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United Nations Development Programme

Summary

In a world challenged by escalating threats to the environment, economy and society, many developing countries struggle to implement transformative sustainable development strategies. To achieve sustainable development, it is imperative that any environmental investment made with public financing must be used to connect and generate multiple development outcomes at the global and local level, including improvements in public health, food security, job creation and stronger resilience to economic and climate shocks. Investing in the wellbeing of our planet and in halting climate change should not be seen as a ‘cost’ but a worthwhile investment. Global environmental funds have successfully leveraged financing for sustainable development with examples that show multiple development benefits in sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, sustainable energy, and tackling climate change.

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For inquiries regarding this side event, please contact

• Massimiliano Riva, massimiliano.riva@undp.org