Скачать или смотреть CSI Webinar on The Global South’s Path to Climate Finance Challenges and Opportunities

The webinar, hosted by the Climate & Sustainability Initiative (CSI), brought together an esteemed panel of global experts to discuss one of the most pressing issues of our time: equitable access to climate finance for the Global South.

The session explored critical challenges faced by developing nations in accessing climate finance, including disparities in funding flows, barriers to institutional accreditation, and inadequate global commitments. Insights were shared on rethinking business processes, reforming financial mechanisms, and integrating equity and justice into climate finance frameworks to empower vulnerable nations.

Agenda Highlights:
Examining COP29 Processes and Financial Commitments
Evaluating the Suitability of Public vs. Private, Grants vs. Loans
Ensuring Equity in Climate Finance Access and Distribution

Featured Speakers:
Abhishek Acharya (Director, MoEFCC, India): Expert in international climate finance negotiations and sustainable finance policies
Jodi-Ann Wang (Global Policy Fellow, LSE Grantham Institute): Researcher in climate justice and financing a just transition
Mutya Yustika (Energy Finance Specialist, IEEFA): Analyst of Indonesia’s energy transition and financing needs
Dr. Oldman Oduetse Koboto (MEA Coordinator, African Union): Advocate for regional resilience funding in Africa
Soumik Biswas (Regional Climate Finance Adviser, The Commonwealth Secretariat): Advisor on climate finance strategies for Asia-Pacific nations
Moderated By:
Vaibhav Pratap Singh, Executive Director, Climate And Sustainability Initiative (CSI)

Watch this insightful discussion to gain a deeper understanding of how the Global South can reshape the narrative around climate finance and advocate for equitable solutions. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more engaging discussions on sustainability and climate action!