Community Investment and Partnerships
People and the planet together: Why Indigenous Peoples and local communities are at the heart of climate action
As we build the global climate finance architecture, Indigenous Peoples and local communities must have a seat at the table.
A Sustainable Future for Infrastructure Finance
A remarkable new trend is taking hold in the world of infrastructure finance. Sustainable Finance—investments structured with environmental, social, and governance criteria—saw unprecedented growth in 2021, reaching over $1.6 trillion in total annual issuance and more than doubling 2020 volumes. Why is the rise of Sustainable Finance a big deal? Because it offers tangible evidence […]
Leveraging data: 7 Factors for Maximizing Digital Opportunities in the Mining Sector
In our recent blog, we looked at three ways to keep vulnerable segments of the population — women and youth — from being left behind in the digital divide. Digital transformation and the renewed focus on the sustainability of mining offer great opportunities for the industry — it will help companies refresh their brands and […]
No Deal or New Deal? 3 Factors for Unlocking Digital Opportunities for Local Youth and Women
Data is the new gold. You may not wear it on your finger or store it in a bank, but you can use it to stimulate growth, create power, and exert influence. The digital economy, fueled by data, is growing faster than the traditional economy. But unlike talent, opportunity is not distributed equally. Youth in […]
Laying a Groundwork for Growth in Kenya
The African continent is endowed with an abundance of resources, both natural as well as human capital.
Engaging Youth in the Mining Sector: Opportunity for Prosperity
The African continent is endowed with an abundance of resources, both natural as well as human capital.
IFC Engages Local Leaders in Municipal Planning in the Peruvian Highlands
A pioneering initiative implemented by IFC with support from the Government of Canada to promote good governance practices in the highlands of Peru has helped local leaders and municipal authorities prioritize municipal investments for the next 3 years so as to respond to unattended basic local needs. This effort is part of a larger initiative […]
