Some 500 participants came together to learn, share, and network at the CIF 2014 Partnership Forum co-hosted with the Inter-American Development Bank in Montego Bay, Jamaica from June 22-24. A showcase of emerging CIF knowledge and learning on low carbon, climate resilient development, the forum was a key meeting place for policy makers, entrepreneurs, financiers, social advocates, and researchers from around the world.
Development experts, business leaders, and prominent climate change thinkers presented lessons on managing climate change programs, unlocking finance, and building partnerships for low carbon, climate resilient development. CIF countries and the MDBs also shared their experiences. The Forum featured special private sector sessions, as well as discussions on technical and scientific approaches to climate change. A one-day training session for local and regional media helped expand outreach.
The CIF Knowledge Bazaar provided an interactive space in which participants could network. It was modeled on a five-year retrospective report on "Learning by Doing: The CIF's Contribution to Climate Finance," also launched at the forum.
Stakeholder Day on June 22 was a full day dedicated to examining barriers and opportunities for enhanced stakeholder engagement in the CIF and in the wider climate finance architecture. Bringing together 150 participants from civil society, indigenous peoples’ organizations, private sector and development partners, the event provided a unique opportunity to solidify and create long-term partnerships among stakeholders of all levels.
CIF 2014 Partnership Forum Proceedings Report
CIF 2014 Partnership Forum List of Participants
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