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Mobilizing Insurance Investment in Sustainable Infrastructure

This report breaks down the technical, regulatory, and financing challenges insurers face in scaling investment into low-carbon and climate-resilient infrastructure and offers solutions and insights…  


COVID-19 in Karbala: The faces of the frontline response

Coupled with already high unemployment the impact of the pandemic on the social and economic stability of Iraq is critical.  


Next steps for the SDG Impact Standards

Valuable feedback from public consultation for our Standards for Private Equity funds and SDG Bond Standards.  


Digital finance, a lifeline during COVID-19 crisis, can deliver long-term financing of the Sustainable Development Goals

Unleashing potential of digital finance could have transformational impact on sustainable development says group of financial, business, government and development leaders convened by the UN…  


Global Goals Week 2020: Partners Unite in Call to Recover Better Ahead of Sustainable Development Goals’ 5th Anniversary

Global Goals Week (18-26 September, plus an expanded calendar throughout September and early October) will take place virtually this year, focusing on making this a turning point to recover better for…  


Continuing vital health services in Guinea-Bissau during COVID-19

As lockdowns, curfews and transport disruptions prevent many from getting healthcare, communities are stepping into the breach.  


Sweet dreams are made of bees

In Costa Rica, beekeepers receive vital support to increase honey production.  


Data Philanthropy, International Organizations and Development Policy: Ethical Issues to Consider

This paper seeks to highlight the normative risks that should be considered before entering into certain data philanthropy arrangements.  


Beating COVID-19 with solidarity

“We don’t wear masks not because we don’t want to, but because we cannot afford to buy them.”  


UNDP Private Sector Strategy 2018-2022

UNDP’s Private Sector Development and Partnership Strategy (2018-2022) aims to assist countries to align private sector activities and investments with the 2030 Agenda.  

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