Belize; a small nation with minimal contributions to global greenhouse gas emissions; is facing the brunt of climate change's impact on its citizens' livelihoods. While its ability to mitigate climate change on a global scale is limited; Belize remains dedicated to achieving the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change's (UNFCCC) ultimate goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.The energy sector in Belize offers significant opportunities to reduce local GHG emissions. Recognizing this; the Government of Belize (GoB) aims to increase the integration of renewable energy (RE) projects into its energy matrix and gradually reduce its reliance on energy imports from Mexico; which currently account for about 37% of total electricity consumption. The GoB envisions expanding clean energy development and bolstering the climate resilience of its electricity system. To achieve its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) by 2030; the GoB seeks to expand its solar PV energy production capacity. To this end; the GoB has approached IFC's PPP Transaction Advisory team (CTA) to serve as a transaction advisor to the Ministry of Finance (MoF or the Client) in identifying a private sector operator to develop; construct; and operate grid-connected solar PV installations on an Independent Power Producer (IPP) basis (the “Project”). The project's total expected installed capacity; currently envisioned to be in the range of 30-50MW spread across up to two sites; will be determined at the conclusion the due diligence phase. The E&S Consultant will work under the coordination and supervision of IFC as Lead Transaction Advisor. The scope of work set out in the ToR is essential but not exhaustive. The advisory process is by nature open”; therefore the E&S Consultant is required to proactively identify necessary areas of engagement; ensuring that analytical output is complete and thorough. The E&S Consultant must respond positively if IFC requests supplemental analysis during the preparation of the E&S Pre-Feasibility & Review Studies and execution of IFC's Advisory Services Mandate. Note that IFC will also retain a legal firm to advise on the Project (the “Legal Consultant”); and an engineering firm (“Engineering Consultant’’). The E&S Consultant is expected to coordinate and work closely with the Legal Consultant and any other consultants that may be hired by IFC or the Client as required throughout the assignment (Communication and technical for instance).