UTM Finance & Funding Helpdesk
Updated on 03.07.2025
The primary objectives of the Helpdesk are to assist cities in navigating the complex landscape of climate finance, connect cities with appropriate funding and financing opportunities, provide a centralized resource for queries related to urban climate finance and facilitate direct engagement with development finance institutions.
Relevance for Circular Systemic Solutions
Although the UTM Center’s Finance & Funding Helpdesk does not explicitly focus on circularity, it supports sectors like energy, transport, and nature-based solutions where circular approaches are highly relevant. By identifying financing and funding opportunities tailored to the unique needs of Urban Transitions Mission (UTM) cities and connecting cities with climate finance institutions, it enables the development of integrated, resource-efficient infrastructure projects.
Applicant criteria
The Helpdesk is designed for cities participating in the Urban Transitions Mission (UTM).
Eligible projects/themes
The eligible themes and sectors supported by the Helpdesk include sustainable infrastructure, urban energy systems, low-carbon transport and climate adaptation and mitigation, offering strong potential for integrated, cross-sectoral approaches aligned with circular principles.
Application process
Cities interested in utilizing the Helpdesk can access it online (https://utmc.app/signin) and submit inquiries related to specific urban climate finance and funding programs.
Deadlines
There is no set deadline/deadline is on a need-basis.
large 500 000-200 000, medium 200 000-50 000, and small cities 50 000-5 000
large metropolitan area >1.5 million, metropolitan area 1.5 million-500 000
predominantly urban regions, intermediate and predominantly rural regions, refer to TERCET typology NUTS 3 region
e.g. commercial, residential, service, industrial
