Green & Equal South Asia

Banking on Change: Climate and Gender Solutions for Emerging Markets

As Sri Lanka emerges from a severe financial crisis, there is growing emphasis on recovery efforts that are environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive. The financial sector plays a pivotal role in this transformation, driving green financing initiatives and advancing gender equity through tailored financial solutions for women entrepreneurs. This episode explores how sustainable finance is building climate resilience and fostering greater economic participation, particularly for women, as Sri Lanka charts a path toward a more inclusive and sustainable future.

The Network Effects of Women in Green Infrastructure

In the Maldives, an archipelago of over 1000 islands, the ocean is part of the everyday landscape and at the heart of everything you do. In this episode, we chat with senior team members of Dhiraagu, the country’s leading telecom company, who are ensuring that women are a valuable part of the work they do in spreading network connectivity across this island nation.  The Green and Equal South Asia podcast is powered by ACSIIS, a partnership between the European Union and the International Finance Corporation.

How Women Drive Change in Indian Electric Mobility

Women are driving change in India’s electric mobility. As India’s electric mobility industry matures, women are making sure they are not relegated to the back seat. From assembly lines to public transport services, women are making room for themselves in clean transport.