The Global Framework on Chemicals Fund supports countries in implementing the Global Framework on Chemicals for the safe and sustainable management of chemicals and waste. The Fund aims to support implementation activities in developing countries and countries with economies in transition (CEIT), with particular attention to the needs of least developed countries (LDCs) and small island developing States (SIDS). It does so by financing projects and programmes that promote transformative change to prevent, or where prevention is not feasible, minimize harm from chemicals and waste to protect the environment and human health, including vulnerable groups and workers. All funded activities must demonstrate clear, defined, measurable and sustainable impact.
The Fund was established during the fifth International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM5) in September 2023 and is governed by an Executive Board, which is responsible for operational decisions and oversees the functioning of the Fund. The Fund remains open to receive additional contributions until September 2028, which is five years after its establishment. Funds may be disbursed for a maximum of seven years, which is September 2030.
The Fund provides financial support of USD 300,000 to 800,000 for projects with an implementation period of up to three years. Governments from developing countries, LDCs, SIDS, and CEIT may apply for funding. On an exceptional basis, civil society networks may also apply, provided they have an agreement with the respective government. The Fund encourages regional or multi-country applications. All funded activities must have clearly defined and measurable long-term impacts. When selecting projects for funding, the Executive Board places a strong emphasis on prioritizing those that can demonstrate lasting benefits beyond the project’s lifetime.
The Fund seeks to complement existing financial mechanisms, such as the Special Programme on Institutional Strengthening, the Specific International Programme under the Minamata Convention and the Global Environment Facility, and funds that support biodiversity and climate action, amongst others, to build on national projects or activities and generate sustainable project outputs nationally, regionally or globally. The purpose is to achieve substantial and visible impacts that promote the safe and sustainable management of chemicals and waste with measurable results.
To find out more about the strategic priorities and criteria for funding as well as the application forms, please visit the Applying for funding page.
