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Discover Our Accelerator Programme for International Aid Organisations

Organisational Commitments

Watch the video below to get acquainted with the main organisational commitments to participate in Our Programme.

Video Key Takeaways

Our Accelerator Programme for Organisations supports real, measurable climate and environmental action. Whether or not you’ve signed the Climate and Environment Charter, the goal is the same: to deliver essential services while reducing your environmental footprint and strengthening resilience — all within planetary boundaries.

To join the programme, organisations commit to:

1. Reducing carbon emissions in line with science-based targets

● At least -60% by 2035, with an ambitious intermediary target for 2030

● These targets exclude offsets and align with the Climate Charter’s vision for meaningful climate action.

2. Sharing knowledge and progress transparently

● By learning from one another, we accelerate collective progress.

3. Engaging in peer-to-peer collaboration

● Contributing to a growing, action-oriented community across the sector.

4. Committing internal capacity

● Approx. 25% of a focal point’s time across key phases

5. Providing a financial contribution

What the programme offers you:

● You gain a clear, science-based path forward — adapted to the humanitarian and development context.

● You become part of a supportive, open community working toward shared goals.

● You take meaningful action that aligns climate responsibility with your operational commitments.

FAQ - Practical Questions on the Programme

How does the peer-to-peer learning work?

Peer exchange happens throughout the programme via collective mentoring, community events, and shared experience. This helps break the isolation often felt by sustainability leads and keeps teams motivated.

What kind of internal workload should we expect?

We recommend allocating at least 25% of a full-time equivalent (FTE) during the carbon footprint and roadmap development phases. Workload may increase during implementation depending on the organisation’s size and the scope of internal policies to be developed. Leadership engagement is also key: • Directors are expected to participate at critical moments to help drive organisational buy-in. • A steering committee should be established to validate key outputs (carbon footprint, roadmap, and monitoring framework).

We don’t have a dedicated sustainability officer. Who can lead this work?

Many organisations begin with a cross-functional team or a motivated focal point from operations, logistics, or senior management. The programme is designed to build capacity within existing structures. That said, it’s important to designate one dedicated person to follow the programme from start to finish and coordinate internal efforts. This person should be supported by leadership at key milestones. Additionally, up to four other staff members can access the platform to support implementation and build capacity across departments.

What is the financial commitment?

Costs are scaled to your organisation’s size and budget, and depending on how far you have progressed in calculating your carbon footprint. The costs will cover all mentoring, workshops, tools, and access to peer learning — making it a cost-effective investment in long-term capacity and resilience. By pooling resources and leveraging lessons learned from past experiences, the programme reduces duplication and offers a lower-cost alternative to traditional consultancy services.

Is the learning experience suitable for low digital bandwidth environments?

Yes. Our Moodle platform is designed to be accessible even in low digital bandwidth settings. It uses lightweight formats and avoids heavy multimedia content, making it suitable for users with limited internet connectivity.

What language(s) is the programme delivered in?

The programme is available in English and French. Other languages may be considered, depending on demand and funding.

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ALEXA LEBLANC
Head of Capacity Building
Climate Action Accelerator

alexa.leblanc@climateactionaccelerator.org

Discover Our Accelerator Programme for International Aid Organisations

Organisational Commitments

Next steps :
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Discover our Accelerator Programme for International Aid Organisations

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