Aims

• This project aims to support the government’s efforts by establishing a robust national framework for black carbon reduction.
• It will focus on strengthening air quality monitoring systems, integrating black carbon mitigation measures into national environmental policies, and deploying advanced emission control technologies for diesel vehicles and industrial sources.
• The project will also provide policy recommendations and develop an MRV system to support effective emissions tracking and enforcement.

Funding Information

• Estimated project cost: $600,000

Duration

• Project duration is less than 24 months

Expected Results

• Outcome 1: The Government of Uzbekistan adopts a national strategy for black carbon reduction that integrates emissions reduction measures into air quality policy by the end of the project.
  • Output 1.1: National black carbon emissions inventory.
  • Output 1.2: Policy review and draft national strategy for black carbon mitigation.
• Outcome 2: The Government of Uzbekistan demonstrates improved capacity to monitor and report black carbon emissions by the end of the project.
  • Output 2.1: Training materials on black carbon monitoring and enforcement techniques.
  • Output 2.2: Standardized MRV framework for black carbon emissions.
  • Output 2.3: Capacity-building workshop for relevant stakeholders on monitoring and reporting black carbon emissions.
• Outcome 3: The Government of Uzbekistan adopts a national MRV system for black carbon emissions by the end of the project or soon after.
  • Output 3.1: Standardized methodologies and indicators for monitoring black carbon reduction measures across the heavy-duty vehicle emissions (HDVE) sector are developed.
  • Output 3.2: A reporting mechanism requiring regular submission of progress data on black carbon reduction targets is designed and institutionalized.
  • Output 3.3: A transparent and accessible database framework is outlined to collect, store, and analyze sectoral mitigation data, while avoiding procurement of large digital platforms.
  • Output 3.4: A verification protocol is developed to ensure the accuracy and credibility of reported data, potentially involving independent third-party audits or verification bodies.
• Outcome 4: The Government of Uzbekistan pilots and evaluates advanced black carbon mitigation technologies for heavy-duty vehicles by the end of the project.
  • Output 4.1: Technology assessment report identifying and evaluating cost-effective black carbon mitigation technologies for heavy-duty diesel vehicles.
  • Output 4.2: Technical guideline developed on the application of advanced black carbon mitigation technologies for high-emitting heavy-duty vehicles, including catalytic converters for older gasoline-powered trucks and buses as a representative example.
  • Output 4.3: Pilot demonstration conducted in collaboration with the Tashkent City Transport Department to install and test black carbon emission control technologies on municipal heavy-duty diesel vehicles.
  • Output 4.4: Pilot demonstration report developed to summarize emissions reductions, operational performance, maintenance experience, and cost-effectiveness of tested HDV technologies, with recommendations for national scale-up.
• Outcome 5: The Government of Uzbekistan mobilizes external support and establishes partnerships for black carbon mitigation financing by the end of the project.
  • Output 5.1: A financial roadmap is developed outlining priority investment areas and funding requirements for implementing black carbon mitigation measures.
  • Output 5.2: A summary report is produced highlighting global best practices, financing instruments, and international funding opportunities for black carbon mitigation.
  • Output 5.3: A consultation workshop is convened with financial institutions, private sector representatives, and development partners to present investment needs and identify potential funding partnerships.

Eligibility Criteria

• To be eligible for consideration, project proposals must meet the following requirements:
  • Submitted by a non-governmental organization (NGO), intergovernmental organization (IGO), or other not-for-profit entity.
  • Requested funding is within the estimated budget amount, or includes a clear justification for additional expenses
  • Please note that entities will be required to provide the last three (3) audited financial statements to be eligible for CCAC funding. These statements may be provided along with the application for funding or at the request of the CCAC Secretariat during the evaluation process.
• For-profit entities may only participate in the project as stakeholders, co-funders, or end users. Applicants are encouraged to include for-profit entities in the development of the project proposal and/or during project implementation if their ownership of the proposed solution is key to the project’s success.

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