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EBRD Appoints Gianpiero Nacci as New Climate Chief

EBRD Appoints Gianpiero Nacci as New Climate Chief

EBRD Appoints Gianpiero Nacci as New Climate Chief
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  • Strategic Leadership: Gianpiero Nacci brings over two decades of expertise in green finance, industrial decarbonisation, and climate adaptation to his new role.
  • Green Focus: EBRD’s green finance reached €9.7 billion in 2024, with over half of its business volume supporting sustainable projects.
  • Future Goals: Under Nacci’s leadership, EBRD aims to further scale up private-sector green investments and drive impactful climate solutions.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Gianpiero Nacci as its Managing Director for Climate Strategy and Delivery (CSD), effective 1 January 2025. This appointment comes as Harry Boyd-Carpenter transitions to Managing Director of the Sustainable Infrastructure Group.

Experience and Vision

An Italian national, Nacci has been a key architect of the EBRD’s climate initiatives since joining in 2003. His career includes roles as Principal Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Deputy Head of Energy Efficiency and Climate Change. Most recently, he led the Sustainable Business and Infrastructure team, transforming it into a critical operational support pillar for green finance and policy efforts.

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Nacci emphasized the Bank’s continued commitment to sustainability, stating:
“I am honoured to take on this new role and build on the EBRD’s long-standing commitment to tackling climate challenges and biodiversity loss across our regions. Together with our talented teams, we will further scale up green financing and unlock more private-sector investments, continuing to drive meaningful change towards a greener and more sustainable future.”

Gianpiero Nacci, Climate Chief

Impact by the Numbers

In 2024, EBRD’s green finance reached €9.7 billion, solidifying its position as a leader in climate finance among multilateral development banks. Over 50% of its business volume supports green initiatives.

The EBRD aims to advance decarbonisation, energy transition, and green urban development while mobilising private-sector investments to accelerate meaningful environmental change.

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