Swedfund invests in urban resilience fund for African cities
To help cities in Africa adapt to the effects of climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Swedfund has invested EUR 30 million in The Urban Resilience Fund (TURF).
To help cities in Africa adapt to the effects of climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Swedfund has invested EUR 30 million in The Urban Resilience Fund (TURF).
Swedfund commits 15 million dollars to Metier Sustainable Capital II, a fund focused on renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa. In addition to investments in renewable energy, the fund will also invest in projects for resource efficiency in areas such as water and waste management.
This post by MD Anna Ryott is part of the UN Foundations blog series, “Her Goals: Our Future,” which highlights the connections between girls and women and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Drottninggatan 92-94
P.O. Box 3286, SE-10365 Stockholm
Sweden