The World Bank Group focuses on solutions that meet our clients where they are and help them realize their development goals. Smart development that builds resilience and manages emissions responsibly can help countries create jobs and drive long-term growth. Private investment has a key role to play in accelerating the transition in emerging markets, and it needs to grow substantially to drive innovation, help prepare for extreme weather events, and create and improve jobs. We focus on solutions that meet our clients where they are and help them realize their development goals.
IFC began using blended concessional finance in 2005 to help investors manage the higher risks or uncertainties associated with new, unproven technologies or first-of-their kind projects.
IFC has a proven track record of mobilizing and intermediating concessional finance through successful partnerships that work toward helping our clients achieve their development goals.