UNDP’s latest report, "𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺 𝘔𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘺", calls for a transformative shift towards policies that integrate economic, environmental, and social returns. Key recommendations include unlocking private capital flows through enhanced 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 (𝘐𝘕𝘍𝘍𝘴), and addressing sector-specific gaps in healthcare, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
In partnership with 𝟰𝟯 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, UNDP has also developed #SDG Investor Maps, a powerful tool identifying over 600 investment opportunities across critical sectors—where returns are not only financial but measurable in 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵60% of these opportunities are concentrated in food, renewable energy, and infrastructure, sectors that present untapped market potential with returns exceeding $𝟭 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻.
The report’s call to prioritize coherent policies, sustainable finance, and inclusive frameworks reflects an urgent need to mobilize capital where it matters most.
Embracing this roadmap will be vital as we push towards an inclusive, impact-driven economy that leaves no one behind.
Let’s harness this roadmap to build an impact economy that is resilient, inclusive, and sustainable. By working together, we can drive transformative change to meet the ambitious #2030 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮.
Read the full report below and join the journey toward a sustainable future for all🔗
UNDP Sustainable Finance Hub
UNDP has released a report highlighting essential policy reforms to drive private investment towards the #SDGs. Titled 'Policy Momentum for an Impact Economy: An Analysis of Policy Gaps Emerging through the Development of SDG Investor Maps', the report calls for a shift toward an "impact economy" that aligns financial returns with measurable development outcomes.
Drawing insights from over 1,000 stakeholders across 43 countries, the report identifies key barriers limiting private investment in sectors vital for sustainable development, including renewable energy, agriculture, health care, and education.
In addition to revealing untapped potential, the report emphasizes how strategic reforms can unlock essential services and enhance human capital in developing countries. With actionable insights from the SDG Investor Platform, this report serves as a roadmap for policymakers and investors committed to a sustainable and inclusive future. 🌱
Dive deeper into the findings below:
