Financing the future: innovative mechanisms for energy projects

Overcoming the financial and structural barriers that are hampering the fast-tracking of low-carbon energy projects will require significant innovation. Models such as blended finance solutions, green bonds and first-loss equity funds could help mitigate exposure for investors in high-risk projects. Impact investing and crowdfunding also offer opportunities to generate both financial returns and positive environmental impacts. Regulatory predictability, international cooperation, and engagement with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will also be critical if these mechanisms are to deliver on their innovation and market development potential. At the same time, tailored regional solutions will aid the evolution of global project funding, leveraging local resources and policies to overcome unique challenges, while development finance institutions and export credit agencies can be leveraged to mobilise capital and reduce investment risks in emerging economies. By fostering an inclusive and attractive landscape, our industry has an opportunity to bridge the investment gap through innovative finance mechanisms, ensuring a resilient, low-carbon energy future.

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