Emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) are at the centre of a global sustainable development challenge. These countries face slow growth, rising debt, and climate risks. In 2024 alone, they…
Green trade financing and market share The global green economy is valued at US $7.9 trillion, comprising 8.6% of listed equity markets, while outstanding green bonds have reached US $2.9…
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted in 2015 by all UN member states, represent a shared commitment to protect the planet, eradicate poverty, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030. Climate…
The blog highlights how climate-vulnerable SIDS can benefit from nature-based solutions like mangroves and coral reefs but face persistent financing gaps. It points to debt burdens, small project sizes, and investor hesitancy as major barriers.
The blog discusses India’s intensifying heatwaves and the limitations of current Heat Action Plans. It notes challenges like underfunding, weak legal frameworks, and poor targeting of vulnerable groups.
The blog explores the potential of green hydrogen but notes slow project progress due to high costs and financing barriers. It highlights that most projects remain pre-commercial and struggle to secure large-scale investment.
The blog explains how transition finance is vital for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors responsible for major global emissions. It stresses that the absence of clear standards and credible disclosures has limited investor confidence.
The blog explores the potential of green hydrogen but notes slow project progress due to high costs and financing barriers. It highlights that most projects remain pre-commercial and struggle to secure large-scale investment.
The blog highlights how climate-vulnerable SIDS can benefit from nature-based solutions like mangroves and coral reefs but face persistent financing gaps. It points to debt burdens, small project sizes, and investor hesitancy as major barriers.
The rise of sustainability-linked instruments (SLIs) in emerging markets marks a transformative shift in how financing is aligned with sustainability objectives. In recent years, these instruments have gained significant traction,…
