Inter-American Development Bank

The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference Opens May 5, Convening Global Leaders to Discuss Strategies Aimed at Shaping a Shared Future

Retrieved on:

Jeudi, mai 2, 2024

The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference opens Sunday, May 5 and will draw more than 4,500 attendees, including global leaders, C-suite executives from Fortune 500 companies, experts and innovators to discuss strategies aimed at shaping a shared future.

Key Points:

The 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference opens Sunday, May 5 and will draw more than 4,500 attendees, including global leaders, C-suite executives from Fortune 500 companies, experts and innovators to discuss strategies aimed at shaping a shared future.
In addition to the speakers previously announced , the following national and global leaders have been added to what will be a powerful program during the four-day event.
The Milken Institute will livestream Global Conference public sessions, expanding access to the event.
Sign up here to stay informed of the latest news on the conference with regular updates published from POLITICO’s special edition of the “Global Playbook” newsletter.

VoIP-Pal Announces Three New Special Advisor Appointments

Retrieved on:

Lundi, mars 18, 2024

Villanova University, Supreme Court of Florida, Business, International, IDB, Harvard Business School, Hope, Stevens Institute of Technology, Record, IBM, MBA, Mediation, RBR, Patent, Inter-American Development Bank, Telecommunications, FINRA, Engineering

Clay Perreault, Austin McDonald, and Ray Leon have been appointed as special advisors to the Board of Directors.

Key Points:

Clay Perreault, Austin McDonald, and Ray Leon have been appointed as special advisors to the Board of Directors.
Mr. Perreault will serve as Technical Consultant, Mr. McDonald as Business Advisor, and Mr. Leon as Mediation and Settlement Advisor.
Each of them have very successful track records in their specific areas of expertise and long histories of collaborating with VoIP-Pal.
Mr. Perreault will be the chief advisor to the Company on all technical and patent related matters.

Rockefeller Foundation Outlines 4 Ways to Scale JETPs

Retrieved on:

Jeudi, février 15, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation released a roadmap to make Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) a more effective vehicle for transforming energy systems in low- and middle-income countries. "Scaling the JETP model – prospects and pathways for action" details lessons learned from the first wave of JETPs, identifies roadblocks to the current model, and proposes pathways to scaling JETPs in ways that benefit vulnerable communities. Specifically, The Rockefeller Foundation recommends piloting a new approach to JETPs in a country such as the Philippines, developing a more effective on-ramp for the next wave of interested countries, elevating the role of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) in the process, and broadening and deepening support from donor countries.

Key Points:

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation released a roadmap to make Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) a more effective vehicle for transforming energy systems in low- and middle-income countries. "
Scaling the JETP model – prospects and pathways for action " details lessons learned from the first wave of JETPs, identifies roadblocks to the current model, and proposes pathways to scaling JETPs in ways that benefit vulnerable communities.
While JETPs are a political and financial innovation, the process to date has been slow, and the financing has failed to flow as quickly or at the scale initially promised.
Since 2022, The Rockefeller Foundation has collaborated with Climate Smart Ventures (CSV) to assess a possible JETP in the country.

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

Retrieved on:

Samedi, décembre 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

Key Points:

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

Retrieved on:

Samedi, décembre 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

Key Points:

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Latin America Green Data Center Market is Set to Reach $1.65 Billion by 2028, More than 215 MW Power Capacity is Added in the Next 6 Years - Arizton

Retrieved on:

Mardi, novembre 21, 2023

Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.

Key Points:

Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.
Microsoft is actively exploring ways to minimize waste and create environmentally friendly data centers through various trials and research initiatives.
In Latin America, data center power technology innovations include adopting lithium-ion and smart grid UPS and DRUPS systems.
Free cooling is adopted by data center operators in facilities in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and the Caribbean, at least partially.

Latin America Green Data Center Market is Set to Reach $1.65 Billion by 2028, More than 215 MW Power Capacity is Added in the Next 6 Years - Arizton

Retrieved on:

Mardi, novembre 21, 2023

Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.

Key Points:

Prominent data center companies Ascenty, Digital Realty HostDime, and Scala Data Center are committed to lowering carbon emissions and sourcing renewable energy to power their operation.
Microsoft is actively exploring ways to minimize waste and create environmentally friendly data centers through various trials and research initiatives.
In Latin America, data center power technology innovations include adopting lithium-ion and smart grid UPS and DRUPS systems.
Free cooling is adopted by data center operators in facilities in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and the Caribbean, at least partially.

HARBOR MEXICO'S NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM FUELS LATAM TRADE SUCCESS

Retrieved on:

Mercredi, novembre 15, 2023

Bank, Citigroup, HSBC, GDP, Citibank, The Bank of Tokyo, Inter-American Development Bank, SME, Small, GE Capital, BBVA, MUFG, Harbor, Drug, Cryptocurrency

Bryan Maloney, CEO of Harbor, stated, "Mexico is the second-largest economy in Latin America and has consistent economic growth and stability, so it's an ideal environment for Harbor to expand and support trade development."

Key Points:

Bryan Maloney, CEO of Harbor, stated, "Mexico is the second-largest economy in Latin America and has consistent economic growth and stability, so it's an ideal environment for Harbor to expand and support trade development."
Despite 4.4 million SMEs contributing to 35% of Mexico's GDP, their access to credit, particularly in trade finance, remains limited.
His prior roles at Citibank, Willis, BBVA, and the Bank of Tokyo (MUFG), and as CEO of Lumex Trade have provided him with comprehensive knowledge of trade finance products for the Latin American market.
Alejandro Luna of Harbor expressed his enthusiasm, "I'm excited to be part of building Harbor's franchise in LatAm and confident that our combined expertise will drive success and provide valuable support to SMEs in Mexico and beyond."

South Korean Space Startup TelePIX Partners with Mexican Geo-Info Company Thrusters Unlimited for Latin America and Caribbean Market Expansion

Retrieved on:

Jeudi, novembre 2, 2023

Carbon, VAS, Prize, Seumas McNally Grand Prize, Observation, Multimedia, Ministry, MOU, Partnership, Ministry of Planning and Finance (Myanmar), Inter-American Development Bank, Thruster, Blue carbon, SatRevolution, Climate change, LAC, Drug, Surveying

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TelePIX, a leading South Korean space startup, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Thrusters Unlimited, a Mexican geo-information company.

Key Points:

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TelePIX, a leading South Korean space startup, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Thrusters Unlimited, a Mexican geo-information company.
This partnership marks a significant milestone in TelePIX's strategic expansion efforts into global markets, including Central and South America, as well as Europe.
In return, Thrusters Unlimited will contribute crucial market insights and potential customer leads for satellite and VAS services in the Latin America and Caribbean market.
Earlier this year, the company solidified a business agreement with Mexican space company Space Zero Gravity on June 2nd.

Grosvenor's North American Property Business Announces Strong GRESB Scores as it Continues Advancing Efforts to Reduce Carbon Footprint

Retrieved on:

Vendredi, octobre 20, 2023

The company's North American property business reported higher annual scores from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), which tracks ESG progress across more than 2,000 companies.

Key Points:

The company's North American property business reported higher annual scores from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), which tracks ESG progress across more than 2,000 companies.
Grosvenor placed second within its peer group for its Development score within Americas, Non-listed, Core, Closed end ranking, scoring 12-points above the benchmark average.
Scores achieved in both Development and Standing Investment divisions exceed the average GRESB score of 72 for 3rd year participants in the Americas.
This year's higher scores reflect improvements in the Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Assessment, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing sections of the GRESB ratings criteria.