This podcast is produced by Leaf Media and powered by Greenly. đ± Interviewed by Ben Stimpson-Wood, Greenlyâs UK Climate Engagement Manager.
How can money actually fight climate change? In this episode of the Leaf Media Global Podcast, host @Ben Stimpson-Wood sits down with @Maya Hennerkes, Director of Green Financial Systems at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). Maya shares how sustainable finance is transforming economies from Morocco to Mongolia â and why she's a proud "reformed banker".
If you've ever wondered how finance, policy, and sustainability truly intersect â and how development banks are engaged in climate action â this is your must-listen episode.
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(0:00) Introduction
(2:36) Why Maya is a 'reformed banker'
(5:06) The EBRD story and its impact
(8:38) Why do we need a price on carbon
(11:37) Understanding green financial systems
(18:46) Turning talks into action in Armenia
(22:57) Balancing social and environmental goals
(28:40) How to spot greenwashing
(33:35) Financial tools for diverse communities
(35:55) Overcoming the challenges of transition
(40:03) Are multilateral banks moving fast enough?
(41:24) Maya's advice for her younger self
(42:32) Rapid fire Q&A: Green finance edition
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