Guido Cocco’s Post

British Expertise International recently launched “Accelerating Climate Finance: a view from UK-based specialist providers” explores the challenges associated with climate finance and showcases the unique capabilities of Arup and other BEI climate finance working group members supporting governments and the private sector across various climate finance instruments. I had the pleasure of writing the case study on Arup's expertise in resilience and public-private partnerships, which you can read on page 8 https://lnkd.in/d3kH8G9Z 🌳 #climatefinance #climateactioneveryday

Innovative financing tools are being proposed to tackle climate change. But can the world kill two birds with one stone by coming up with climate finance innovations that also relieve the debt pressure on poor countries? Bright will join a Debtcon7 panel in Paris to discuss this and related matters.

Wanna make something nice for the #climate and the #planet? push your #finance and #legal departments for carbon accounting and transparency everywhere, the world is a big chain of interdependency. making everything visible is the answer, push and embrace #CSRD and due diligence directive reporting if you are in EU https://lnkd.in/erX9br-7

Adopting a holistic approach to climate finance is essential for companies striving to address the urgent challenges posed by climate change. By setting clear climate and business objectives and engaging key stakeholders, businesses can ensure a well-rounded perspective. Additionally, considering diverse climate finance options, such as bonds or philanthropy, allows for a tailored approach. In building a comprehensive strategy and preparing for significant climate moments, companies position themselves to make meaningful contributions to global climate targets. This forward-thinking approach is important for businesses seeking to drive impactful change in the current climate. World Economic Forum #sustainability #sustainabledevelopment #climatefinance #sustainableafrica #climateresilience #climateaction

The global climate finance architecture is complex and always evolving. Funds flow through multilateral channels – both within and outside of UNFCCC financing mechanisms – and increasingly through bilateral, as well as through regional and national climate change channels and funds.#LCOYKE2024

During my research work on the Green Climate Fund Readiness and Preparatory Program, I strongly believe that the development of a regional online Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system for climate finance tracking. The system will enable Borrowing countries to improve tracking and reporting of finance flows from various sources for climate change related actions.

🎓 I spoke at Harvard Climate Action Week about scaling investment in climate finance. This was a (very) abridged version of the first lecture in my course at the Kennedy School. 🌎 "Scaling climate finance" means increasing private sector investment in low-risk, low-return technologies such as grids, utility-scale renewables, and batteries. 🏦 The "climate finance gap" is $4.5 trillion. But the problem isn't a lack of funds; there's enough money in the world. Instead, the issue is the high cost of capital for green projects. When cost of capital is higher than a project's returns, the private sector won't invest. 🏛 To address this gap, we need standard development finance and industrial policy strategies. This includes lowering the cost of capital through blended finance and easy credit or enhancing returns via increased utilization or subsidies. Watch the full talk: https://lnkd.in/dy_jVhcp (39:54) #ClimateAction #Finance #Investment #Policy #Harvard #ClimateFinance

In 2023, just 17% of climate finance was reaching the local level. At a recent Devex event we spoke to experts to find out how this figure can be increased. #climate #finance #local

Excited to share my contribution to the 'Data to-Deal' working paper, a collaborative effort addressing climate finance challenges in developing nations. I played a role in crafting Chapter 4 - Modelling, essential for informed decision-making. It's a tailored guide for impactful climate action.  #DataToDeal #ClimateAction #Sustainability

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