- Catalyzing Green Transformation: AsiaXchange 2024 aims to accelerate Asia’s equitable green transition by uniting key stakeholders.
- Focus on Climate Finance: Experts will discuss bridging Asia’s $800 billion climate finance gap through public and private investment.
- Youth Leadership: Featuring TED-style talks, young leaders will share their visions for driving impactful climate action in the region.
Rockefeller Foundation Hosts AsiaXchange 2024: A Blueprint for Asia’s Green & Resilient Future
The Rockefeller Foundation will host AsiaXchange 2024, focusing on “Accelerating Asia’s Equitable Green Transformation: Taking a Systems Approach for Climate Action.” This event aims to bring together diverse voices from across Asia to explore practical solutions for building a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Building Asia’s Climate Resilience
The event comes as the region prepares for COP29, putting Asia’s climate agenda in the spotlight. Discussions will center around uniting financiers, policymakers, and community leaders to collaborate on green and resilient growth.
“Asia is at the center of global climate action,” said Deepali Khanna, Vice President of the Asia Regional Office at The Rockefeller Foundation. “With AsiaXchange 2024, we’re bringing together Asian financiers, policymakers, solutions providers, and leaders of frontline communities to share ideas, form partnerships, and find the solutions we need to secure a green, resilient future for all.”
Mobilizing Climate Finance
With an annual shortfall of $800 billion in climate financing for Asia, the event will spotlight strategies to mobilize both public and private capital. Experts will discuss the role of innovative financial structures such as green bonds and catalytic capital.
“Asia can demonstrate to the rest of the world how to achieve development with sustainability,” said Elizabeth Yee, Executive Vice President for Programs at The Rockefeller Foundation. “AsiaXchange 2024 will help us strengthen partnerships capable of scaling practical, people-centered climate solutions across the region.”
Notable Sessions at AsiaXchange 2024
- Aspirations vs. Reality: Decoding the challenges and opportunities of achieving net-zero emissions in Asia.
- Youth Voices for Climate Action: Featuring intergenerational dialogues and TED-style talks highlighting youth-driven initiatives.
- Billions and Trillions: Exploring how to close Asia’s climate finance gap by leveraging public and private capital.
Driving Equitable Green Transformation
AsiaXchange 2024 will serve as a platform for countries, businesses, and communities to come together and create a unified strategy for a sustainable Asia. From climate finance to youth leadership, the event is poised to shape the region’s future.
Key Speakers include Albert Park, Chief Economist at the Asian Development Bank; Beverley Postma, Executive Director at Grow Asia; and Ho Ren Hua, CEO of Thai Wah Public Company, among others.
For more information on AsiaXchange 2024, visit rockefellerfoundation.org.