Research, Decarbonisation and Advisory

From Climate Ambition to International Capital.

We help Nepali projects and institutions access international climate finance by building credible funding strategies, investment cases, and proposals aligned with global funder requirements.

THE CHALLENGE

Nepal Has Climate Needs. The Capital Exists. Access Remains the Challenge.

International climate finance is expanding, but accessing it requires strong project design, credible data, technical documentation, and alignment with complex funding requirements.

Capacity Gaps

Many institutions lack the dedicated technical capacity required to develop complex international funding proposals.

Data Deficits

Funders require credible, verifiable data on climate impact, emissions, safeguards, and project performance.

Technical Requirements

International funders use specialised frameworks, methodologies, templates, and reporting requirements.

Fragmented Opportunities

Projects can miss larger programmatic opportunities when funding efforts remain isolated and disconnected.

WHAT WE OFFER

From Concept to Capital.

We provide end-to-end support to help Nepali projects and institutions navigate international climate finance — from funding strategy and project development to proposal submission and post-award support.

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01 — Funding Landscape Mapping

Identify relevant climate finance opportunities and match projects with appropriate funding windows.

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02 — Project Concept Development

Transform project ideas into compelling concept notes with clear climate impact and investment logic.

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03 — Feasibility & Baseline Studies

Develop the technical evidence, baseline assessments, and studies required by funders.

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04 — MRV Framework Design

Build monitoring, reporting, and verification systems to demonstrate measurable results.

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05 — Data Room Assembly

Organise financial, technical, safeguard, gender, and stakeholder documentation into a complete evidence package.

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06 — Proposal Writing & Submission

Develop and review proposals according to funder requirements, templates, and evaluation criteria.

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07 — Accreditation Support

Support institutions pursuing climate fund accreditation through assessments, policy development, and capacity building.

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08 — Post-Award Support

Continue supporting reporting, compliance, evaluations, disbursements, and grant management after approval.

OUR PROCESS

A Structured Path from Idea to Funding.

We guide projects through each stage of the climate finance journey, from initial eligibility assessment to submission and post-award support.

Step 1:

Scoping & Eligibility Assessment (Week 1-2)

We meet with your team to understand your project, your objectives, and your timeline. We conduct a rapid eligibility assessment against potential funding windows and provide a clear go/no-go recommendation. If your project is not ready for international funding, we tell you honestly—and suggest alternative pathways.

Step 2:

Funding Strategy & Work Plan (Week 3-4)

We map the most promising funding opportunities, develop a tailored strategy, and agree on a work plan with clear milestones, responsibilities, and deliverables. You will know exactly what is expected of your team and what we will handle.

Step 3:

Technical Studies & Data Collection (Week 5-12)

We coordinate or conduct the baseline studies, feasibility assessments, and safeguard analyses required by the funder. We work with your team to collect and organise all necessary data. We provide templates and guidance to make this process as efficient as possible.

Step 4:

Proposal Development & Review (Week 13-20)

We draft the full proposal, share it with you for feedback, and refine it through multiple iterations. We ensure every section is aligned with the funder's requirements. We also prepare you for any interviews or presentations the funder may request.

Step 5:

Submission & Follow-Up (Week 21+)

We manage the submission process, respond to funder queries, and support you through the evaluation and approval stages. If the proposal is successful, we help you navigate the grant agreement and disbursement process.

Who This Is For

Who We Help.

Government Ministries & Departments

Seeking international climate finance for national adaptation and mitigation programmes. We help you translate policy priorities into fundable proposals and build the systems to manage international grants effectively.

Hydropower & Renewable Energy Developers

Looking to structure projects for GCF, ADB, or carbon market revenue. We help you build the investment case, assess eligibility for international support, and access the growing market for renewable energy finance.

Investment Firm/ Institutions

Pursuing GCF accreditation, green credit lines, or blended finance facilities. We support the accreditation process and help you build the pipeline of bankable climate projects that funders require.

NGOs & Civil Society Organisations

Developing community-based adaptation or reforestation projects for donor funding. We help you strengthen your proposals, build credibility with international donors, and manage complex reporting requirements.

Research Institutions & Universities

Seeking grants for climate research, technology transfer, or capacity building. We help you connect your research to policy priorities and international funding windows.

Private Sector Entities

Exploring green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, or climate-focused private equity. We help you structure the investment case and navigate the emerging landscape of private climate finance.

WHY R.D. ADVISORS

Expertise That Helps Projects Move from Ideas to Investment.

We guide projects through each stage of the climate finance journey, from initial eligibility assessment to submission and post-award support.

We understand both sides of the table.

Our team has experience working with funders and with project developers. We know what evaluators look for—and we know how to present Nepali projects in the most compelling light. We have reviewed proposals as insiders and written them as consultants.

We have a 50+ expert network.

We can mobilise climate scientists, financial analysts, safeguard specialists, and gender experts as needed for your project. You get the technical depth of a large firm without the overhead.

We are Nepal-based.

We understand the local context, the regulatory environment, and the specific challenges of developing projects in Nepal's geography and political economy. We know the terrain—literally and figuratively.

We are invested in your success.

We do not just submit a proposal and walk away. We support you through the entire funding cycle, from concept to disbursement. Our success is measured by your success—not by the number of proposals we submit.

START A CONVERSATION

Let's Unlock Climate Finance for Your Project.

Whether you have a fully developed project or an early-stage idea, we can help you identify the right pathway and determine what it takes to move forward.

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