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24 November 2016
ANJA GmbH presents a complete concept of an urban green production facility that sets new standards worldwide by combining technology, innovation, renewable energy, and the recycling of resources to a holistic system.
24 November 2016
As part of the increasing global efforts to an environmentally sustainable growth, this closing plenary session features discussions that cover green business possibilities beyond corporate social responsibility. It revisits themes, trends, and opportunities that were discussed during the three-day…
23 November 2016
Today’s green businesses, many of which are start-up companies, face the challenge of scaling their business model. This session discusses the experiences and challenges of small and medium enterprises as well as larger companies offering green solutions to environmental and social problems.
23 November 2016
Consumer demand and purchasing power impacts whether or not niche green businesses and technologies become mainstream. This session features case studies and experiences that shed some light on how to move green businesses from niche to mainstream, and to see an economy where more businesses and…
23 November 2016
Natural capital, defined as a stock of natural resources and ecosystems, is facing extreme threats throughout the world. Apart from stock loss, private sector participation in natural capital investment is limited in most countries. This session discusses current business trends in natural capital…
23 November 2016
Green bonds are debt-financing instruments aiming to connect private sector funding with projects that provide positive environmental benefits. This session examines how international discussions are shaping green bonds; reviews the measures and options to help scale up green bond investment in the…
22 November 2016
United Nations Enviroment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim discusses how to invest in natural capital and improve environmental management, while making profits and achieving lasting social, economic, and environmental progress.
22 November 2016
Market failures prevent the development of business for environmental goods and services. Creating markets for these goods and services, through innovative policy and regulatory measures, is vital for green business development. This session discusses the role of enabling policy and regulatory…
22 November 2016
While there is no universal agreement for what constitutes the concept of green business, it is defined here as profit-oriented activities that support environmentally sustainable growth. Within this context, this opening plenary session reflects on the role of green business development in the…
22 November 2016
Mobilizing the private sector for green finance still faces many challenges, some of which are largely unique to green projects. This plenary session examines the private sector financing opportunities and challenges in the context of green business development in the Asia and Pacific region, with…