The World Bank is one of the most effective engines for facilitating private capital to support sustainable development. The Bank provides a platform through which investors can participate in the financing of projects and programs that help countries build a sustainable future. With about $20 billion in shareholder’s capital the World Bank has borrowed over $1 trillion from capital markets to support low-cost lending for sustainable development to member countries.

Continued innovation and a drive to scale up successful initiatives are essential to bridge the gap between limited resources and massive development needs. During this event, recent World Bank innovations such as a $50 million Emission Reduction Linked Bond, a $150 million Wildlife Conservation Bond and a $630 million transaction covering earthquake risk will be presented.