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Aug 17, 2021
Tapping into private finance for more resilient water systems
Advisory work and a green loan will help IFC client Corsan reduce water losses and improve energy efficiency in Brazil.

Jul 16, 2021
Creating a Green Future, One Building at a Time
Green buildings are emerging as a viable solution to fight climate change.

Jul 8, 2021
8 Hours to 30 Minutes: Montenegro Cuts Import Clearance Time
A streamlined clearance system is smoothing trade in the Balkan nation

Jun 25, 2021
A Ukraine City Envisions A Smarter, Greener Future
Zaporizhzhia plans to use digital technologies to make transit more sustainable.

May 19, 2021
Serbia’s Vaccine Rollout Offers Hope
Serbia may be a small country, but the impact of COVID-19 has affected firms in drastically different ways. Ivan Mišković checks in with a florist, a barber, a tax consultant, and a logistics operator.

Apr 2, 2021
A Sweet Start to Increased Georgia Exports to Europe
Increased honey sales are helping the country’s agricultural export drive.

Jan 25, 2021
Ukraine’s First Green Finance Bank Backs Climate-Smart Businesses
Ukrgasbank is proving that green finance can be good business.

Jan 12, 2021
In Kosovo, Microfinance Expands Herds—And Hopes
Micro loans are helping the nation’s farming sector weather the COVID-19 crisis.

Oct 28, 2020
Global Response, Regional Impact in the Fight Against COVID-19
IFC’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is helping the poor and vulnerable.

Sep 23, 2020
How A Business Community Is Saving Lives Amid COVID-19
A crisis center in Odesa mobilized nearly $5 million from businesses and provided critical equipment and services to hospitals.