Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL) has launched a week-long series of capacity building workshops and awareness sessions aimed at strengthening Bangladesh’s climate finance ecosystem.
The programme, running from May 17 to 21, 2026, is designed to enhance understanding of global climate finance mechanisms, concessional funding opportunities and access pathways under the Green Climate Fund (GCF), according to a press release.
IDCOL, Bangladesh’s first Direct Access Entity (DAE) to the GCF, said the initiative will bring together representatives from government agencies, financial institutions, private sector organisations and development partners through interactive sessions, technical discussions and knowledge-sharing activities.
As an accredited entity to the GCF, IDCOL plays a key role in facilitating access to international climate finance for climate-resilient and low-emission development projects led by Bangladesh.
Officials said the programme is expected to improve institutional readiness, strengthen project development capacity and enhance coordination among stakeholders working on sustainable development and climate adaptation.
Through the initiative, IDCOL said it is reaffirming its commitment to expanding climate finance solutions and supporting Bangladesh’s transition towards a more resilient and sustainable development pathway.