Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure in Latin America: Instruments, Strategies and Partnerships for Institutional Investors Mobilization

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Publication Date:
May 01, 2021
Topic:
Financing and Risk Mitigation
Region:
Latin America and Caribbean (LAC)
Language:
English
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The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted global and regional economies, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), with an 8.1% economic contraction in 2020. 

Global energy demand fell sharply, and traditional infrastructure investment declined. In response, many international actors advocated for a “green recovery” focused on sustainable infrastructure. Institutions like the IDB and ILO emphasized the potential for net-zero carbon transitions, including 15 million new green jobs in LAC by 2030. The European Union also promoted green spending to meet 2050 emission goals. 

This shift highlights the importance of public financial support and offers examples of how sustainable infrastructure investment can drive long-term recovery and transformation in LAC economies.

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Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure in Latin America- Instruments, Strategies and Partnerships for Institutional Investors Mobilization.pdf
Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure in Latin America: Instruments, Strategies and Partnerships for Institutional Investors Mobilization

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