Support with climate opportunities, climate risks management and adaptation finance for a Financial Institution in Kenya

adelphi was awarded by Proparco with a framework contract to mainstream climate considerations into the decision-making frameworks and practices of partner FIs. adelphi accompanies participating banks in incorporating climate considerations into their strategies and operations.

adelphi is providing climate technical assistance to one Financial Institution in Kenya, supporting them in streamlining their climate strategy, operationalizing their climate mission and reporting in alignment with international and national standards. The first phase that ran from October 2024 to April 2025 focused on assessing climate-related risks that can affect the bank's portfolio and assessing potential opportunities for the bank in this field. This phase 2 runs from May 2025 to February 2026 and adelphi will support the bank by: 

1) refining the climate strategy and governance structures, 

2) providing guidance on IFRS S2 and Central Bank of Kenya reporting requirements; 

3) refining the due diligence process to facilitate the identification of climate-related risks and potential opportunities; 

4) supporting the design of a new climate product and developing a roll-out plan to support pipeline building; 

5) developing an adaptation catalogue; 

All activities will be accompanied by capacity building sessions for bank staff and management.