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sustainable development goals with financial resource allocation was seen as a means to
facilitate the achievement of these objectives.
One educator expressed this viewpoint: “I think green finance plays a particularly
important role in solving issues related to sustainable development. First, green finance
encourages investment in environmentally friendly projects and technologies, helping to
minimize negative impacts on the environment, protect natural resources, and reduce
carbon emissions. Second, it also plays a critical role in risk management and climate
change adaptation. Finally, green finance motivates and supports the transition to a
green economy, creating favorable conditions for the development and expansion of
green solutions and technologies.”
Some participants argued that green finance is not merely a goal for developing the
financial system but also a fundamental solution that fosters sustainable development by
simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and social
justice.
In conclusion, our assessment of educators’ expertise in the field of green finance has
provided valuable insights into their backgrounds, knowledge levels, and perspectives
on this emerging discipline. It is noteworthy that the majority of these educators had
acquired their understanding of green finance through self-study, independent research,
and informal learning, as formal training courses on the subject were limited. They
emphasized the increasing prominence of green finance in public discourse and
acknowledged its vital role in addressing sustainability challenges.
The interviewees recognized that green finance serves as a critical enabler for sustainable
development, fostering investment in environmentally friendly projects, mitigating
environmental harm, and promoting resource conservation. They also highlighted its
potential to advance social equity, diversity, and worker’s rights while aiding risk
management and climate change adaptation.
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