110b2d1f-071b-51b0-a0f3-071fd03f5cefFri, 28 Apr 2023 20:01:02 +0000Captivate.fmUN Capital Development Fundhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/b024150e-3ebc-4075-99ee-33720f57122d/SGmizPTshjMjL1enBTygdmRF.jpgUN Capital Development FundUN Capital Development FundIntroducing Building Futures Chronicles: Stories of Impact and Empowerment, a captivating audio show that takes listeners on a journey through UNCDF's transformative work in the world's least developed countries. Each episode delves into the lives of individuals and communities who have experienced firsthand the power of UNCDF's initiatives, showcasing stories of hope, resilience, and progress. From financial inclusion and gender equality to climate resilience and local development, Building Futures Chronicles highlights the innovative projects and partnerships that are driving meaningful impact and empowering people to shape their own futures. With immersive storytelling and inspiring voices from the frontlines of sustainable development, this audio show will leave you feeling inspired and connected to the global community working together to create lasting change. Join us as we explore the stories behind UNCDF's mission to build better lives and brighter futures for the most vulnerable populations. Immerse yourself in the world of impact and empowerment with Building Futures Chronicles, and witness the power of development in action.https://building-futures-chronicles.captivate.fmnoepisodicnopodcastFfD 2023: UNCDF, the Finance for Development Forum and the Doha Programme of ActionThis year's Financing for Development Forum (FfD) held increased significance as the first meeting following the 5th Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5). The forum aimed to address challenges in financing sustainable development and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. The LDC5 focused on promoting the Doha Programme of Action, aimed at supporting sustainable development in the 46 least developed countries. The UNCDF, as the UN's Catalytic Finance Entity, is working to unlock public and private finance to realize this program, with the FfD serving as an essential platform for highlighting their progress.

]]>This year's Financing for Development Forum (FfD) held increased significance as the first meeting following the 5th Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5). The forum aimed to address challenges in financing sustainable development and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. The LDC5 focused on promoting the Doha Programme of Action, aimed at supporting sustainable development in the 46 least developed countries. The UNCDF, as the UN's Catalytic Finance Entity, is working to unlock public and private finance to realize this program, with the FfD serving as an essential platform for highlighting their progress.

]]>62c581fa-02ae-4dfa-924e-a846d625eb1bFri, 28 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040007:17nofullUN Capital Development FundSolar-Powered Irrigation Transforms Farming in Benin, Thanks to Eco TaxesIn Conde Village, Northwestern Benin, climate change has made farming increasingly difficult due to longer dry seasons. However, a new solar-powered irrigation system, funded partly by eco taxes on polluting imports, has transformed the community's farming prospects. The irrigation project is one in a series of investments financed through climate finance channeled by the local climate adaptive living facility (LoCAL). Eco taxes target secondhand vehicles, tires, clinker, and disposable plastic packaging, with proceeds directed to local governments for projects helping communities adapt to climate change. Benin's eco tax system has been credited with securing the country's accreditation with the Green Climate Fund in 2019.

]]>In Conde Village, Northwestern Benin, climate change has made farming increasingly difficult due to longer dry seasons. However, a new solar-powered irrigation system, funded partly by eco taxes on polluting imports, has transformed the community's farming prospects. The irrigation project is one in a series of investments financed through climate finance channeled by the local climate adaptive living facility (LoCAL). Eco taxes target secondhand vehicles, tires, clinker, and disposable plastic packaging, with proceeds directed to local governments for projects helping communities adapt to climate change. Benin's eco tax system has been credited with securing the country's accreditation with the Green Climate Fund in 2019.

]]>ed0e4101-88eb-47fb-a93b-3baab256880fFri, 28 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040008:31nofullUN Capital Development Fund