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Peter Van Kerckhoven. Co-Head: Debt Finance, Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking on COP27

Peter Van Kerckhoven. Co-Head: Debt Finance, Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking on COP27 "What was really revealing to me as I listened to the different country finance discussions today is that they all point to the scale of financing needed to deliver on a just transition. It’s a Massive challenge. Finance needs to be mobilised at scale and then that finance needs to be implemented. Big difference between mobilising finance and actually implementing transactions on the ground." Peter Van Kerckhoven. Co-Head:...

Leslie Maasdorp Vice President and CFO the New Development Bank is at COP27. If not now then when?

Leslie Maasdorp Vice President and CFO the New Development Bank is at COP27. If not now then when? Vice President and CFO of the New Development Bank Leslie Maasdorp says the 100billion dollar annual pledge made many years ago in Copenhagen has not yet left the developed world. If not now then when? At the 15th Conference of Parties (COP15) of the UNFCCC in Copenhagen in 2009, developed countries committed to a collective goal of mobilising USD 100 billion per year by...

Accelerating Adaptation Action in Africa

COP27 Day 3 - Accelerating Adaptation Action in Africa During the 3rd Day of COP 27 in Sharm El Sheikh The Accelerating Adaptation in Africa session took place under the leadership of his Excellency Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal and Chairperson of the African Union. Accelerating Adaptation in Africa aims to support the international community to make Sharm El-Sheikh a keystone moment to deliver a big win for Africa with international partnerships at COP27 really helping to drive adaptation...

DBSA Boss, Patrick Dlamini, weighs in after Day 3 of COP27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

DBSA Boss, Patrick Dlamini, weighs in after Day 3 of COP27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt The Development Bank of Southern Africa has extensive experience in dealing with climate change through sourcing funds to implement sustainable and environmentally friendly infrastructure solutions. Dlamini says the energy is certainly here at COP27 but he hopes that there is also clarity of mind on how to move forward on implementation. Follow us for all the latest news and highlights from COP27.

Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking Head Arvana Singh is at COP27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking Head Arvana Singh is at COP27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt Singh says mitigation, adaptation and finance collaboration are key overarching themes at COP27. Just Transition, the Ocean economy and Biodiversity are also high on the agenda. The energy at COP27 is tangible and hopefully this will lead to implementation. Follow us for all the latest news and highlights from COP27.

The developed world must cough up on climate finance.

The developed world must cough up on climate finance. The developed world must take responsibility and lead in terms of climate financing but the developing world must also act responsibly in terms of their own stance towards combatting climate change. Simon Angombe is Associate Dean at the School and Agriculture and Fisheries at the University of Namibia. Follow us for all the latest news and highlights from COP27.

COP27 WWF – It’s time to move from promises to action

COP27 WWF - It's time to move from promises to action WWF is working to tackle the climate crisis in a variety of ways. From encouraging governments to implement more ambitious climate policies, to supporting the shift to renewable energy, to working with cities, businesses and communities to create a climate resilient, net-zero future. We caught up with Laurent Magloire Some Head of Policy and Partnership for the Africa Region at WWF International. Follow us for all the latest news and highlights...

Namibia is seeking climate financing solutions at COP27

Namibia is seeking climate financing solutions at COP27 Namibia is one of the climate change vulnerability hotspots in the Southern African region. Adaptation is of primary importance to the country and high on the government's agenda to guarantee the welfare of Namibia's people while reducing risks and building resilience. Follow us for all the latest news and highlights from COP27.