Published July 16, 2021, 1:20 PM
The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) just gained the distinction of becoming the second local institution and one of 10 foreign ones accredited by the United Nations-backed Green Climate Fund (GCF) for climate mitigation and adaptation initiatives in developing countries.
This allows the bank to channel support of up to US$250-million per project or program.
“We are honored to be in the select roster of organizations working together to mitigate climate change on a global scale,” remarked DBP President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel G. Herbosa.
DBP President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel G. Herbosa
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), along with 194 governments,
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Jan 28, 2021 17:41:26 IST
John Kerry, the new US envoy for climate change, has spent the past few days repeatedly telling world leaders that the United States is ready to help the world raise ambition to address global warming. Doing so, however, could mean big changes for America’s role in the world. Foreign policy experts say that the Biden administration’s efforts must extend far beyond rejoining the Paris Agreement, the global pact by nearly 200 governments aimed at slowing climate change. Taking on climate change will require a reassessment of everything from US priorities in the Arctic to helping fragile countries deal with the fallout of climate risks.
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John Kerry, President Bidenâs global envoy for climate change, is a principal member of the National Security Council.Credit.Anna Moneymaker for The New York Times
Published Jan. 27, 2021Updated Feb. 2, 2021
President Joseph R. Biden on Wednesday said climate change should be regarded as âan essential element of U.S. foreign policy and national security.â That is likely to bring big changes for Americaâs role in the world.