Jenn Swain
Gap
Head of Sustainability
Bridging the finance gap: Creative financing to scale tech trends and enable sustainable production
11:10
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11:50
The expertise and solutions to achieve a less destructive fashion industry already exist. However, implementing that expertise requires $20-30 billion in financing per year to move the industry forward (FFG x BCG). So, how can we better utilize capital to scale projects which protect our natural ecosystems and build community resilience?
In this session, a diverse panel of experts will deep dive into tangible examples of innovative financing mechanisms:
- Financing pathways: Explore various funding sources, from venture capital to project capital and micro-loans. What options are available to support large-scale projects to drive positive impact?
- Multiplying impact: How can we avoid the 'free rider' problem and unify in post-competitive ways to accelerate action?
- Ensuring resilience: What is the importance of investing into community and ecological resilience in the face of climate change?
Fernando Bellese
WWF
Senior Director, Beef and Leather Supply Chains