Deadline: 29-Aug-2025
The Government of Mexico, through the National Institute of Ecology and Climate Change (INECC) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER), is supporting a national strategy to reduce methane emissions from the livestock sector. This initiative aims to validate and implement practical solutions that lead to more sustainable cattle farming.
The project builds on ongoing efforts and focuses on enhancing the technical capacity of livestock producers, promoting sustainable practices, and creating financial tools that help scale low-emission livestock systems. It revolves around three key components: providing training through Farmer Field Schools (ECAs), setting up demonstration pilots to showcase sustainable livestock methods, and designing financial mechanisms that support the shift toward environmentally friendly cattle production.
The total estimated cost of the project is $500,000. The goal is to equip around 300 small- and medium-scale cattle farmers with the knowledge and skills to adopt methane-reducing practices. These practices may include silvopastoral systems, grassland restoration, and dietary improvements. By the end of the project, these methods are expected to be in active use in targeted regions across Mexico.
Additionally, the project aims to support the Mexican government in adopting a long-term financial scheme that will continue to promote methane mitigation in livestock farming beyond the project’s duration.
To qualify for funding, proposals must be submitted by NGOs, IGOs, or other not-for-profit organizations. The proposed budget must be within the estimated project cost or provide a strong justification for exceeding it. Projects must be completed in under 24 months, follow strict budget criteria, and applicants must submit three years of audited financial statements if requested.
For-profit entities may be involved in the project as stakeholders or partners but cannot apply for funding directly. Including them in proposal development is encouraged if their involvement is essential to the success of the solution.
Proposals will be assessed based on several factors. These include the clarity and feasibility of the plan, the potential to scale and sustain outcomes, and contributions to reducing short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs). Proposals must also involve relevant stakeholders, consider associated risks, align with other initiatives and policies, and include a realistic and cost-effective budget. Projects must meet at least Score 1 of the OECD DAC gender equality marker.
For more information, visit CCAC.
