Climate finance: Earning trust through consistent reporting
Exploring the climate finance reporting landscape, with recommendations for consistent measurement over time and between providers to improve volume and effectiveness.
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Inconsistencies in the way climate finance is reported hinder progress towards global goals. How can we improve the quality and quantity of the finance provided?
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Introduction
Critics question the reported US$115.9 billion spent on climate finance in 2022. We analyse the evidence and put forward reporting recommendations.
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Climate finance statistics: The importance of consistency
We need accurate climate finance data to track progress against global needs and ensure countries pay their fair share. Consistency is vital in achieving this.
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Climate finance reporting: A quantitative review
Climate finance reporting varies widely across both time and countries and data sets are often inconsistent. Could new analysis tools be the solution?
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Bilateral climate finance reporting: A qualitative review
Efforts have been made to harmonise the use of Rio markers in climate finance reporting but problems with consistency remain.
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Conclusion and recommendations
To meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, we need more climate finance, more transparent and detailed reporting, and enhanced guidance on specific approaches.
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Acronyms used in the report
A list of the key terms and acronyms used in this report.
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Glossary of climate finance terms
A glossary of terms used in the report.
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Acknowledgements
Thank you to those who contributed to and supported the publication of this report.
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