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Four Reasons Why Transparency is a Strategic Asset for Development Finance Institutions
Open access to information builds credibility, enhances outcomes, encourages collaboration, and attracts investment. For development finance institutions, transparency is not just a value, it’s a cornerstone for achieving sustainable progress while navigating complex financial and operational landscapes.
Energy Efficiency Means Investment Opportunities for Technological Companies
Digitalization offers economic and sustainable benefits, driving efficiency, resilience and innovation in telecommunications, with key opportunities in infrastructure, responsible investment and multi-sector strategies in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In the Face of Sustainability Challenges, Strong Governance Begins in the Boardroom
Boards of Directors must lead mitigation strategies, embedding long-term planning and innovation into risk oversight. IDB Invest empowers directors to transform climate governance into resilience, opportunity, and competitive advantage across diverse sectors.
Trending: Markets' Growing Appetite for Sustainability
The investment community in Latin America and the Caribbean longs for two things these days: innovation and thematic bonds. This flourishing interest in environmental, social and governance matters will be critical to financing the construction of a better world.
Will technology transform education? Certain conditions apply
New digital tools in education are a source of innovation, progress, and efficiency. But only with investment, vision, and commitment will we benefit from their full potential.
Three Reflections on Education
International Education Day (January 24) is a good opportunity to review the current state of education, as well as the opportunities and challenges in this sector for Latin America and the Caribbean.
Latin America: The Future of Value Chains Smells like Chocolate
Global value chains call for an urgent and profound transformation. With its stark inequalities and unique advantages, Latin America’s cocoa offers an invaluable opportunity to develop future-fit commodities markets.
Is Bikesharing The Future of Latin America’s Cities?
Micromobility solutions, such as shared bikes and scooters, have gained significant traction in cities worldwide, with Latin America witnessing a surge in their adoption. These alternatives to car usage promise reduced emissions, reduced congestion, and decreased parking space demands in urban centers.
Digital transformation and agribusiness: trends and opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean
Agribusiness in Latin America and the Caribbean is crucial in strengthening the regional economy. Characterized by its vast expanse of arable land, abundant natural resources and unique biodiversity, the agricultural sector contributed significantly to the region's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2021, representing 6.9% of the economy.
