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6/20/24, 9:34 AM PRESSR: Etihad Credit Insurance showcases its efforts in promoting sustainability and climate action at ‘TXF Global 2024’ — Tradi…
H.E. Al Mazrouei added, “ECI has joined various initiatives and established
partnerships that support the adoption renewable energy and implementation
of sustainability projects, including the Africa Green Investment initiative (AGII)
and our partnership with Masdar. These efforts come in line with the United
Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those focusing on
Affordable and Clean Energy, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and
Climate Action.” She further pointed out the positive impact of ECI’s
membership in the alliance, while shedding light on the ways it can reinforce
cooperation with other export credit agencies and increase its capacity to
contribute to the efforts to attain climate targets.
Additionally, H.E. Al Mazrouei emphasised the company’s vital efforts and
contributions towards global climate goals, such as the 2030 Sustainable
Development Agenda and the Paris Agreement, even though it was established
recently. Commenting on the Africa Green Investment Initiative (AGII) and its
results in improving sustainability of the continent, H.E. Al Mazrouei said,
“Launched by the COP 28 Presidency at the Africa Climate Summit as part of
Union Program 7 by the UAE, AGII’s efforts aligns with the targets of NZECA
Alliance. With Africa50 as a key partner, it seeks to raise USD 4.5 billion from
renowned climate action companies in the UAE, including Masdar, the Abu Dhabi
Fund for Development, AMEA Power and ECI.”
In this context, H.E. Al Mazrouei emphasised the company’s critical role,
especially noting its commitment to contribute USD 500 million by offering
cutting-edge NZECA business solutions and facilitating joint efforts between the
initiative’s partners and stakeholders, which include private financiers,
institutional investors, development banks, nonprofit organisations, export
credit agencies and technical experts. This supports in financing for ambitious
green projects in the African continent, signifying the company’s commitment
to support the NZECA Alliance’s objectives of lowering carbon emissions and
boosting climate resilience.
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