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Aug 4, 2016

Changing the Energy Landscape in Central America

Jul 20, 2016

Dog Helps Cats in Costa Rica

Jun 22, 2016

Panama Canal Expansion—Key to Global Trade

Inaugurated in June, the $5.5 billion expansion will shake up shipping routes and make seaborne trade less costly and more efficient. The $5.5 billion expansion, which used enough steel to build 22 Eiffel Towers, added a new lane and bigger locks that will shake up shipping routes and make seaborne trade less costly and more efficient.

Jun 16, 2016

Backing Banks that Lend to Women-Owned Businesses

Jun 7, 2016

Supporting Broad Growth in Guinea

IFC is helping the country recover from Ebola through a series of engagements that include large mines, small businesses, and biodiversity initiatives.

Apr 19, 2016

Spending Better on Infrastructure

The Global Infrastructure Forum aims to increase coordination among development banks and partners so investments can have a bigger impact.

Apr 14, 2016

IFC Climate Implementation Plan

Released in April, the plan aims to support innovative and impactful investments to help emerging countries grow on a low-carbon path.

Sep 22, 2015

On the EDGE of Transformation

IFC’s EDGE green building program gains traction with dozens of client projects being certified and leading certification providers now offering their services.

Aug 19, 2015

IFC Issues First Green Masala Bond

The bond raised 3.15 billion rupees for private sector investments that address climate change in India. IFC Issues First Green Masala Bond on London Stock Exchange

Aug 12, 2015

Helping Chinese Textile Firms Save Water

Launched in 2013, the China Water AS Program promotes industrial water efficiency and has delivered impressive results.