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“The ability to rapidly evaluate a concept note against GCF criteria and then systematically convert weak sections into compelling, data-driven narratives is a game-changer. It saved us days of work and allowed us to deliver a superior product to our client at a fraction of the traditional cost.”

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The Client

A seasoned climate finance-oriented consultancy with a focus on Western Africa, serving several Accredited Entities (AE) across the region. One of the consultancy’s clients was experiencing difficulty strengthening an important concept note for an adaptation project focused on female farmers. The project aimed to enhance the climate resilience of female smallholder farmers in coastal regions by introducing drought-resistant crop varieties and saline-tolerant irrigation techniques.

The Challenge

The project was at a standstill. While the technical concept was sound, the initial draft suffered from a weak climate rationale, a disjointed narrative, and poor alignment with GCF investment criteria. This quality gap was made worse by a budget gap; the Accredited Entity’s funds for external support were exhausted, leaving them unable to afford the high international consultancy rates needed for a full rewrite and putting the entire funding opportunity at risk.

The Solution

The consultancy leveraged Climate Finance Copilot to bridge the gap without breaking the budget. The process began with a rapid diagnosis using the Concept Note Evaluator Assistant. It assessed the draft against the GCF 3.0 template criteria, generating a detailed report with compliance scores that pinpointed every area of weakness.

Armed with this objective analysis, the team then used the Copilot’s AI writing and conversion assistants to systematically upgrade the document. They targeted the low-scoring sections, prompting the AI to strengthen the climate rationale, create a more compelling narrative. This iterative process of evaluation and targeted rewriting transformed the document from a collection of ideas into a powerful, investment-ready proposal.

Measures of Success

  • Time Saved: Over 40 hours of senior consultant time (approx. 5 working days).
  • Efficiency Gains: Reduced the internal review and rewrite cycle from weeks to just three days, representing a 75% reduction in project turnaround time.
  • Cost Savings: Avoided an estimated $15,000 – $20,000 in international consultant fees that would have been required for a full redrafting.
  • Concept Note Quality Rating (1-10): Initial Draft Score: 4/10. Final Score after using our AI Assistants: 9/10.