IFC and the Carbon Trust Join Forces to Cut Emissions in Emerging Markets

​Dublin, Ireland, September 18, 2024—In a move to help more companies decarbonize operations and reduce emissions along their supply chains, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and the Carbon Trust have agreed on a plan to work together to promote decarbonization strategies for companies in emerging markets and accelerate investments in green production.

The collaboration will provide new opportunities for IFC clients to develop roadmaps for decarbonizing their operations, while providing avenues for expanding the reach of IFC's sustainable financing to global brands with supply chains in emerging markets.

"This agreement marks another significant milestone in IFC's mission to accelerate an inclusive transition to low-carbon, resilient growth that addresses the climate crisis and supports economic development, helping both the planet and people," said Wagner Albuquerque de Almeida, IFC's Global Director for Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Forestry.

The proposed agreement will allow two leaders in decarbonization to benefit from each other's strengths and promote low-carbon technologies and investments that green supply chains and ultimately support more sustainable economic development.

"Businesses have a pivotal role in the transition to Net Zero in emerging markets but may not have had the experience or access to finance to accelerate progress, said Tom Cumberledge, director at the Carbon Trust. This partnership with IFC will drive decarbonization by supporting businesses to set Net Zero strategies and unlocking the sustainable investment needed to get there."

IFC has recently collaborated with the Carbon Trust to launch IFC's Food Loss Climate Impact Tool. This innovative tool allows businesses to estimate the greenhouse gas emissions that occur from food loss across the value chain, enabling users to figure out measures to cut losses, strengthening the food supply chain and helping protect the planet. By understanding where loss occurs, and the emissions impact, companies are better able to target where they need improvements to meet climate targets, improve profitability, and strengthen food security.

About IFC: IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2024, IFC committed a record $56 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

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About the Carbon Trust: The Carbon Trust is a global climate consultancy driven by the mission to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future. We have been climate pioneers for over 20 years, partnering with businesses, governments and financial institutions to drive positive climate action. From strategic planning and target setting to activation and communication - we turn ambition into impact. To date, our 400 experts have helped set 200+ science-based targets and guided 3,000+ organisations and cities across five continents on their route to Net Zero. Visit www.carbontrust.com.