The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is the world’s family of funds for the environment. As the financial mechanism for six multilateral conventions, it supports countries’ efforts to tackle the root causes of environmental degradation — advancing global goals for nature, climate, and pollution. Over the past three decades, the GEF has been the largest public funder for the environment and provided more than $27 billion in financing, primarily as grants, and mobilized another $155 billion for country-driven priority projects.
GEF Council
The Council, the GEF's main governing body, comprises 32 members appointed by constituencies of member countries.
Organization
The GEF’s governing structure is organized around an Assembly, Council, Secretariat, 18 implementing agencies, a Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel, and the Independent Evaluation Office.
GEF-9: Built Together. Ready to Deliver.
The world has made promises to protect nature, safeguard the climate, and beat pollution. The ninth replenishment (GEF-9) is about turning those promises into action. Through integrated solutions, country leadership, and partnership across government, society, and the private sector, the Global Environment Facility is helping countries deliver results for people and planet – from resilient food systems and cleaner cities to healthier ecosystems, stronger communities, and sustainable economies. Built together, GEF-9 is ready to deliver.
Funding
GEF funds are available to developing countries seeking to meet the objectives of international environmental agreements. Support is provided to government agencies, civil society organizations, private sector companies, research institutions, and other partners to implement projects and programs related to environmental conservation, protection, and renewal.
