The purpose of this learning brief is to share lessons and insights on how climate-related investments can support countries’ COVID-19 recovery efforts, drawing on recent evidence and experience in the Climate Investment Funds (CIF).
Part of the challenge of implementing green financial regulation is that there is currently very little analysis on green financial regulatory incentives. A crucial condition for achieving the 2° climate target is mobilizing capital for green investment. One estimate suggests a necessary cumulative investment of $36-$42 tn until 2030, or the equivalent of roughly $2 tn annually, to realize climate targets. Current investment levels however are only roughly $359 bn annually, giving rise to a 'green investment gap'. This study constitutes the first comprehensive overview of the range of instruments available to policymakers to align the financial sector with 2°investment scenarios.
There are several mechanisms that promote the funding of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) solutions. Following discussions with various financiers (commercial, alternative, developmental and governmental), this guideline unpacks the elements and factors considered by funders of RE and EE projects in South Africa.
Tourism increasingly plays a central role in Uganda’s economy, while featuring strongly in COVID-19 recovery responses. The tourism sector offers opportunities to generate income and jobs while protecting Uganda’s vast wildlife and biodiversity, and strengthening cultural heritage.
This paper discusses the opportunities and challenges for green businesses in Asia and the Pacific. It also identifies the market motivations, regulatory and nonregulatory mechanisms, and implications for companies.