Governance

CIF’s collaborative governance structure is set up for dialogue, partnership, and transparency, ensuring that all stakeholders have a seat at the table and share their perspective during decision-making processes.

Our governance structure notably features:

Equal representation of donor and recipient countries
Consensus decision-making
Active observer status for private sector, civil society, and Indigenous Peoples’ representatives.

Our Two Funds: CTF and SCF

CIF is composed of two funds: the Clean Technology Fund (CTF) and the Strategic Climate Fund (SCF). Each fund supports different programs focused on specific areas of climate action (see graphic below).

Our funds are each governed by a Trust Fund Committee that oversees and decides on strategic direction, operations, policies and other activities. The CTF and SCF Trust Fund Committees convene in a Joint Meeting to address strategic, legal, and administrative matters pertinent to CIF as a whole and of interest to both committees.

Prior to a reform in 2024, SCF governance was supported by technical committees and sub committees. For legacy documentation connected to these now dissolved committees, see GCAP Sub-Committee, FIP Technical Committee, PPCR Technical Committee, and SREP Technical Committee.

Inclusive Governance

Equal numbers of representatives from contributor and recipient countries serve as decision-making members of CIF's Trust Fund Committees (see full list of members here: CTF and SCF). Each committee is co-chaired by one contributor and one recipient country representatives.

Observers from civil society, Indigenous Peoples, and the private sector join CIF's Trust Fund Committees. They have an important voice, advocating on behalf of their constituents, and can take the floor during proceedings to share their perspective. As CIF’s implementing partners, the Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) also participate in discussions, bringing to the table their deep technical and program expertise. As CIF’s Trustee, IBRD is represented and available to the Committees for questions on relevant matters.

Representatives from other multilateral climate funds and relevant United Nations agencies are encouraged to observe CIF Trust Fund Committee meetings.

Introducing the CIF Secretariat

The Secretariat provides strategic, operational, and administrative support to our Trust Fund Committees, notably ensuring that all CIF activities align with our overarching goals. This includes managing effective coordination and communication among a diverse group of stakeholders, including recipient and contributor countries, MDBs, and observers. Daily operations, including financial management reporting, monitoring of funded projects, evaluations, learning, and communications are also managed by the Secretariat. The CIF Secretariat is hosted by the World Bank. Learn more about our hosting arrangement, and the Secretariat’s roles and responsibilities here.

Meet the CIF Secretariat team here.

Accountability and Transparency

CIF participates in the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) to enhance the transparency of development resources. We also disclose funding information, including contributor pledges and agreements. CIF’s Financial Procedures Agreements (FPA) define legal obligations between the CIF Trustee and each MDB regarding fund disbursement, receipt, and information flow.

Suspected fraud and corruption in CIF-financed operations can be reported through our partner MDBs' accountability and anti-corruption mechanisms. We encourage stakeholders to express concerns and seek recourse through these channels. Access to information ensures transparency and public participation, supported by our state-of-the-art policies. Key resources can be found below.