Sustainable (green and/or social) financing of projects is becoming increasingly popular among cities and municipalities. In this webinar, we provide insight into both the theoretical and practical aspects of a framework for green financing (NL webinar). 💶 🌱
💡Both the financial framework and practical examples are discussed thanks to the contributions of the following speakers:
➡️Kenny Frederickx, General Director of Forum Ethibel, explains what sustainable investment means for local authorities and how their own financing can also fit perfectly within a sustainable strategy.
➡️Robin Vandenheede, CFA- Head of Debt Capital Markets Origination at Belfius presents the bank's perspective. He explains Belfius' experience with sustainable financing and how the bank deals with the different types of green and sustainable financing instruments.
➡️Vyncke Tom– Treasury Manager at the City of Ghent (Stad Gent) explains why the city chose to finance a project with a green financing framework. He discusses how the framework is intertwined with the project and what steps will follow.
➡️Rudi Van Gurp – Financial Director – speaks on behalf of the City of Genk (Stad Genk) about the Sustainability Finance Framework recently adopted by the city. He explains how it came about, describes its structure and finally shares some valuable insights into the practical benefits for the City of Genk.
Not sure where to start? ➡️Alderik Scheirlinckx, Research Officer at Forum Ethibel, summarizes all aspects of a green financing framework, including the benefits for your city or municipality.