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Annual Bank Conference on Development Economics 2023: Growth and Resilience
The 2023 Annual Bank Conference on Development Economics (ABCDE) will focus on “Growth and Resilience” and will be held June 5–6, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Participants may join either in person and online.
The ABCDE is organized by the World Bank’s Development Economics (DEC) Vice Presidency, and it is one of the world’s best-known conferences for the presentation and discussion of new knowledge on social and economic development. The conference aims to promote the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge among researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners.
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E-Conference: Latest Updates on Energy Storage Solutions
The global increase in renewable generation is hastening the development of energy storage systems to address regulatory, economic, and operational issues related to energy scarcity. Some African countries are encouraging private developers to build large-scale regional solar parks with storage capacity to help smooth the flow of solar energy and redirect some of the power generated during the day to evening peak hours. The International Renewable Energy Agency estimates that Africa’s renewable energy capacity could reach 310GW by 2030, making Africa the world’s leading producer of green energy. If this prediction becomes true, energy storage appears to play a critical role in integrating renewables into the grid. This e-conference aims at bringing together the best experts of the industry to provide a full overview of the latest updates on energy storage. It will also offer an opportunity to showcase their most innovative solutions and projects, so stakeholders from all over Africa will learn what solutions are available and deliver results, even in the most demanding environments. This is the 3rd edition of AFSIA’ annual e-conference on storage technologies. In 2022, this event hosted 16 speakers and attracted 2,500+ participants.- Tags
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Digital Future of Microfinance: A Realistic Path towards Big Dream
The industry that once was a vanguard of financial inclusion and remains unchallenged in serving the lowest tiers of customer segments is dreaming of a digital future. In the search for a roadmap toward that future, microfinance institutions and investors have deployed significant resources in digital technology with varied results. Expectations are high – the $200 billion industry is expected to grow and expand its mission, not least to support climate adaptation and mitigation efforts.Following key principles identified through previous work (https://www.cgap.org/research/publication/digitization-in-microfinance-case-studies-of-pathways-to-success) , CGAP has conducted a series of pilots and exercises in a community of practice. Through this work, we demonstrated how most microfinance institutions can leverage technology to grow their business, deliver value to customers, and embark on the digital future.Join this virtual workshop to learn what we did and whether we succeeded. The workshop will be divided into two sessions of 90 minutes each (you can choose to join either or both sessions):• In the first, we will present the principles of successful digitization and provide examples of how those principles get implemented. The session will feature findings from the CGAP pilots and main insights.• In the second, the community of practice members will share their experience from the CGAP project and the results. The session will focus on the credit renewal automation pilots and insights from the work on business intelligence.The workshop will be held in English and simultaneously translated into Spanish and French. While our speakers will share what successful digitization looks like and what the future of microfinance could be, all attendees are invited to participate in the discussion and share their experiences.Time: 9:00 AM ET
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Challenges of Deriving Impact From Multiple Data Sources
Are you tired of struggling with scattered data sources in your organization? Do you find it challenging to manage and analyze your data effectively?In today’s digital age, data is a valuable asset for organizations. However, often it’s scattered across multiple data sources within an organization’s ecosystem, making it challenging to manage and analyze efficiently.Data also plays a critical role in the nonprofit sector. Although organizations constantly work to make a meaningful change in society, they often struggle to calculate metrics from multiple data sources to demonstrate evidence and get funding. Why?1.) Scoring, Translation, and Calculating metrics across multiple tables or CRM business objects requires significant data transformation and integration efforts.2.) Inconsistencies in data format and structure can make it difficult to combine data from different sources accurately.3.) Data cleaning to remove duplicates that affect metric accuracy. Data security and privacy concerns.4.) Resource and skill constraints.Come and join us as we delve into how the Sopact team is helping numerous organizations to integrate their data and achieve more efficient impact management seamlessly.Sopact team will share valuable insights on unlocking your data potential, saving time and resources, opening up new opportunities, and meeting compliance and goals. See you there!Time: 12:00 PM ET- Tags
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Challenges of Deriving Impact from Multiple Data Sources
Are you tired of struggling with scattered data sources in your organization? Do you find it challenging to manage and analyze your data effectively?In today’s digital age, data is a valuable asset for organizations. However, often it’s scattered across multiple data sources within an organization’s ecosystem, making it challenging to manage and analyze efficiently.Data also plays a critical role in the nonprofit sector. Although organizations constantly work to make a meaningful change in society, they often struggle to calculate metrics from multiple data sources to demonstrate evidence and get funding. Why?1.) Scoring, Translation, and Calculating metrics across multiple tables or CRM business objects requires significant data transformation and integration efforts.2.) Inconsistencies in data format and structure can make it difficult to combine data from different sources accurately.3.) Data cleaning to remove duplicates that affect metric accuracy. Data security and privacy concerns.4.) Resource and skill constraints.Come and join us as we delve into how the Sopact team is helping numerous organizations to integrate their data and achieve more efficient impact management seamlessly.Sopact team will share valuable insights on unlocking your data potential, saving time and resources, opening up new opportunities, and meeting compliance and goals. See you there!Time: 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM PST
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Portfolio Analysis: Using Predictive Analytics to Minimize Greenwashing
The Boundless Portfolio Analysis tool helps investors understand and clarify the risks and opportunities in each companies’ sustainability strategies.We verify data and provide the independent analysis that is increasingly being demanded as concerns about greenwashing intensify.Our analytics provide:– Third-party assurance of company-specific and portfolio-wide environmental data;– Audit-ready reports that highlight any gaps in environmental data disclosures;– Integration of data into portfolio analysis back by Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) analyticsIf you are seeking enhanced visibility into the environmental impact of your portfolio or fund, join our webinar on June 20th, 2:00-2:45 pm ET.- Tags
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Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2023
The UN Secretary-General’s annual report on progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) delivers a stark warning, revealing that many of the SDGs are significantly off track, with only 12% of assessed targets on course for 2030. As we approach the critical mid-way point, the report urges world leaders to adopt a “Rescue Plan for People and Planet” at the SDG Summit in September, focusing on three breakthroughs: enhancing governance and institutions, prioritising policies with multiplier effects, and boosting SDG financing. With the world’s poorest and most vulnerable bearing the brunt of insufficient progress, it’s vital that we also reflect on the role business plays in supporting system-level change and accelerating sustainable development.
Join us for the Annual Global Summit on 21 and 22 June, hosted in Oxford, London, Nairobi and Online, where we’ll explore the critical role of business in achieving SDGs. Amidst unprecedented challenges such as conflict, climate change and the lasting impacts of COVID, there has never been a more important time for business to step up and contribute to sustainable development. With the SDGs as a guiding framework, our two-day event will connect you with global peers and experts, offering invaluable insights and practical advice on driving growth, investment, and responsible business models. This marks the launch of a programme of activities that we lead up to our event in September alongside the SDG Summit.
During this unique opportunity, you’ll hear from an array of expert speakers, sharing their experience and latest thinking on business action for sustainable development. At last year’s summit, 98% of participants surveyed said they learnt something valuable for their work, and 99% would recommend it to colleagues. Don’t miss your chance to discover the latest trends and lessons, and learn how to better articulate the evidence-driven business case for sustainability.
Sign up now for our an event carefully tailored for practitioners who are passionate about making a real difference in the world of sustainable development.
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Halfway and Hopeful: Digital Inclusion and the 2030 Development Goals
Halfway to the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, the UNDP’s 2022 Annual Report frames the global climate as “hard to hope.” For people experiencing poverty, gender discrimination, and disability, widening gaps threaten their ability to make real progress. Digital inclusion strategies have the opportunity to unlock the potential of 2.7 billion people affected by the digital divide and make real change for these populations. By pursuing digital equity, the world has the opportunity to provide access, power, and systemic change for and with the people that could most benefit. On 21 June 2023, join the Aspen Institute and HP’s Digital Equity Accelerator for a conversation exploring: Why digitalization is a necessary public good and can accelerate progress for key populations such as women and girls, migrants, and youth What progress has been made – and what must be done – to increase the momentum of digital inclusion around the world How targeted, intersectional approaches can accelerate progress on multiple goals simultaneously.Time: 9:00 AM ET- Tags
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