Webinar PM: Attracting Nature and Climate Finance for Subnational Governments

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Organised by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and Climate Bonds Initiative

          

 

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in collaboration with the Climate Bonds Initiative, welcomes you to a free 1-hour webinar entitled "Attracting Nature and Climate Finance for Subnational Governments" taking place online on 5 November 2024 at 16:00-17:30 CET (check your time zone here)

Join us for an engaging webinar that will explore how sustainable finance tools, with a focus on labelled bonds, are helping local governments adopt more sustainable financial practices. We’ll look at how these instruments shape market views on sustainability and why they attract both investors and issuers. You’ll also learn about the challenges local governments face, the support available to overcome them, and the advantages of raising funds through innovative finance options. Additionally, the webinar will provide an overview of different types of thematic bonds, their issuance process, and the key players and trends in this growing market. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the future of sustainable finance!

 

TARGET AUDIENCE

This training is aimed at officials from subnational and national governments in addition to members of financial institutions.

This training is offered by. Subnational Climate Fund (SCF) is a global blended finance initiative funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and supports investments that support climate mitigation, adaptation and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while integrating Nature-Based Solutions (NbS). 

 


Webinar Takeaways:

By the end of this webinar, participants will gain a basic understanding of:

  • The different types of nature and climate finance, how they work, and how they can be accessed and applied in your region.
  • The role of local and national governments in encouraging private investment in nature and climate projects.
  • The benefits of incorporating Nature-based Solutions (NbS) into investment strategies.
  • Tips on improving project feasibility to better secure funding from banks.
  • This webinar will provide a clear overview of key concepts and practical steps to help you navigate the world of nature and climate finance.

 

 

Climate Bonds is an international organisation that seeks to mobilise global capital for climate action. It encourages investment in the projects and assets needed for a rapid transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient and equitable economy. Climate Bonds' focus is to help reduce the cost of capital for large-scale climate and infrastructure projects and support countries seeking to leverage capital market investment to achieve greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and climate targets. Climate Bonds conducts market analysis and policy research; carries out market development activities; advises governments and regulators; and manages a global green bond Standards and Certification scheme, utilising a global Taxonomy.

 

When
November 5th, 2024 from  4:00 PM to  5:30 PM