Bridging the Sustainable Infrastructure Financing Gap

As the urgency to develop sustainable infrastructure intensifies, the gap between current investment levels and what is required to achieve global sustainability goals is stark. The world needs an estimated $94 trillion in infrastructure investments by 2040 to drive decarbonization, foster a circular economy, and support the global energy transition. With the current investment trajectory, this gap could widen to $18 trillion, emphasizing the need for private sector involvement to bridge the divide.

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At New York Climate Week 2024, a pivotal side event titled "FAST-Infra Label: Mobilizing the Private Sector for Sustainable Infrastructure" aims to address this challenge. Hosted by HSBC , Organized by the FAST-Infra Label's Secretariat in partnership with the Global Infrastructure Basel (GIB) Foundation and Bloomberg L.P., this event will convene key stakeholders from the public and private sectors to explore strategies for unlocking private capital at scale.

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Mobilising the Private Sector: FAST-Infra Label Side Event at New York Climate Week

The event aims to underscore the crucial role of private sector involvement in sustainable infrastructure by highlighting its importance, showcasing successful case studies, and sharing strategies for mobilising investment. Attendees will benefit from learning about proven approaches and will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with key stakeholders, exploring opportunities and addressing challenges in financing sustainable infrastructure.

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Key Event Highlights:

• Welome and opening remarks by Christian Deseglise, Head of Sustainable Infrastructure and Innovation, HSBC.
• Insights on the significance of private sector involvement in sustainable infrastructure initiatives by Thierry Déau, Founder and CEO of Meridiam and Chair of FAST-Infra Group.
• Panel discussion on exploring innovative strategies to enhance the development of sustainable infrastructure will be moderated by Louis Downing, CEO of Global Infrastructure Basel Foundation (GIB).
• The panel will feature Barbara Buchner, CEO of Climate Policy Initiative (CPI), Natalia Moudrak, Managing Director, Climate Risk Advisory, Aon and Kristina Kloberdanz, Chief Sustainability Officer at Macquarie Asset Management. They will discuss market’s current challenges, how sustainable and resilient infrastructure outperforms traditional infrastructure investments and partnerships crucial for attracting private sector investment to the sector.
• Edmundo Toro, Senior Vice President at Macquarie Asset Management | MAM Green Investments, will showcase a project that has adopted the label, sharing key insights and best practices learned along the way.
• Interactive Q&A and Networking: Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts and peers, fostering collaboration and exploring potential partnerships.

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This event is a unique opportunity for stakeholders to collaborate on advancing sustainable infrastructure and to leverage the FAST-Infra Label as a tool for enhancing investment confidence. Join us on September 24, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM EDT at AON, One Liberty Plaza, 165 Broadway, New York, NY, for this critical discussion.

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The FAST-Infra Label: Driving Private Investment in Sustainable Infrastructure

The FAST-Infra Label is a globally recognized standard crucial for closing the sustainable infrastructure financing gap. This credible, consistent, and internationally applicable labeling system is designed to identify and evaluate sustainable infrastructure projects, supporting their development and transforming them into liquid assets that attract significant private investment.

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As a comprehensive and evolving framework, the FAST-Infra Label sets rigorous sustainability criteria across four key dimensions: environmental, adaptation and resilience, social, and  governance. By applying the Label, infrastructure projects demonstrate their alignment with global best practices and standards, enabling comparability and transparency for investors.

The FAST-Infra Label's Governance structure, inspired by the Green Bond Principles, is backed by a diverse coalition of over 80 public and private institutions, including leading financial entities, multilateral development banks, and sustainability experts. This diverse community of stakeholders is crucial for driving the adoption and impact of the Label.

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By aligning projects with globally acceptable standards, the FAST-Infra Label builds investor confidence and channels private capital into sustainable infrastructure, driving progress toward more resilient and sustainable development.

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Join us at New York Climate Week 2024 to learn more about this vital initiative and to be part of the solution in bridging the sustainable infrastructure financing gap.To know more about the event, Click here.