ASEAN-UK
Green Transition Fund

Scope of projects

The scope of ASEAN-UK GTF focuses on five pillars:  

Pillar I: Climate Policy and Institutional Capacity Development portfolio

This pillar aims to accelerate ASEAN’s climate action by strengthening institutional capacity, harmonising technical frameworks and expanding access to climate finance. It empowers ASEAN Member States (AMS) to deliver on their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and align with the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement (PA).

It addresses gaps in climate governance and technical readiness, particularly under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). By fostering regional collaboration and shared learning, this pillar unlocks mitigation potential and drives coordinated, effective policy implementation.

Learn more below to see how our portfolio is strengthening ASEAN's collective capacity to deliver transparent, ambitious and impactful climate action.

Pillar II: Green Finance portfolio

This pillar aims to support the development of innovative financing mechanisms and attract investment, while improving the effectiveness,  quality and transparency of climate finance, responding to the needs and priorities of ASEAN Member States (AMS). The Green Finance portfolio will accelerate the flow of investment and finance toward strategic regional climate mitigation interventions. 

Interventions in green finance are anticipated to complement and leverage the work of other ASEAN-UK GTF pillars, notably energy transition, sustainable transportation and Nature-based Solutions. These interventions follow criteria informed by technical analysis from other pillars.

Learn more below to see how our Green Finance portfolio is catalysing green investments and accelerating ASEAN’s transition toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.

Pillar III: Clean and Just Energy Transition portfolio

Pillar III of the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund portfolio encompasses themes that support a clean and just energy transition: developing resilient and flexible power systems that integrate renewables and reduce coal reliance; advancing regional energy transition and investment modelling; promoting a clean and competitive industrial base aligned with international standards; and effectively implementing the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030.

Building on existing ASEAN initiatives such as the ASEAN Power Grid, the ASEAN-UK GTF will support regional exchanges on flexibility, smart grids, energy storage and early diagnostics and pilots for industrial decarbonisation. The GTF provides technical assistance to support ASEAN in adopting the necessary knowledge and technologies for a clean and just transition.

Explore more below to learn how our Clean and Just Energy Transition portfolio is advancing equitable, sustainable energy transitions across the region.

Pillar V: Nature-based Solutions

This pillar aims to support ASEAN Member States (AMS) use nature to reduce emissions and protect communities from climate risks. The activities focus on practical actions for AMS to put Nature-based Solutions (NbS) at the centre of their climate and sustainable development strategy. It advances frameworks that (1) integrate NbS into AMS’ national and regional planning; (2) strengthen technical capacity and improve access to finance; and (3) promote on-the-ground restoration of forests and coastal ecosystems through community-led conservation.

Building on ASEAN’s strategic plans such as the ASEAN Economic Community Strategic Plan 2026–2030 and sectoral frameworks for Food, Agriculture, and Forestry, the pillar will strengthen regional collaboration on NbS policy development, scalable pilot projects, and financing models that can attract investment into nature-positive projects. The pillar provides technical assistance to support ASEAN in adopting innovative tools and knowledge systems, while promoting inclusive approaches that ensure NbS becomes a central part of region's green transition.

Explore more below to learn how our Nature-based Solutions portfolio is supporting innovative, inclusive approaches to protect against climate risks.

*Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) consists of 11 member states, including Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam.