| Empowering SMEs for Global Climate Action: Innovation, Finance, and Policy Partnerships July 10, 2024 | 12:00 pm EST/ 9:00 am PT/ 8:00 pm GMT+4 The urgency to address global climate change has never been more pressing. With the upcoming COP29 in Azerbaijan in November 2024, the international community is focusing on innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to mitigate climate impacts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in this transition due to their agility, innovation, and potential for widespread impact. Coupled with the support of financial institutions like the US Export-Import (EXIM) Bank and private commercial banks there is significant potential to enhance the global export of green technologies and drive meaningful climate action. Our agenda includes: Opening & Welcoming Remarks: Natig Bakhishov, Executive Director, U.S.-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce H.E. Khazar Ibrahim, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States
Panel 1: Navigating Public Policy on Climate Change: Government Perspectives on Innovation, Finance, and International Collaboration David De Falco, Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce Nigar Arpadarai, Climate Change High-Level Champion, COP29 Benjamin Todd, Vice President, Global Business Development, U.S. EXIM Bank Annie Hills, Senior Advisor, Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, U.S. Department of State
Panel 2: Innovative Solutions and Sustainability: The Role of SMEs in Green Growth and Private Financial Mechanisms Peter Clement, SVP, International Factoring, Rosenthal & Rosenthal Giulia Aliyeva, PhD, CSP, Founder and Director, HSSE & Business Consulting LLC (United States) Elmar Baghirov, CEO, Chameleon Group, LLC (Plastic Waste Recycling Plant, Azerbaijan) For more details, please visit the event webpage here.
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