GCFC joins global dialogue on unlocking finance for water at IDRA World Congress

DATE 18 December 2024 At the invitation of the Mohamed Bin Zayed Water Initiative, GCFC shared strategies to scale water innovation, promote reuse, and mobilize private-sector investment through climate finance.

The Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) participated in the Panel on Unlocking Finance for Water organized by The Mohamed Bin Zayed Water Initiative at the IDRA World Congress.

Elias El Mrabet • إلياس المرابط, Managing Director of GCFC, shared key insights on the critical need for integrated climate finance strategies that:
🔹 Prioritize water efficiency and scalable water technologies
🔹 Promote grey water re-usage, particularly for industrial processes
🔹 Establish policies and incentives that recognize water’s value, unlocking private-sector investments

This discussion highlights the UAE’s unwavering leadership in driving innovative climate and water solutions, fostering private sector inclusion, and championing partnerships to effectively tackle global water challenges.