Sustainability to Prosperity: Mobilising Finance for the Sustainable Development Goals

The 2023 Sustainability Table Discourse Series convened leaders to discuss the essential role of finance in advancing the UN SDGs amid global economic and environmental challenges. The event spotlighted sustainable finance as a driver for economic growth and climate action, underscoring the need to build a green finance ecosystem.

The keynote address explored solutions such as improved tax systems, stronger partnerships, and expanded Foreign Direct Investment in renewable energy and sustainable agriculture. Discussions also encouraged private sector investments in green and social impact bonds to drive SDG progress.

Panel discussions explored strategies like patient capital, local currency funding, and ESG-aligned finance from banks and insurers. Blended finance and Development Finance Institutions were recognized for de-risking projects and making them more appealing to investors.

The series concluded with a call to leverage pension funds, promote federal policies for climate action, and create frameworks for private investment to support Nigeria's transition to a resilient, green economy.