Development Bank of Nigeria

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DBN Climate Finance Portal

The DBN Climate Finance Portal is an initiative of the Development Bank of Nigeria designed to support climate-resilient and low-carbon investments in Nigeria. The portal serves as a digital gateway for businesses, project developers, financial institutions, and stakeholders seeking access to climate finance opportunities, partnerships, and sustainable development initiatives.

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) is a wholesale development finance institution established to alleviate financing constraints faced by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria through financing, partial credit guarantees, and technical assistance provided via eligible financial intermediaries.

Through its accreditation as a Direct Access Entity (DAE) to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), DBN supports climate mitigation and adaptation projects across sectors including renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, productive use of energy, low-carbon transport, resilience building, and cross-cutting climate initiatives.

The Climate Finance Portal enables users to:

  • Learn about DBN climate finance programmes and eligibility criteria
  • Submit and track climate finance applications
  • Access climate-related resources and technical information
  • Engage with participating financial institutions and stakeholders
  • Promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth in Nigeria

DBN remains committed to supporting climate-resilient development while ensuring transparency, accountability, innovation, and sustainable impact across Nigeria’s economy.