval Criteria

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Guide to GCF Chapter 4 - Meeting Approval Criteria

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Guide to GCF Chapter 4 - Meeting Approval Criteria

GCF INVESTMENT CRITERIA All project and programme proposals submitted to the GCF will be assessed according to the Fund’s strategic impact areas (Chapter 1, Page 7) and evaluated against the GCF’s investment criteria (IPSCEN). “IPSCEN” COMPLIANCE

IMPACT POTENTIAL

Potential of the programme/project to contribute to the Fund’s objectives to shift towards low-emision and climate resilient sustainable development.

PARADIGM SHIFT POTENTIAL

Degree to which the proposed activity can catalyse impact beyond a one-off project or programme investment. How scalable and replicable is the project? How innovative and transformative is it?

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL

Wider benefits and priorities. Will the project/programme deliver meaningful environmental, social, and economic co-benefits and have a gender-sensitive development impact?

COUNTRY OWNERSHIP

Ownership of beneficiary country and capacity to implement the proposed project of and capacity to implement a funded project. How well does the project fit within the beneficiary country’s existing policies, climate strategies and institutions?

EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS

Economic and, if appropriate, financial soundness of the project. For mitigation-specific projects, how cost-effective is it and how much co-financing will it bring? (Minimum concessionality test)

NEEDS OF THE RECIPIENT

Vulnerability and financing needs of the beneficiary country. To what extent does the project address vulnerable groups, barriers to financing and level of exposure to climate risks within the country?

Green Climate Fund Handbook

Guide to GCF Chapter 4 - Meeting Approval Criteria

NO-OBJECTION CRITERIA The NDA has set up the no-objection criteria to help guide the GCF project proposal review and assessment in Thailand. These no-objection criteria are designed to ensure alignment and consistency between a project/programme and national policies as well as strategic plans. This ensures that project ideas respond to the

priority areas and needs identified in the Thailand Country Programme (TCP) and do comply with the relevant laws and regulations. The NDA will carefully review the project/programme proposal and check whether it respects three main assessment pillars:

Country Ownership

Responsive to Country and Recipients Needs

Environmental and Social Safeguards and Gender Policy

Key criteria: (1) Coherence with existing national climate change policies and strategies (2) Stakeholder engagement

Key criteria: (1) Contribution to emission reduction targets as indicated in Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NDC (2) Contribution to climate resillience (3) Vulnerability of the country and vulnerable group (4) Economic and social development level of the country and target populations (5) Strengthening institutional and implementation capacity of relevant institutions and stakeholder groups

Key criteria: (1) Social Safeguards (2) Environmental safeguards (3) Gender-sensitive development impact

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Introduction

Thailand joins the global effort on climate change through setting the ambitious strategies and targets under national policies and plans. A key step in turning the country’s climate action aspirations into reality is by identifying short-term and long-term projects/programmes, investment priorities, and strategic initiatives that will help realize a paradigm shift in achieving low-emission and climate-resilient development. To provide a strategic framework that sets out national priorities and support areas in the field of climate change, the Thailand Country Programme (TCP) on climate change has been developed based on the GCF’s Country Programming guidelines and relevant national strategies and policies on climate change. Aiming for holistic and sustainable results, the TCP shall not exclusively serve as a framework for engagement with the GCF, but establishes an inclusive framework that provides guidance for any type of stakeholder on needed climate investments in Thailand.

is expected to contribute to the following outcomes: •

Strengthened engagement and collaboration on climate action with a broad range of stakeholders including sector ministries, local institutions, international organizations and donors, private sector and civil society;

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Consistent matching of national climate change priorities with appropriate domestic or international climate finance sources; and,

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Improved alignment of policies, a better monitoring system of climate action and the mutualization of resources and co-benefits resulting from climate change actions.

The TCP shall be reviewed and adjusted every five years or as appropriate to reflect the latest developments of relevant national and international climate policy regime. As more knowledge becomes available on the implementation mechanisms of the Paris Agreement and as Thailand integrates these into its national (climate) policies, the TCPs’ prioritized support areas shall be updated to address the country’s most pressing needs in terms of technology transfer, technical assistance and financial support in order to achieve the target of a 2025% GHG emission reduction by 2030, while increasing the country’s resilience to adverse climate risks.

The TCP is designed as a tool and an overarching reference document for engaging with a broad range of domestic and international stakeholders, including the GCF and other (international) climate funds and donors, to contribute to the achievement of Thailand’s long-term vision of a “low-carbon and resilient society”. The document will guide any entity - domestic or international - willing to develop and submit project proposals in the fields of climate change mitigation and adaptation as well as in cross-cutting areas. The TCP 33

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Measures Required for Financial Support in Climate Change

Climate Change Adaption

(a) Information Management on Climate Change Adaptation

(b) Climate Projection and Risk Assessment

Change-Related Disaster Relief

(d) Climate Insurance Scheme

(e) Awareness Raising and Capacity Building for Climate Change Adaptation

(f) Private Sector Engagement on Climate Resilience

(g) Tools and Instruments for Climate Change Adaptation

(a) Water Resources, Flood and Drought Management

(b) Agriculture and Food Security (c) Tourism

Climate Change Adaptation Priority Areas

(d) Public Health

(e) Natural Resources and Environment

(f) Human Settlement and Security

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(a) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Information Management

(b) GHG Reduction Policy and MRV System Development

Creating an Enabling Environment

(c) Tools and Instruments for Climate Change Mitigation Deployments (d) Awareness Raising and Capacity Building on Climate Change Mitigation

(e) Private Sector Engagement in Climate Change Mitigation

(a) Energy

(b) Transportation (c) Energy Consumption in Buildings and Construction

Climate Change Mitigation Priority Areas

(d) Industry

(e) Waste Management

(f) Agriculture

(g) Forestry

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Measures Required for Financial Support in Climate Change 1.1 CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION 1.1.1 CREATING AN ENABLING ENVIRONMENT

1) Information Management on Climate Change Adaptation a. Information exchange and Database Management Systems (DBMS) of climate change adaptation. b. Regional cooperation in developing databases and/or Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems for climate change adaptation. 2) Climate Projection and Risk Assessment a. Tools and techniques for weather forecasting and climate projection. b. Climate risk assessment and risk mapping for national agencies using a variety of techniques and approaches, including advanced computation and pragmatic research paradigms. 3) Early Warning Systems and Surveillance Networks for Climate Change-Related Disaster Relief

a. Early warning systems and surveillance networks to enhance adaptive capacities to climate change-related disasters. b. Preventative and responsive measures for climate change-related disaster across all sectors, especially the health, agriculture, tourism and human settlement. c. Deployment of new technologies and local wisdom for climate change disaster relief. 4) Climate Insurance Scheme a. Climate insurance scheme for natural disasters and comprehensive risk management throughout the supply chains and product service systems. b. Financial, investment, and marketing schemes and mechanisms supporting climate insurance schemes for the agricultural, tourism, health, industrial, residential and commercial sectors. 5) Awareness Raising and Capacity Building for Climate Change Adaptation a. Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA) programmes on the impacts, risks and opportunity costs arising from climate change. b. Research and Development (R&D) and training on technology, techniques and knowledge base required for adaptation. 36

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Transfer of knowledge and local wisdom along with the creation of adaptation collaboration network with community-based approach.

d. Stakeholder engagement to raise awareness and build the adaptive capacities. 6) Private Sector Engagement on Climate Resilience a. Promote Risk-Informed Decision-Making (RIDM) and private sector investments to limit disaster losses. This will secure business continuity and stability amidst the climate events while also providing new business opportunities. b. Reduce vulnerability and enhance adaptive capacity in the private sector, particularly among marginalized communities (socially disadvantaged communities), women, migrant workers, the urban poor, indigenous peoples, the elderly, and children. 7) Tools and Instruments for Climate Change Adaptation a. Financial mechanisms and national budgetary provisions to promote the development of climate resilience projects and / or programmes. b. Domestic and international financial tools and mechanisms for adaptation. c. Decision making tools for adaptation initiatives, such as Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA), Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), and Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA). d. Market-based Instruments (MbIs) or Economic Incentives (EI) to promote investment in adaptation. e. Climate finance tracking and monitoring programmes to analyse and evaluate access to international financing for adaptation (as an index flow of international funding under Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adaptation plan). f. Handbooks to support the government agencies, planners, and stakeholders required to conduct needs assessments and develop technological action plans, to maximise best practices and access to multilateral and bilateral sources of international funding.

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1.1.2 CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION PRIORITY AREAS

1) Water Resources, Flood and Drought Management a. Management of water resources and river basins (including consideration of water footprint standard models) to facilitate effective water distribution along with flood and drought preparedness. b. Management of water retention areas and prevention of significant change in land use in lowlands to increase the efficiency of water management. c. Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) in conjunction with land use planning to reduce risk from flooding and drought. d. Participation of agricultural and general users of water in irrigated areas and collaboration with related agencies in Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA). e. Enhancing distribution networks (aqueduct or canal) and water infrastructure management for climate change adaptation. f. Improving retention and drainage capacities of irrigation systems. g. Afforestation, reforestation and ecological restoration to establish community-based disaster preparedness. 2) Agriculture and Food Security a. Enhancing disaster preparedness and adaptive capacity towards climate change impacts in the agriculture sector. b. Environmentally friendly agricultural produce and sustainable food security based on the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, and the application of sustainable and precision agriculture, especially among small-holding farmers. c. Application of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadejâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Theory on the management of land and water resources for agricultural use, to achieve proper resources allocation and economic diversity at the household level. d. Community forest management for sustainable food security at the community level. e. Development of markets and value-adding processes for agricultural produce using the latest agricultural innovations. f.

Early warning systems, risk mapping, climate risk insurance system for crop cultivation, livestock, fisheries and establish farmers surveillance networks.

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3) Tourism a. Ecotourism and sustainable tourism to ensure climate resilience of tourist destinations and the service sector in accordance with the Tourism Authority of Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 7 Greens Concept, which are: (1) Green Heart (promote awareness); (2) Green Logistics (transportation); (3) Green Attraction (tourist destinations management model); (4) Green Communities (local tourism model); (5) Green Activities; (6) Green Service; and (7) Green Plus (social responsibility). b. Climate risk reduction in potential hotspots (vulnerable and major tourist destinations and / or groups) through the integration with Tourism Management Plan and Tourism Promotion Scheme. c. Certification standards, new activity models, environmentally friendly tourism models, and economic tools, such as the Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) principle and insurance schemes, etc. d. Development and management of man-made tourist destinations to avoid adverse effects arising from climate change and limit the dependence on natural resources. 4) Public Health a. Climate change health impacts assessment (physical, mental and societal health). b. Medical services and facilities provisioning; establishing effective early warning and surveillance systems for climate-related emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases and natural disasters. 5) Natural Resources and Environment a. Conservation and restoration of natural resources and ecosystems, enhancing local communitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; preparedness, and systematically monitoring and evaluation to increase ecological integrity. b. Promote sustainable utilization and adaptive capacities of the ecosystems in conservation areas, particularly the Vulnerable Ecosystems and those which are home to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. c. Marine ecosystem conservation and coastal rehabilitation research and planning to strengthen the carrying capacity and coastal protection. d. Natural resource and ecosystem services appraisal tools to facilitate climate change adaptation. 39

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e. Creating an enabling environment for natural resources and ecosystem conservation through the introduction and implementation of relevant economic instruments, wherein the private sector contributes to the Payment for Environmental Services (PES) schemes, along with implementation of other models in a similar vein (e.g. forest bonds, Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Developing Countries Programme: REDD+) f. Climate change adaptation research and planning to strengthen the carrying capacity of natural resources and environmental protection. 6) Human Settlement and Security a. Reduction of risk, loss and damage arising from natural disasters which tend to come in two categories: 1) extreme weather events and 2) slow on-set events. This will be facilitated by enhancing the capability of national agencies, local communities, and the public, including an education system with an improved curriculum and learning environment. b. Resilience to future climate risks through the development of climate and disaster proof infrastructure, updating land use planning and revising building codes to suit future climate change. c. Facilitating National Preparedness and Disaster Management Systems by developing composite index to measure climate change vulnerability, coping range, and adaptive capacity at all levels. An assessment of livelihood and ecological services value shall be made for economic analysis of local-based adaptation processes and measures. 7) Land Use Planning for Local Adaptation Plan a. Land use planning tools which provide the local community with adaptation preparedness. b. Decision making and management support tools enabling local decision makers and planners to effectively execute integrated adaptation action plans.

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1.2 CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION 1.2.1 CREATING AN ENABLING ENVIRONMENT

1) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Information Management a. Information exchange and database management system (DBMS) of GHG management. b. Development and implementation of GHG inventory, GHG registry, GHG Measurement Reporting and Verification (MRV) System, along with other reporting mechanisms requested by the UNFCCC. This is to increase the transparency of Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s GHG mitigation efforts across national, regional, and global levels. 2) GHG Reduction Policy and MRV System Development a. GHG reduction potential and options evaluation for all sectors and subsectors, reflecting the current (baseline) level of GHG emissions. b. GHG emission scenario and projections in order to determine mitigation options, along with the effects on abatement cost curve. c. GHG emission Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) frameworks to support the development and implementation of GHG reduction measures. d. Institutional framework on legislation and regulations relevant to achieving the reduction target and MRV implementation. e. Policy, standards, criteria and initiatives to mobilize Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s low carbon development. 3) Tools and Instruments for Climate Change Mitigation Deployments a. Financial mechanisms and national budgetary provisions to support the development of mitigation projects and/or plans. b. Domestic and international financial instruments and mechanisms for climate change mitigation. c. Market-based Instruments (MbIs) or Economic Incentives (EIs) to promote low carbon investments and services that employed mitigation innovation, such as carbon pricing mechanisms (carbon tax and carbon trading), financial instruments and mechanisms, green banking, etc. d. Decision-making support tools for mitigation initiatives, such as Marginal Abatement Cost (MAC), Strategic Environment Assessment (SEA), Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA), Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) and Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA), etc.

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e. Climate finance tracking and monitoring programmes to analyse and evaluate access to international financing for climate change mitigation (to be used as indicators of the flow of international funding under Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mitigation plan). f. Handbooks for government agencies, planners, and stakeholders required to conduct needs assessments and develop technological action plans so as to maximise best practices and access to international funding. Such handbooks should also list the multilateral and bilateral sources of international funding. g. Provisioning of mitigation tools and capabilities through private sector investment in all areas and sectors. 4) Awareness Raising and Capacity Building on Climate Change Mitigation a.

Campaign to raise awareness of all aspects of low-carbon development through a variety of channels to reach all target audiences.

b. Strengthen capacities and knowledge on mitigation, including the development and deployment of low emission technologies among the public, central government agencies, and local government agencies. c. Domestic and international cooperation on mitigation via research and development, investment and technology transfer. d. Creating an enabling environment for mitigation through the comprehensive use of public relations and communications at local level, ministry level and/or national level. e. Capacity building and skills training for the workforce in the industrial and other sectors related with mitigation practices. 5) Private Sector Engagement in Climate Change Mitigation a. Voluntary Emission Reduction (VER) and corporate social responsibility (CSR) mitigation activities, such as carbon offsetting, carbon labelling, participation in the voluntary carbon market, etc. b. Enhancing the private sectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mitigation capacity through investment incentives and incentivising financial institutions to provide investment funding for mitigation projects.

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1.2.2 CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION PRIORITY AREAS

1) Energy a. Implementation of low-carbon power generation approaches, energy efficiency programmes, and renewable energy utilization, in accordance with the Power Development Plan 2015 (PDP 2015), Energy Efficiency Development Plan (EEDP 2015) and Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP 2015). b. Infrastructure provision and support programmes for the private sector to increase the efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in the energy sector. c. Investment in low-carbon and environmentally friendly energy production technologies. d. Research, knowledge and skills base concerning low-carbon innovations at all levels of the energy sector. e. Use of environmentally friendly, waste-generated and renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, biogas, bio-waste, etc. 2) Transportation a. Efficiency enhancement of the transportation systems and logistics networks (e.g. road, maritime and rail) of Thailand, especially in major cities. b. Sustainable transport management through the promotion of nonmotorised transport (NMT) and road-to-rail modal shift for freight and passenger transport. c. Low-carbon transport infrastructure development at national and municipal level, such as electric vehicles (EVs), mass rapid transport (MRT) and high-speed rail. d. Investment and R&D into high efficiency and environmental friendly vehicles, such as hybrid and high efficiency engines, electric vehicles, eco-cars, including tax structures which incentivise the development and adoption of such vehicles. e. Use of alternative energy in transportation systems, such as biodiesel, gasohol, and compressed bio-methane (CBM). f. Incentivising a modal shift to low-carbon transportation among the general public, such as encouraging the use of bicycles, etc. 3) Energy Consumption in Buildings and Construction a. Energy efficient technology and residential and commercial buildings management to achieve energy efficiency of cooling 43

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and ventilation systems, lighting systems (LEDs) and other home appliances. b. Use of renewable energy in hybrid energy systems such as solar-powered heating in large and small buildings as well as implementing stricter building codes concerning energy efficiency. c. Environmentally friendly materials, technology, design and construction approaches. d. Research, knowledge, skills, and expertise regarding low-carbon and environmentally friendly innovations at all levels. 4) Industry a. Energy efficiency and investment in environmental friendly industrial processes. b. Utilization of environmentally friendly, waste-generated and renewable energy sources, such as solar energy, bio-energy, and bio-gas, etc. c. GHG reduction in Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU), such as the use of environmentally friendly coolants in the food processing and cooling industry, improving the production process of the ceramics industry, etc. d. Research, knowledge, skills, and expertise in low-carbon and environmentally friendly innovations for industrial production at all levels. 5) Waste Management a. Integrated Waste Management (IWM) principles across the lifecycle of waste. Prioritising the approaches and measures according to the waste hierarchy, waste reduction at the sources, and the 3 Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). b. Manage waste and utilize suitable clean technologies by: (1) waste reduction; (2) resource maximisation; (3) waste to energy techniques, such as Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) production, methane recovery, etc. c. Legislation and regulations on waste management including hazardous waste and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). d. Research, knowledge, skills, and expertise regarding low-carbon and environmentally friendly waste management innovations at all level. 44

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6) Agriculture a. Low GHG emission and environmentally friendly agriculture practices resulting in environmental co-benefits, such as increased income for the farmer and reduced GHG emissions. b. Capacity building for farmers to accommodate GHG reduction agricultural technologies, promote good agricultural practice (GAP), and reduce burning in farming processes with private sector collaboration. c. R&D and transfer of low GHG emissions and environmentally friendly agricultural technology. d. Agricultural productivity and efficiency enhancement to reduce cultivation area. 7) Forestry a. Conservation, sustainable management, reforestation and afforestation to increase carbon sinks with participatory approaches and social, natural resources and environment safeguarding mechanisms. b. National and international support on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation and foster conservation, sustainable management of forests and enhancement of forest carbon stocks in developing countries (REDD + mechanism) to ensure sustainability and co-beneficial aspects (adaptation and mitigation). 8) Urban Planning a. Green urban planning and implementation. b. Expansion of urban green spaces to act as carbon dioxide sinks, lessen air pollution and reduce GHG emissions in major cities. c. Private sector and non-government organisations (NGOs) contribution to low carbon and sustainable city strategies, along with the co-benefits quantification of GHG reduction and related management for low carbon and sustainable cities (for both liveable and climate resilience cities).

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PROJECT/PROGRAMME EVALUATION – TECHNICAL SCORING CRITERIA / INDICATORS

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CRITERIA 1: PROMOTION OF COUNTRY OWNERSHIP Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and score at 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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1.1 COMPLIANCE WITH RELEVANT LAWS AND CONSISTENCY WITH THAILAND’S CLIMATE CHANGE POLICIES a.

Compliance with laws, regulations and/or statutes of Thailand.

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c. Supports implementation of adaptation actions.

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d. Supports implementation of mitigation actions.

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A score of 0: the project does not fully comply with the laws, regulations and/or statutes of Thailand. A score of 1: the project fully complies with the laws, regulations and/ or statutes of Thailand. A score of 2: the project fully complies with the laws, regulations and/or statutes of Thailand as well as the related international laws, regulations and/or statutes. A score of 0: the project is not consistent with Thailand’s climate change policies and plans. A score of 1: the project is fully consistent with Thailand’s climate change policies and plans. A score of 2: the project is fully consistent with Thailand’s climate change policies and plans, and supports or is relevant to other national policies and plans. A score of 0: the project does not support the implementation of adaptation actions. A score of 1: the project supports the implementation of adaptation actions in the sectors stated in the Climate Change Master Plan 2015-2050 A score of 2: the project supports the implementation of adaptation actions with co-benefits to various sectors and/or relevant to mitigation actions. A score of 0: the project does not support the implementation of mitigation actions. A score of 1: the project supports the implementation of mitigation action in the sectors stated in the Climate Change Master Plan 2015-2050. A score of 2: the project supports the implementation of mitigation actions with co-benefits to the various sectors and/or relevant to adaptation actions.

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1.2 STAKEHOLDER PARTICIPATION Remarks: Stakeholder participation comprises of two aspects, (1) levels of participation and (2) the constituent stakeholders of the project, especially the local communities and other parties involved. a. The project clearly defines the objectives of stakeholder participation, such as to be informed, to collect data, or to put measures into practice.

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b. Stakeholder participation is facilitated via guidelines, handbooks, etc.

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A score of 0: the project does not define the objectives of stakeholder participation. A score of 1: the project defines the objectives of stakeholder participation at the local level. A score of 2: the project defines the objectives of stakeholder participation at the local level and is practicable, especially for the vulnerable groups. A score of 0: the stakeholders do not participate in the implementation of the project. A score of 1: the stakeholders participate in the project through meetings and public hearings. A score of 2: the project allows stakeholders to participate in the decision-making process.

CRITERIA 2: CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACT POTENTIAL Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and achieve a score of 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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2.1 SIGNIFICANT GHG EMISSION REDUCTION OVER THE ENTIRE IMPLEMENTATION PERIOD. Remarks: 1) Based on a year-on-year comparison of GHG emission reduction “with and without the project” over the implementation period. 2) According to the Kyoto Protocol, GHGs comprise of Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Methane (CH4), Nitrous Oxide (N2O), Hydrofluorocarbon (HFCs), Perfluorocarbon (PFCs), and Sulphur Hexacarbon (SF6). a.

GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) compared to baseline.

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A score of 0: When compared to baseline, no difference between GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) is found with or without the project. A score of 1: GHG emissions with the project are less than emissions without the project. A score of 2: GHG emissions reduction with the project are greater than 50% of the baseline level.

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b. Plans/measures/activities which provide evidence of monitoring and evaluation of GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) during and/ or after implementation of the project.

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A score of 0: there is no evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) during and/or after the implementation of the project. A score of 1: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) during and/or after the implementation of the project. A score of 2: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate GHG emissions (CO2 equivalent) during and/or after the project which are also relevant to government implementation.

2.2 BUILDING CLIMATE RESILIENCE (adaptation: reorganize and evolve into more desirable configurations that improve the sustainability of the system to be better prepared for future climate change impacts). a. Plans/measures/activities to build climate resilience.

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A score of 0: the project contains no plans/measures/activities to build climate resilience.

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A score of 1: the project contains plans/measures/activities to build climate resilience in accordance with the Climate Change Master Plan 2015-2050.

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b. Plans/measures/activities which provide evidence of climate resilience monitoring and evaluation during and/or after implementation of the project.

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A score of 2: the project contains plans/measures/activities to build climate resilience which are practicable and measurable. A score of 0: there is no evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate resilience during and/or after the implementation of the project. A score of 1: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate resilience during and/or after the implementation of the project. A score of 2: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate resilience during and/or after the implementation of the project, which are also relevant to government implementation.

2.3 BUILDING CLIMATE ROBUSTNESS (adaptation: absorb stresses and maintain function in the face of external stresses imposed by climate change). a. Plans/measures/activities to build climate robustness.

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A score of 0: the project contains no plans/measures/activities to build climate robustness. A score of 1: the project contains plans/measures/activities to build climate robustness in accordance with the Climate Change Master Plan 2015-2050. A score of 2: the project contains plans/measures/activities to build climate robustness which are practicable and measurable.

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b. Plans/measures/activities which show evidence of climate robustness monitoring and evaluation during and/or after project implementation.

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A score of 0: there is no evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate robustness during and/or after implementation of the project. A score of 1: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate robustness during and/or after implementation of the project. A score of 2: there is evidence of plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate climate robustness during and/or after implementation of the project which are also relevant government implementation.

2.4 CLIMATE CHANGE AND NATURAL DISASTER ORGANIZATIONS OR NETWORKS ESTABLISHED IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES (including projections and trends) Remarks: Based on the Environmental Quality Management Plan 2017 – 2021 and the Climate Change Master Plan 2015 - 2050. a. The number of climate change and natural disaster organizations or networks established in local communities (the surrounding areas of the project).

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A score of 0: there are no climate change and natural disaster organizations or networks established in the local communities (the surrounding areas of the project).

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A score of 1: there are climate change and natural disaster organizations or networks established in the local communities (the surrounding areas of the project).

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A score of 2: there are community-based climate change and natural disaster organizations or networks

CRITERIA 3: PARADIGM SHIFT POTENTIAL Remarks: Project proposals of all types (mitigation/adaptation) must achieve a score of 1 or higher in at least one indicator within the category.

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3.1 UPSCALING CAPABILITY a.

Scale-up potential of the project.

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A score of 0: the project has no scale-up potential. A score of 1: the project has scale-up potential but limited to the area/ party directly involved. A score of 2: the project has scale-up potential for more than one area/party that is directly or indirectly involved.

3.2 REPLICABILITY a. Replicability of project implementation in other areas

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A score of 0: the project is not replicable. A score of 1: the project is replicable in other areas after suitable adjustments. A score of 2: the project is replicable in other areas without requiring changes.

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3.3 DEVELOPMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND LEARNING PROCESSES IN THE SOCIETY a. Plans/measures/activities to develop knowledge and learning processes in society.

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A score of 0: the project has no plans/measures/activities to develop knowledge and learning processes. A score of 1: the project has plans/measures/activities to develop knowledge and learning processes among those who are directly involved. A score of 2: the project has plans/measures/activities to develop knowledge and learning processes in wider society.

3.4 MARKET AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION TOWARDS NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION Remarks: Social development in this context means the transformation of society towards the desired outcomes or plans. a. Plans/measures/activities for market and/or social transformation towards natural resources and environmental conservation.

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A score of 0: the project has no plans/measures/activities for market and/or social transformation towards natural resources and environmental conservation. A score of 1: the project has plans/measures/activities for market and/or social transformation towards natural resources and environmental transformation. A score of 2: the project has plans/measures/activities for market and/ or social transformation towards natural resources and environmental conservation in accordance with government policies.

3.5 SUPPORTING POLICIES AND PLANS FOR CLIMATE CHANGE TECHNOLOGY a. Plans/measures/activities to support climate change technology policy and planning which facilitate investment in related activities and technology.

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A score of 0: the project has no evidence of plans/measures/activities to support climate change technology policy and planning which facilitates investment in related activities and technology. A score of 1: the project has plans/measures/activities to support climate change technology policy and planning which facilitate investment in related activities and technology at project level. A score of 2: the project has plans/measures/activities to support climate change technology policy and planning which facilitate investment in related activities and technology at community level.

3.6 SUPPORTING THE USE OF LOCAL WISDOM IN ADAPTATION AND/OR MITIGATION ACTIONS a. Local wisdom is integrated into the planning or implementation of adaptation and/or mitigation actions.

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A score of 0: the project shows no integration of local wisdom into the planning and implementation of adaptation and/or mitigation actions.

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A score of 1: the project shows the integration of local wisdom into the planning and implementation of adaptation and/or mitigation actions.

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A score of 2: the project shows integration of local wisdom into the planning and implementation of adaptation and/or mitigation actions which are sustained after the completion of the project.

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CRITERIA 4: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and achieve a score of 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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4.1 BENEFITS TO NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT Remarks: The number of annual international cooperation activities regarding natural resources and environment is based on the Environmental Quality Management Plan 2017 – 2021. a. Benefits to natural resources and the environment arising from the project.

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A score of 0: the project has no plans/ measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s benefits to natural resources and the environment. A score of 1: the project has plans/ measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s benefits to natural resources and the environment. A score of 2: the project has plans/ measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s benefits to natural resources and the environment which are also relevant to government implementation. A score of 0: the project does not confer any benefit to natural resources and the environment. A score of 1: the project confers benefits to natural resources and the environment at the national level. A score of 2: the project confers benefits to natural resources and the environment at the international level.

4.2 BENEFITS TO SOCIETY Remarks Benefit to society entails an improved quality of life, reduced vulnerability, increased resilience, strengthen food and energy security, etc. a. Benefits to society arising from the project.

b. Plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the benefits to society arising from the project.

• A score of 0: the project does not confer any benefits to society. • A score of 1: the project confers benefits to society at the national level. • A score of 2: the project confers benefits to society at international level. • A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the benefits to society arising from the project. • A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the benefits to society arising from the project. • A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the benefits to society arising from the project which is are also relevant to government implementation.

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4.3 ECONOMIC BENEFITS Remarks: Economic benefits consist of: (1) innovation, (2) competitive advantage, and (3) employment. a. Economic benefits arising from the project.

b. Plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate economic benefits arising from the project.

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A score of 0: the project confers no economic benefits. A score of 1: the project confers economic benefits at the national level. A score of 2: the project confers economic benefits at the international level. A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate economic benefits arising from the project. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate economic benefits arising from the project. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate economic benefits arising from the project which are also relevant to government implementation.

CRITERIA 5: RESPONSIVENESS TO THE NEEDS OF RECIPIENTS. Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and achieve a score of 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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5.1 DOMESTIC SOCIOECONOMIC AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT a. Plans/measures/activities for domestic socioeconomic and/ or environmental development.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities for domestic socioeconomic and/or environmental development. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities for domestic socioeconomic and/or environmental development over a period of 1 – 10 years. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities for domestic socioeconomic and/or environmental development over a period of 10 years and beyond.

5.2 CAPACITY BUILDING FOR DOMESTIC AGENCIES AND/OR TARGET POPULATIONS Remarks: Capacity building for domestic agencies and/or target populations, such as extreme events and negative impacts preparedness programmes for related agencies and/or populations at risk. a. Plans/measures/activities to build climate change capacity of domestic agencies and/or target populations.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to build climate change capacity of domestic agencies and/or target populations. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to build climate change capacity of domestic agencies and/or target populations. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to build climate change capacity of domestic agencies and/or target populations during which are sustained after the project completion.

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5.3 SUPPORTS FOR SOCIO-CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT Remarks: Socio-cultural development activities include measures to improve society, culture, health and sanitation, public health, infrastructure, etc. a. Plans/measures/activities to support socio-cultural development.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to support sociocultural development. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to support sociocultural development. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to support socio-cultural development which is also relevant to other spheres of development.

5.4 RESPONSIVENESS TO VULNERABLE AREAS, ISSUES OR POPULATIONS Remarks Vulnerability refers to negative impact or risks arising from climate change, such as economic disparity, employment, health factors, migration and resettlement. a. The project enables coordinated planning and/or implementation that appropriately benefits vulnerable areas, issues or populations.

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A score of 0: the project does not appropriately benefit vulnerable areas, issues or populations. A score of 1: the project appropriately benefits vulnerable areas, issues or populations. A score of 2: the project appropriately benefits vulnerable areas, issues or populations and further national climate change policy.

CRITERIA 6: FINANCIAL EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS (INVESTMENT PROJECTS ONLY) Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and achieve a score of 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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6.1 LEVEL OF FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS AND MODALITIES a. Amount of funding and/or financial support for project implementation in Thailand.

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A score of 0: the project does not indicate amount of funding and/or financial support for project implementation in Thailand. A score of 1: the project indicates amount of funding and/or financial support for project implementation in Thailand. A score of 2: the project indicates amount of funding and/or financial support for project implementation in Thailand along with the economic benefits conferred to Thailand after the conclusion of the project. A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s finances. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s finances. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to monitor and evaluate the project’s finances which can also be linked to the relevant national budgetary systems.

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6.2 INVESTMENT FEASIBILITY Remarks: Investment feasibility refers to the study and analysis of the various aspects of the project to ensure that the chosen project is practicable, offers a suitable Return on Investment (ROI), and represents an effective use of resources without any negative environmental and social repercussions, and ultimately that the project can fulfil its objectives within the budgetary and time limits set. a. There is a suitable Return on Investment (ROI) for the project.

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A score of 0: ROI for the project cannot be determined. A score of 1: ROI for the project can be determined. A score of 2: ROI for the project can be determined with a clearly defined timeframe.

6.3 APPLICATION OF SUITABLE ECONOMIC INSTRUMENTS OR BUSINESS MODELS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A PROJECT/PROGRAMME Remarks: 1) “Economic Instruments” are measures designed to influence or change the behaviour of the producers and consumers to the benefit of the economy which may increase the cost to the producers and consumers. Economic instruments include (but are not limited to), tax, duties, interest rates, deposits and refunds, etc. 2) “Business Models” are the manner in which an organization organizes and deploys resources to achieve maximum value and benefit from goods or services. a. Plans/measures/activities showing the use of suitable economic instruments and business models.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities showing the use of suitable economic instruments and business models A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities showing the use of suitable economic instruments and business models. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities showing the use of suitable economic instruments and business models in accordance with national fiscal policy.

CRITERIA 7: ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS AND GENDER POLICY Remarks: All project proposals (mitigation/adaptation) must be relevant and score at 1 or higher for every indicator in this category.

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7.1 MANAGEMENT OF SOCIAL RISK AND IMPACT Remark: Management of social risk and impact entails 1) pre-emptive and preventive actions, 2) mitigation and alleviation, and 3) remediation and compensation. a. Plans/measures/activities to reduce social risk and impact arising from the project.

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7.2 STAKEHOLDER PARTICIPATION AND COMMUNICATION AND COMPLAINTS MECHANISMS a. Participation, communications and complaints mechanisms available to stakeholders for the duration of the project which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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A score of 0: there are no participation, communications and complaints mechanisms available to stakeholders for the duration of the project which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 1: there are participation, communications and complaints mechanisms available to stakeholders for the duration of the project which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 2: there are participation, communications and complaints mechanisms available to stakeholders for the duration of the project which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

7.3 LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS Remarks: Based on Thai labour and employment law. a. Increased employment rate under the principles of fairness, indiscrimination, and equal opportunity in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations.

b. Plans/measures/activities to ensure employee safety, health, welfare, and protections, especially for the vulnerable, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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A score of 0: the project does not show increased employment rate under the principles of fairness, indiscrimination, and equal opportunity which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 1: the project shows increased employment rate under the principles of fairness, indiscrimination, and equal opportunity which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

• A score of 2: the project shows increased employment rate under the principles of fairness, indiscrimination, and equal opportunity, which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. • A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to ensure employee safety, health, welfare, and protections, especially for the vulnerable, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. • A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to ensure employee safety, health, welfare, and protections, especially for the vulnerable, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. • A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to ensure employee safety, health, welfare, and protections, especially for the vulnerable, which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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7.4 COMMUNITY HEALTH, SAFETY, AND LIVELIHOOD a. Plans/measures/activities to prevent or control the negative impact on community health and safety arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to prevent or control the negative impact on community health and safety arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to prevent or control the negative impact on community health and safety arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to prevent or control the negative impact on community health and safety arising from the project which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

7.5 RESOURCE EFFICIENCY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION a. Plans/measures/activities to prevent or control pollution arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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b. Plans/measures/activities to ensure the sustainable use of resources in accordance with the relevant national policies.

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A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to prevent or control pollution arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to prevent or control pollution arising from the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to prevent or control pollution arising from the project which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to ensure the sustainable use of resources in accordance with the relevant national policies. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to ensure the sustainable use of resources in accordance with the relevant national policies. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to ensure the sustainable use of resources in accordance with the relevant national policies which also contribute to the development of future relevant policy frameworks.

7.6 LAND ACQUISITION AND INVOLUNTARY/FORCED RESETTLEMENT a. Plans/measures/activities to avoid or alleviate the negative impact of land acquisition or restrictive covenants, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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b. Plans/measures/activities to improve or restore the livelihood and basic living conditions for the citizens forced to migrate as a result of the project, which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

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A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to avoid or alleviate the negative impact of land acquisition or restrictive covenants, including the provision of land to support the livelihood and resettlement of those affected by the implementation of the project, which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 0: there are no plans/measures/activities to improve or restore the livelihood and basic living conditions for the citizens forced to migrate as a result of the project, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations. A score of 1: there are plans/measures/activities to improve or restore the livelihood and basic living conditions for the citizens forced to migrate as a result of the project which satisfy the domestic legal and regulatory requirements. A score of 2: there are plans/measures/activities to improve or restore the livelihood and basic living conditions for the citizens forced to migrate as a result of the project, including vocational training and retraining to establish sustainable livelihood, which exceed the domestic legal and regulatory requirements.

7.7 PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY a. Plans/measures/activities to promote gender equality in participation, implementation or achieving benefit.

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A score of 0: the project has no plans/measures/activities to promote gender equality in participation, implementation or achieving benefit. A score of 1: the project has plans/measures/activities to promote gender equality in participation, implementation or achieving benefit. A score of 2: the project has plans/measures/activities to promote gender equality in participation, implementation or achieving benefit in a way that is sustained after the completion of the project.

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Annexes ANNEX 1 SAMPLE OF GCF APPROVED PROJECTS

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ANNEX 2 LIST OF ACTIVE ACCREDITED ENTITIES IN THAILAND 1. Asian Development Bank (ADB), a multilateral development bank, headquartered in the Philippines. Its main goal is to reduce poverty in Asia and the Pacific through environmentally sustainable growth. 2. Agence FranĂ§aise de Developpement (AFD), a public international financial institution whose mandate is to contribute to social and economic development through sustainable and inclusive growth, enhancing livelihoods and natural resource management. 3. MUFG Bank, Ltd (formerly, Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.) (MUFG Bank, formerly BTMU), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. 4. Deutsche Bank AktienGesellschaft (Deutsche Bank AG), an international commercial bank headquartered in Germany. The Deutsche Bank sought accreditation to the GCF in order to contribute to the objectives of the GCF by mobilizing funds through a variety of instruments, including loans, equity and guarantees, for implementing scalable, innovative climate change adaptatiwon and mitigation projects including through local small and medium-sized enterprises in developing countries. 5. Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), headquartered in Italy. 6. Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂźr Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH (GIZ), an international organization that supports long-term capacitybuilding and policy reform processes, and operates in all sectors relevant to sustainable development and climate change mitigation and adaptation. 7. HSBC Holdings plc and its subsidiaries (HSBC), an international commercial bank headquartered in the United Kingdom. HSBC sought accreditation to the GCF in order to share its experience and skills to assess the risks associated with infrastructure investment opportunities, as well as to act as an educator, via its climate change centre, offering a dedicated research capability focusing on the investment implications of climate change. 8. International Finance Corporation (IFC), an international organization with a strong global presence and focus on development, primarily in the private sector. 9. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), headquartered in Switzerland, is a non-profit organization. Its overall programme of work focuses on valuing and conserving nature, ensuring effective and equitable governance of its use, and deploying naturebased solutions to global challenges such as climate change. 62

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10. Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

11. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), an international organization with a strong global presence and mandate concentrated on development, with a focus on sustainable development, climate change and disaster resilience, and governance. 12. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), an international entity whose mandate is to promote sustainable development and prudent use of the global environment. 13. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA), together known as the World Bank, is an international organization with a strong global presence and mandate to reduce poverty by promoting sustainable economic development. 14. World Wildlife Fund, Inc. (WWF), an international non-governmental organization. The work of WWF has organized six priority areas for improved environmental management comprising climate, forests, food, freshwater, wildlife and oceans.

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Glossary

Accredited Entity: AE

An entity that is accredited by the GCF Board in accordance with the Governing Instrument and relevant Board Decisions.

Climate Finance

Refers to climate specific supports and financial mechanisms for climate change mitigation and adaptation activities to enable the transitions towards low-carbon, climate-resilient growth and sustainable development through capacity building, technology transfer, and economic development.

Concept Note

A document which provides essential information about a proposal to seek feedback on whether the concept is aligned with the objectives, policies and investment criteria of the GCF.

Country Programme

GCF Country Programme is a living document that presents a countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s climate change priorities with the GCF, including a pipeline of projects that the country would like to develop with the Fund. It provides an action plan that details how projects and programmes are to be developed, the type of entity to partner with, and the readiness and project preparation support needs required.

Delivery Partners

Institutions selected by the National Designated Authority or focal point to implement activities approved under the Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme. Delivery partners provide services such as: development of readiness request proposals; implementation and supervision; fiduciary management; progress reporting; and project completion and evaluation. Delivery partners may be AEs or other institutions assessed to meet the financial management capacities requirements of the Fund.

Direct Access Entity: DAE

Institutions that apply for accreditation through the direct access modality. They are regional, national and sub-national institutions that are nominated by NDA or focal point. They can be public, private or nongovernmental institutions.

Environmental and Social Safeguards: ESS

A set of criteria that aims to address key environmental and social risks in the implementation of activities to be funded by GCF.

Fiduciary Standards

Refers to the basic and specialized fiduciary requirements of the GCF that accredited entities and readiness partners need to comply with depending on the nature of the activities funded by the GCF.

Focal Point

An individual or authority designated by a developing country party to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to fulfil all functions of a National Designated Authority (NDA) on a temporary basis, until it has designated an NDA.

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National Designated Authority: NDA

Glossary

The Fund’s Gender policy aims to ensure the GCF will efficiently contribute to gender equality and will, in return, achieve greater and more sustainable climate change results. The gender policy is applied to all the Fund’s activities, whether implemented by international, regional, national or sub-national, public or private entities or institutions that access GCF’s resources. A core interface and the main point of communication between a country and the GCF. The NDA seeks to ensure that activities supported by the GCF align with strategic national objectives and priorities, and help advance ambitious action on adaptation and mitigation in line with national needs. A key role of NDAs is to provide letters of nomination to direct access entities.

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ONEP. 2018. Thailand Country Programme on Climate Change. Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Bangkok ONEP. 2018. No-Objection Procedures for Green Climate Fund Climate Change Projects in Thailand. Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Bangkok Buchner, Barbara, et al. 2011. “The Landscape of Climate Finance” A CPI Report, Climate Policy Initiative, Venice, Italy. Fayolle, V. and Odianose, S. 2017. Green Climate Fund Proposal toolkit 2017. London: Acclimatise and Climate and Development Knowledge Network. GCF 101. 2518a. A comprehensive guide on how to access the Green Climate Fund. GCF 101. 2018b. Accreditation Process. GCF Funding Proposal Template. 2018. GCF in Brief: About the Fund. 2018. Green Climate Fund. 2013. Business Model Framework: Results Management Framework. GCF/B.05/03. Green Climate Fund. Concept Note User’s Guide. Green Climate Fund. 2015. Engaging with the Green Climate Fund. Green Climate Fund. 2015. Legal and Formal Arrangements with Accredited Entities. GCF/B.09/03. Green Climate Fund. 2015. Financial Terms and Conditions of the Fund’s Instruments. Green Climate Fund. 2016. Interim Risk and Investment Guidelines. GCF/B.13/27/Rev.02. Green Climate Fund. 2011. Governing Instrument for the Green Climate Fund.

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