CIFAR Alliance

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year filled with growth, resilience, and collaboration within the CIFAR Alliance. This network thrives because of the remarkable individuals who share a vision of tackling climate change with courage and innovation. This year, we welcomed new members, deepened our connections, and explored bold ideas. From fostering innovation ecosystems to amplifying gender-sensitive strategies and locally-led adaptation, every milestone was fueled by your dedication and the unwavering support of our funders, members, and partners. Through events like New York Climate Week, COP29, and the TECAthon in Mexico City, we didn’t just discuss change—we built it. We learned, laughed, and leaned into the power of community. To celebrate this journey, we’ve created a short video (https://lnkd.in/g9BfE4Vf) capturing the year’s moments, challenges, and triumphs—a testament to the camaraderie that defines us. As we step into 2025, we’re ready to launch our Inclusive Climate Finance strategy, driving resilience and sustainability for micro and small businesses, financial service providers, and innovators. Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to more collaboration, inspiration, and solutions in the year ahead. #Gratitude #ClimateAction #Resilience #CIFARAlliance #ClimateFinance BFA Global Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Grace Akinyi Kerry Dittmeier Amanda Brasil-Leigh Juliet Munro Sashi Jayatileke Amanda Lonsdale Nidhi Upadhyaya Jorge Gastelumendi Anna Lerner Nesbitt Timothy Rann Graham A N Wright Wendy Chamberlin Jesse F. Amolo Ngweno Maelis Carraro David del Ser Jane Del Ser Leila Guici Julia Cadaval Martins Jesper Hörnberg Emma Ludvigsson Maria Puch Ali Schmidt-Fellner Carolina Zuluaga David Eichberg Charlie Pettigrew Kelvin Massingham Jason Spensley Karen L Miller Jaxon Love Peter Zetterli Camilo Téllez Tatwin Owen Edmunds Anant Jayant Natu

Women bear the brunt of climate disasters but are also powerful agents of resilience. In her latest blog, Nelly Ramírez Moncada, explores how gender-focused financial solutions can empower communities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dzvQgexR BFA Global Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth World Resources Institute PayPal CGAP Better Than Cash Alliance FSD Africa Mercy Corps Ventures Catalyst Fund Climate Collective British International Investment Nelly Ramírez Moncada David del Ser Maelis Carraro Graham A N Wright Jesse F. Ali Schmidt-Fellner Wendy Chamberlin Benjamin Mazzotta Marco Antonio Del Río Chivardi Tyler Ferdinand Jane Del Ser Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Shirley Mburu Juliet Munro Jaxon Love Timothy Rann Anna Lerner Nesbitt Catherine Highet Lilian Tan Maria Puch Alison Filler AnnRita Njiru- Mugo

📢 Happening tomorrow at 9 am EST! 🎉 We are thrilled to invite you to our final event of the year, an Open Roundtable for CIFAR Alliance members and friends! This session promises to be engaging and insightful as we reflect on COP29 and discuss key updates from across the Alliance. Agenda highlights ✅ Opening Remarks - Sashi Jayatileke, Senior Climate Finance Advisor with USAID's Center for Energy, Environment, and Infrastructure, will set the stage with reflections on inclusive climate finance and adaptation. ✅ Sharing back - insights and reflections after COP29 - Jane Del Ser, Principal Consultant on Livelihoods and Climate Resilience at BFA Global, will share insights and key takeaways from her time at COP29. - Jason Spensley, Senior Climate Change Specialist with the Global Environment Facility at The World Bank Bank, will offer perspectives on COP29 and its implications for advancing climate finance strategies. ✅ Alliance Announcements - Welcome to new members joining the CIFAR Alliance. - Unveiling exciting plans for 2025 with a focus on inclusive climate finance and fostering impactful collaborations. This is your chance to stay connected, celebrate this year's achievements, and contribute to shaping the Alliance's priorities as we head into 2025. To confirm your participation, please sign up 👉 https://lnkd.in/drF-RdJ3 BFA Global Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth World Resources Institute PayPal CGAP Better Than Cash Alliance FSD Africa Mercy Corps Ventures Catalyst Fund Climate Collective British International Investment Women's World Banking Nelly Ramírez Moncada David del Ser Maelis Carraro Graham A N Wright Jesse F. Ali Schmidt-Fellner Wendy Chamberlin Benjamin Mazzotta Marco Antonio Del Río Chivardi Tyler Ferdinand Jane Del Ser Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Shirley Mburu Juliet Munro Jaxon Love Timothy Rann Anna Lerner Nesbitt Catherine Highet Lilian Tan Maria Puch Alison Filler

🎉 We are thrilled to welcome Women's World Banking (WWB) as the newest member of the CIFAR Alliance! 🎉🤝 With over 45 years of experience championing financial resilience for women globally, WWB brings invaluable expertise to our collective mission. As climate change continues to disproportionately impact women, WWB’s commitment to designing innovative financial solutions and policies will enhance our efforts to foster a more resilient and inclusive future. 💬 WWB shared: “With women increasingly bearing the brunt of climate change, financial resilience must be in place to ensure women’s climate resilience. We look forward to collaborating with CIFAR Alliance members to design solutions that build a brighter, more sustainable future.” Together, we aim to drive impactful change through initiatives like Inclusive Climate Finance, leveraging the CIFAR Alliance’s platform to accelerate innovation and address urgent climate challenges. Learn more about WWB’s incredible work here: https://lnkd.in/d7RwtY4Y Christina (CJ) Juhasz Angie Goenaga Karen L Miller Maria Puch Nelly Ramírez Moncada

Reflections from the CIFAR Alliance Roundtable in DC 🚀 Earlier this month, we hosted an insightful roundtable in collaboration with USAID Climate Finance for Development Accelerator (USAID CFDA), Climate Policy Initiative, and BFA Global, at the stunning Chemonics International offices in Washington, DC. The event brought together brilliant minds shaping the future of #climatefinance to explore critical questions, including: ✅ How can financial products address the climate adaptation needs of low-income, vulnerable populations? ✅ What mechanisms can effectively mobilize private capital for resilience investments traditionally reliant on public or philanthropic funding? ✅ How can alliances like CIFAR drive greater impact by breaking barriers to collaboration and scaling innovative solutions? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to these thought-provoking discussions. 🙌 As we look ahead, we're excited to invite you to our final event of the year: an Open Roundtable for CIFAR Alliance members and friends. This session will reflect on COP29 and share key updates from across the Alliance. Sign up to join us here: https://lnkd.in/d83FQiVe Nelly Ramírez Moncada David del Ser Maelis Carraro Graham A N Wright Jesse F. Ali Schmidt-Fellner Wendy Chamberlin Benjamin Mazzotta Marco Antonio Del Río Chivardi Tyler Ferdinand Jane Del Ser Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Shirley Mburu Juliet Munro Jaxon Love Timothy Rann Anna Lerner Nesbitt Catherine Highet Lilian Tan Maria Puch Alison Filler

What’s next after COP29? 🌍 As 2024 comes to a close, we’d like you to join us for the CIFAR Alliance Open Roundtable to reflect on this year’s milestones, connect with changemakers, and look ahead. What to expect: - Exclusive updates from Jane Del Ser on COP29’s key takeaways. - Exciting news from the CIFAR Alliance community. - A sneak peek at how we’re preparing to kick off 2025 with energy and impact. 📅 December 5th, 2024 ⏰ 9 AM EST 📍 Virtual RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/dYtY2fRD We can’t wait to reflect, connect, and kickstart 2025 with you 🚀 BFA Global Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth World Resources Institute PayPal CGAP Better Than Cash Alliance FSD Africa Mercy Corps Ventures Catalyst Fund Climate Collective British International Investment Nelly Ramírez Moncada David del Ser Maelis Carraro Graham A N Wright Jesse F. Ali Schmidt-Fellner Wendy Chamberlin Benjamin Mazzotta Marco Antonio Del Río Chivardi Tyler Ferdinand Jane Del Ser Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Shirley Mburu Juliet Munro Jaxon Love Timothy Rann Anna Lerner Nesbitt Catherine Highet Lilian Tan Maria Puch Alison Filler AnnRita Njiru- Mugo Jesse F.

✨ICYMI: In September, the CIFAR Alliance hosted an insightful panel discussion on "Gender-Responsive Innovations for Climate Financial Resilience" during Climate Week NYC. The session delved into the intersection of inclusive finance, gender, and climate change, showcasing innovative strategies for building resilience. 🎥 Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/dXt-v_wb Maria Puch Nelly Ramírez Moncada Peter Zetterli Kerry Dittmeier Jorge Gastelumendi Elisabeth Ballreich, CFA Anant Jayant Natu

📢 Save the date! We’re excited to invite you to the CIFAR Alliance Open Roundtable — our final event of the year! This virtual session is an opportunity to come together, reflect on #COP29, and hear directly from our representative on the ground, Jane Del Ser, as well as updates from the broader membership. We’ll also share some exciting announcements about the Alliance and preview how we’re preparing for an impactful start to 2025. 📅 December 5th, 2024 ⏰ 9 AM EST 🌐 Virtual 📌 Add to your calendar: https://lnkd.in/dbV6w83s We look forward to your participation as we wrap up 2024 and set the stage for an exciting year ahead! 🚀 World Resources Institute PayPal Better Than Cash Alliance FSD Africa Mercy Corps Ventures Catalyst Fund Climate Collective British International Investment David del Ser Maelis Carraro Graham A N Wright Jesse F. Ali Schmidt-Fellner Wendy Chamberlin Benjamin Mazzotta Marco Antonio Del Río Chivardi Tyler Ferdinand Jane Del Ser Julian Felipe Rodriguez Beltran Shirley Mburu Juliet Munro Jaxon Love Timothy Rann Kelvin Massingham #CIFARAlliance #openroundtable #COP29 #2024reflections

The financial sector holds untapped potential to drive transformational change for communities, businesses, and ecosystems facing the climate crisis. But how do we unlock it? The Atlantic Council's report lays out key actions to scale private finance for climate adaptation and resilience, including: ✅ Making countries' national adaptation plans (NAPs) investible and transparent ✅ Providing technical assistance to help emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) build adaptation capacity and foster public-private collaboration ✅ Aligning frameworks and disclosures to help stakeholders plan and invest with clarity ✅ Boosting transparency and access to public and philanthropic capital to catalyze private investments ✅ Expanding insurance solutions like parametric insurance for ecosystems, assets, and vulnerable communities ✅ Investing in nature-based and locally-led solutions that offer long-term adaptation benefits Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eKjihfuQ #climatefinance #resilience #sustainability #adaptationinnovation

Today, on Day 9 of #COP29, we turn our focus to the crucial sectors of food, agriculture, and water—industries where #MSMEs play a key role and locally-led adaptation is urgently needed. Jane Del Ser will be joining the UNIDO and Global Environment Facility strategic dialogue, "MSMEs Boosting Climate Resilient Livelihoods in LDCs," to discuss approaches for #MSMEs driving locally-led solutions and contribute to the upcoming GEF-9 strategy and programming. If you're at COP29, be sure to join this conversation and help shape the future of climate action. 📍 UNIDO Pavilion ⏰ 14:30 #MSMEs #climateaction #COP29 #GEF9 #climateresilience