This document discusses the need for increased adaptation finance for urban areas in developing countries. It notes that over 80% of projected adaptation costs will need to be borne by cities, yet to date relatively few adaptation projects have focused on urban areas. There are calls from organizations like ICLEI and the World Bank for adaptation funds like the Green Climate Fund to provide cities with more direct access to financing, in order to empower local governments to implement cost-effective resilience solutions. The document advocates establishing funding windows that cities can access directly and engaging local authorities in national adaptation planning processes.