finance Blog: A clearer picture of climate-related development finance By oecdinsights.org Published On :: Mon, 15 Dec 2014 15:51:00 GMT The world will need more and better targeted financing to meet the challenges of global development post-2015. This means taking important decisions not only on what qualifies as official development assistance (ODA), but also on how those flows can be most strategically used. Full Article
finance Public Interventions and Private Climate Finance Flows: Empirical Evidence from Renewable Energy Financing - Environment Working Paper By dx.doi.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Feb 2015 08:51:00 GMT This study uses a unique dataset of investment flows to analyse the role of two categories of public interventions (finance and policies) in mobilising flows of private climate finance worldwide and in the more specific context of flows to and in developing countries. The objectives are threefold. Find out more. Full Article
finance Cities need new finance options and better governance to tackle future water risks By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 10:00:00 GMT Rapid population growth, ageing infrastructure and new weather risks are straining the ability of cities in OECD countries to provide clean water and to protect against floods and droughts, according to a new OECD report. Cities will need large-scale investment and more effective tariffs and taxes to pay for upgrades to water systems. Full Article
finance Sector-level approach to estimating mobilised private climate finance: The case of renewable energy - Environment Working Paper By dx.doi.org Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2015 06:55:00 GMT In order to help address climate finance-related information needs under the UNFCCC, this paper explores the extent to which currently-available secondary data make it possible to estimate private finance mobilised by developed countries for climate action in developing countries. Full Article
finance Making climate finance work for women: Overview of bilateral ODA to gender and climate change By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2016 11:58:00 GMT This brief is a contribution to the 22nd Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP22) and a submission of recommendations for the renewal of the Lima Work Programme on Gender. It provides an overview of how well members of the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) are integrating gender equality into their bilateral aid to climate change. Full Article
finance Finance and productivity: A literature review By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Feb 2017 15:34:00 GMT This paper surveys a broad range of studies and highlights the main findings of the empirical literature regarding business finance and productivity. Full Article
finance Observer article: Blending finance for climate and poverty action By oecdobserver.org Published On :: Wed, 06 Dec 2017 15:35:00 GMT Ending poverty and combating climate change: two years after the adoption of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement, these inter-related challenges remain as daunting as ever, not least in developing countries. Full Article
finance One Planet Summit: Investing in climate, investing in growth through green budgeting and clean energy finance By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:29:00 GMT Our response to the climate challenge will define our collective future for generations to come. We must act. We must act swiftly, collectively, and decisively. Full Article
finance Conference "Closing the financing gap for water in line with SDG ambitions: The role of blended finance" By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 04 Oct 2018 14:41:00 GMT 4-5 October 2018, Germany - Jointly organised by the OECD and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, the conference aimed to discuss innovative applications of blended finance as the strategic use of development finance for the mobilisation of finance towards sustainable development in developing countries in the water sector. Full Article
finance Public climate finance to developing countries is rising By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT Public climate finance from developed to developing countries totalled USD 56.7 billion in 2017, up 17% from USD 48.5 billion in 2016, according to new data compiled by the OECD. Full Article
finance OECD Progress Update on Approaches to Mobilising Institutional Investment for Sustainable Infrastructure: Background paper to the G20 Sustainable Finance Study Group - Environment Working Paper By doi.org Published On :: Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:32:00 GMT The large need for investments in sustainable infrastructure will require investments from the private sector, including institutional investors. This paper contributes to scaling up investments by analysing public project-level interventions for projects involving institutional investors; and presents findings from an updated database on institutional investments in environmentally sustainable infrastructure. Full Article
finance Climate finance for developing countries reached USD 71 billion in 2017 By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT Climate finance provided and mobilised by developed countries for climate action in developing countries reached USD 71.2 billion in 2017, up from USD 58.6 billion in 2016, according to new estimates from the OECD. Full Article
finance Op-Ed: A new paradigm shift toward environmentally sustainable finance by Masamichi Kono, OECD Deputy Secretary-General By www.responsible-investor.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 10:33:00 GMT Is this the beginning of a paradigm shift in the financial system towards environmentally sustainable finance? And if not, what can we do to accelerate this shift? The OECD stands ready to support efforts to build political leadership and address outstanding barriers to sustainable finance. Full Article
finance Donors must do more to align development finance with climate goals By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 27 Nov 2019 15:00:00 GMT Donor countries must do more to bring development finance in line with climate goals, raising the share used for climate action and reducing to zero the amount that supports new fossil fuel activities, according to a new OECD report. Full Article
finance OECD calls for better alignment of energy policy, public finances and environmental goals By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:00:00 GMT Two new OECD reports provide wide-ranging evidence of how reforming subsidies and tax breaks for fossil fuels can help countries boost finances and meet green objectives. Full Article
finance Environmental Policies and Risk Finance in the Green Sector: Cross-country Evidence By dx.doi.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Apr 2014 18:37:00 GMT Risk finance is essential for new ventures to commercialise new ideas and grow, especially in emerging sectors. Yet very little is known about the drivers and characteristics of risk finance in the green sector. This paper aims to fill this gap by providing a detailed description of risk finance in the green sector across 29 countries and identifying the role that policies might have in shaping high-growth investments. Full Article
finance Cities need new finance options and better governance to tackle future water risks By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 10:00:00 GMT Rapid population growth, ageing infrastructure and new weather risks are straining the ability of cities in OECD countries to provide clean water and to protect against floods and droughts, according to a new OECD report. Cities will need large-scale investment and more effective tariffs and taxes to pay for upgrades to water systems. Full Article
finance Political finance needs tighter regulation and enforcement By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 04 Feb 2016 10:30:00 GMT Many economically advanced countries are failing to fully enforce regulations on political party funding and campaign donations or are leaving loopholes that can be exploited by powerful private interest groups, according to a new OECD report. Full Article
finance FATF guidance tackles terrorist finance and money laundering risk in banks and corporate entities By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:17:00 GMT New guidance from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will help countries tackle the misuse of corporate entities for money laundering, terrorist financing and other illicit purposes. Full Article
finance Conference on business, finance and gender By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 08 Mar 2017 16:09:00 GMT Paris, 8 March 2017: Taking place on International Women's Day, this OECD-hosted conference considered questions such as gender differences in financial literacy and inclusion; women working in the informal economy and the role of business: gender differences in the changing pensions landscape; empowering women to fight back against corruption and engaging men to support gender equality in the workplace. Full Article
finance OECD Business and Finance Scoreboard By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 30 May 2017 09:22:00 GMT The OECD Business and Finance Scoreboard accompanies the OECD Business and Finance Outlook by providing a commented overview of selected indicators and data related to corporate performance, banking, capital markets, pensions and investments. Full Article
finance A Skills Manifesto: Why Education (Not Finance) Is The Only Lasting Economic Solution By www.worldcrunch.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 22:17:00 GMT Everywhere skills transform lives, generate prosperity and promote social inclusion. And if there’s one lesson the global economy has taught us over the last few years, it’s that we cannot simply bail ourselves out of a crisis — stimulus plans and printing money can never be a lasting solution to our economic problems. Full Article
finance Cities need new finance options and better governance to tackle future water risks By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2015 10:00:00 GMT Rapid population growth, ageing infrastructure and new weather risks are straining the ability of cities in OECD countries to provide clean water and to protect against floods and droughts, according to a new OECD report. Cities will need large-scale investment and more effective tariffs and taxes to pay for upgrades to water systems. Full Article
finance Accounts & Finance Executive, Accounts & Finance Manager By jobs.monsterindia.com Published On :: 2019-09-27 19:03:54 Company: ConfidentialQualification: OtherExperience: 0 to 5Salary: 3.50 to 6.50location: Mumbai, PuneRef: 24140258Summary: Accounts & Finance Executive, Accounts & Finance Manager Full Article
finance Get your personal finances in shape for 2012 By www.ft.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:20:45 GMT Review your savings, mortgage and insurance products Full Article
finance What can I do if I'm struggling with car finance during coronavirus? By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 07:53:41 GMT With around nine in every 10 new cars in the UK acquired using some form of finance, the impact of the coronavirus will be causing concern for many drivers. What help is at hand? Full Article
finance Payment holiday for car finance customers during coronavirus By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 07:40:59 GMT The Financial Conduct Authority said it was pressing ahead with the package of proposals to support people facing payment difficulties because of the pandemic. Full Article
finance Car finance borrowers to get three-month payment holiday, FCA proposes By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:36:52 GMT The FCA said those who used PCPs, Hire Purchase or Conditional Sale agreements to buy a car would be able to temporarily put payments on hold without cars being repossessed. Full Article
finance Motorists can get a coronavirus car finance payment freeze By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 12:37:20 GMT Finance companies should not take steps to end the agreement or repossess the vehicle during the payment freeze period and customers will be allowed to continue driving their cars, says the FCA. Full Article
finance Hyundai Five Unique Car Finance Schemes: हुंडई ने की 5 यूनीक कार फाइनेंस स्कीम की शुरुआत By hindi.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:58:14 +0530 कोरियन कार निर्माता कंपनी हुंडई ने भारत में ग्राहकों के लिए पांच तरह ही कार फाइनेंस स्कीम शुरू करने की घोषणा की है। कंपनी का कहना है इन स्कीम की मदद से वह अपने ग्राहकों को ज्यादा से ज्यादा सुविधा पहुंचाने की कोशिश कर रही है। Full Article
finance Hyundai Unique Finance Schemes Announced: Five Ways To Own A New Car By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:44:39 +0530 Hyundai India announces unique finance schemes for new vehicle ownership in the country. The new finance schemes are aimed to offer increased convenience and ease of ownership with new vehicle purchases. Full Article
finance The new general and mining telegraph code ...: alphabetically arranged for the use of mining companies, mining engineers, stockbrokers, financial agents, and trust and finance companies / by C. Algernon Moreing and Thomas Neal By library.mit.edu Published On :: Sun, 13 Jul 2014 06:17:13 EDT Archives, Room Use Only - HE7677.M6 M67 1907 Full Article
finance Coronavirus | Andhra’s dire finances drive it to seek Central help By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 00:09:14 +0530 Revenue deficit, COVID-19 burden and industry distress leave State on edge Full Article Andhra Pradesh
finance SAD joins farmers' protest outside Punjab finance minister's residence By www.newkerala.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 05:06:01 +0530 Full Article
finance Punjab CM seeks amendment for utilisation of 14th Finance Commission grants By www.newkerala.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:06:02 +0530 Full Article
finance Research Centre Finance Administrator job with UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS | 206139 - Times Higher Education (THE) By www.timeshighereducation.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 05:09:11 GMT Research Centre Finance Administrator job with UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS | 206139 Times Higher Education (THE) Full Article
finance anyone here in Business Ad., or Finance use tablets? By www.bleepingcomputer.com Published On :: 2018-04-01T09:47:52-05:00 Full Article
finance Danish Export Credit Agency, Tradeshift to support supply chain finance programme By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 07:08:00 +0200 Tradeshift, a supply... Full Article
finance Finding finance for climate change adaptation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:52:33 GMT Additional funding mechanisms are required to finance adaptation to climate change in developing countries, according to a new study. The study predicts how relationships between costs associated with adapting to and mitigating against climate change, and costs associated with damages caused by climate change, will progress over the next century. Full Article
finance Finance Specialist By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 15:29:51 GMT Are you a payroll or accounting professional, with outstanding customer services skills, looking to work in a team oriented, customer-focused environment? Catawba County is seeking a full-time Finance Specialist to process all payroll functions, implement PeopleSoft Tax updates, quarterly reports, annual W-2, monthly retirement reports and bi-weekly payments to vendors. Full Article
finance Call for Natural Capital to be mainstreamed into finance ministries By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 16 Dec 2010 13:21:16 GMT Although the value of biodiversity and ecosystem services has been recognised, it is still not fully integrated into policy-making. A new report has developed an action plan that recommends that governments create a 'Natural Capital' minister in the Finance Ministry, develop a set of Natural Capital Accounts and form an inter-departmental committee to oversee programmes in this area. Full Article
finance The scope of ecotourism to finance national park conservation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 6 Sep 2012 11:40:52 +0100 How can ecotourism be managed so that tourists' visits are compatible with the protection of species and their habitats? In a new study, researchers developed a tool to calculate the trade-off between tourism and the protection of an endangered bird in an Austrian national park, in order to optimise conservation and visitor management. Full Article
finance Refinance Dominates Mortgage Applications in the Aftermath of Brexit By zillow.mediaroom.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2016 08:00:00 -0400 Refinance requests increased 132 percent following the Brexit vote as borrowers capitalize on historically low mortgage rates, according to Zillow Group Mortgages analysis Full Article
finance 25 must-follow personal finance Twitter feeds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2013 15:39:49 +0000 Dave Ramsey, Suze Orman, Jim Cramer and other active Twitter accounts. Full Article Personal Finance
finance 7 personal finance skills for college kids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Sep 2016 16:35:01 +0000 One of the best skills you can give your college student is practice with money management, preferably while they still live under your roof. Full Article Personal Finance
finance It's never too late to learn these 10 personal finance skills By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Sep 2016 12:58:39 +0000 No matter how practiced we are at managing our money, it’s never too late to learn new hacks. Try these 10 tips to revamp some of your financial habits. Full Article Personal Finance
finance Premium finance not affected by FCA relief measures, says Biba By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:40:33 +0100 Trade body said it lobbied the regulator to exclude premium finance arrangements as payment deferrals would have left many brokers at greater risk. Full Article
finance Finding a Mortgage Refinance Advisor By www.articlegeek.com Published On :: If you are looking to refinance your home for a lower rate, or you are interested in a refinance with cash out to do some home repairs, buy a new car, etc., you may want to consider finding a mortgage refinance advisor. Full Article
finance Bad Credit Mortgage Refinance By www.articlegeek.com Published On :: If you are looking to refinance your mortgage but believe you will be unable to because your credit may be challenged by late payments, bankruptcy, charge off's, or unpaid medical bills to name a few, don't worry, there is hope. Full Article
finance Ventana Research Publishes Benchmark Research on the Office of Finance By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:00 GMT Research explores best practices and challenges for organizations Full Article