Daniel Wiedmer

Mr. Wiedmer is a finance professional with 20 years of experience in climate finance in emerging markets in Asia and Africa. As Director of the Private Sector Infrastructure Division 2, he leads ADB's infrastructure finance team responsible for Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Pacific Islands. His core competencies include managing corporate and project finance transactions in renewable energy, electric mobility, circular economy recycling, conventional power, waste-to-energy, telecom and water treatment, as well as donor-funded blended finance and technical assistance programs.

Rigs to Reefs: How Offshore Oil Platforms Could Prevent the Next Great Ocean Extinction

The blog explores how repurposing decommissioned offshore oil platforms into artificial reefs could help combat ocean acidification and protect marine life. The initiative highlights the potential for innovative, sustainable solutions to preserve marine ecosystems and prevent further environmental degradation.