Investing in food systems with the private sector to address climate change

Date: Sunday, 10 December

Time: 15:30 – 17:00 (Dubai)

Location: Joint MDB Pavilion (Opportunity Area, Building Code OR02G3); Blue Zone

Join us for a dynamic discussion on how agri-food systems can support the transition to a climate-resilient future and close the gap to meet Paris Agreement goals. The event will explore the intersection of climate action, sustainability, and digital innovation, and highlight the role of the public and private sector. Discover how private sector leaders are mobilising finance for green priorities through innovation and climate-smart technologies.

The event will also feature the key thematic areas that will be reflected in the EBRD’s new Agribusiness Sector Strategy, due for approval in 2024, with climate and green investments at its core.

Speakers:

Gianpiero Nacci, Director, Sustainable Business and Infrastructure, EBRD

Natalia Zhukova, Head of Agribusiness, EBRD

Martial Bernoux, Senior Natural Resources Officer, FAO

Rakesh Kapur, Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer, IFFCO (TBC)

Arnoud van den Berg, CEO, Al Dahra Group

Jo Puri, Associate Vice President, Strategy and Knowledge, IFAD

Darci Vetter, SVP of Global Public Policy and Government Affairs, PepsiCO Foundation