28. Innovation, climate entrepreneurship and small and micro businesses
Foster climate innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting SMEs and startups with finance, technical support and campaigns, driving inclusive growth and climate-proof business models in developing economies.
Case Studies
From local roots to scalable impact: Unlocking gender-responsive climate finance in Indonesia
In Indonesia, EmPower backs women in climate-smart agriculture. Two enterprises, East Java & Co and Eratani, gained funding to boost gender equity, sustainability, and local resilience.
BNDES Garagem Startups Programme
The BNDES Garagem is a program by the Brazilian Development Bank that accelerates innovative and sustainable solutions, driving growth and positive impact for startups and the country.
Decent work grows green forests
The ILO promotes a just transition in Peru’s Amazon nut value chain, advancing decent work, sustainability, and climate resilience through coordinated action and value-added production.
Women-led clean energy enterprise transforms waste into fuel in Tanzania
A women-led enterprise in Tanzania turns agricultural waste into clean briquettes and efficient stoves, cutting costs for 500+ schools, recycling 36,000 tons of waste, and driving inclusive climate innovation.
Lombardy’s sustainable finance initiative empowering SMEs
Lombardy’s Sustainable Finance Initiative helps SMEs navigate sustainability rules, assess their performance, and access funding for greener investments, strengthening the region’s shift to a resilient economy.