COP29

President Ilham Aliyev Attended the International Forum “COP29 and Green Vision for Azerbaijan”

President Ilham Aliyev Attended the International Forum “COP29 and Green Vision for Azerbaijan”

COP29 Summary of IDD

COP29 Summary of IDD

COP29 Scientific Council Convenes Inaugural Board Meeting

COP29 Scientific Council Convenes Inaugural Board Meeting

Science, Technology and Innovation, Digitalisation Day Discussion at COP29

Science, Technology and Innovation, Digitalisation Day Discussion at COP29

IDD hosted the Caspian Week Forum at ADA University

IDD hosted the Caspian Week Forum at ADA University

Water Envoy for the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ms. Meike van Ginneken, Hosted by IDD

Water Envoy for the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ms. Meike van Ginneken, Hosted by IDD

UN Assistant Secretary-General Marcos Athias Neto Delivers Lecture at ADA University on Financing Sustainable Development

UN Assistant Secretary-General Marcos Athias Neto Delivers Lecture at ADA University on Financing Sustainable Development

IDD hosted Sue Biniaz, Special Envoy from the Office of the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate

IDD hosted Sue Biniaz, Special Envoy from the Office of the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate

From Vision to Reality, Getting the Job Done: UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell

From Vision to Reality, Getting the Job Done: UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell

The “Climate and Water Summit Towards COP29” takes place at ADA University

The “Climate and Water Summit Towards COP29” takes place at ADA University

Insightful Lecture by Acting Director of UNEP’s Europe Office

Insightful Lecture by Acting Director of UNEP’s Europe Office

IDD Hosted a Lecture by UN Assistant Secretary-General

IDD Hosted a Lecture by UN Assistant Secretary-General

COP29 was Analyzed from European and South Caucasus Perspectives

COP29 was Analyzed from European and South Caucasus Perspectives

Lecture Led by Mr. Mattias Frumerie, Sweden's Climate Ambassador and Lead Negotiator for COP29

Lecture Led by Mr. Mattias Frumerie, Sweden's Climate Ambassador and Lead Negotiator for COP29

Global Perspectives Lecture Series About COP29

Global Perspectives Lecture Series About COP29

“How to Cope with COP?”: Special Training for MFA and COP 29 Team

“How to Cope with COP?”: Special Training for MFA and COP 29 Team

The 18th Baku Summer Energy School, held in two countries, concluded

The 18th Baku Summer Energy School, held in two countries, concluded

18th Baku Summer Energy School kicks off at ADA University

18th Baku Summer Energy School kicks off at ADA University

Training for Media Representatives: Sustainable Development and Climate Change through the Media Perspective

Training for Media Representatives: Sustainable Development and Climate Change through the Media Perspective

Heather Taylor-Strauss Highlights Climate FDI as a Key Driver of Climate Finance at ADA University

Heather Taylor-Strauss Highlights Climate FDI as a Key Driver of Climate Finance at ADA University

Roundtable Discussion on "Dealing with a Decrease in the Caspian Sea Level" at ADA University

Roundtable Discussion on "Dealing with a Decrease in the Caspian Sea Level" at ADA University

IDD Water Diplomacy Series: Sea Security Strategy

IDD Water Diplomacy Series: Sea Security Strategy

Water Diplomacy Series Features a Lecture, "How to Green the Middle Corridor?”

Water Diplomacy Series Features a Lecture, "How to Green the Middle Corridor?”

IDD Water Diplomacy Series Features Professor Olcay Ünver on Sustainable Water Management

IDD Water Diplomacy Series Features Professor Olcay Ünver on Sustainable Water Management

Roundtable on Promoting the Role of Women in the Energy Sector

Roundtable on Promoting the Role of Women in the Energy Sector

IDD Water Diplomacy Series: Panel Discussion at Baku Water Week Conference

IDD Water Diplomacy Series: Panel Discussion at Baku Water Week Conference

Panel Discussion on “Gender and Climate Action: Solutions for Women, by Women"

Panel Discussion on “Gender and Climate Action: Solutions for Women, by Women"

Heather Taylor-Strauss Highlights Climate FDI as a Key Driver of Climate Finance at ADA University

Heather Taylor-Strauss Highlights Climate FDI as a Key Driver of Climate Finance at ADA University

ADA University hosted Dr. Heather Taylor-Strauss, Economic Affairs Officer at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP), as a guest speaker in its prestigious Global Perspectives Lecture Series (GPLS). Her lecture, titled “Climate FDI: A Key Source of Climate Finance,” shed light on the critical role of foreign direct investment (FDI) in addressing global climate challenges.  

Dr. Taylor-Strauss emphasized the importance of Climate FDI cross-border investments focused on mitigating climate change and promoting environmental sustainability as a crucial resource for bridging the significant climate finance gap. She highlighted that developing countries, in particular, face challenges in meeting the financial requirements of the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a climate finance shortfall estimated at $5.8-5.9 trillion for the pre-2030 period.  

The lecture delved into the necessity of creating supportive policy environments to attract climate-aligned investments, underscoring the role of public-private partnerships in mobilizing resources. Dr. Taylor-Strauss discussed innovative financing mechanisms, such as blended finance, as vital tools for de-risking investments and incentivizing private sector participation, especially in least-developed countries where funding challenges are most acute.  

Drawing on her extensive experience at UN ESCAP, where she leads research and policy advisory efforts on sustainable investment strategies, Dr. Taylor-Strauss illustrated how Climate FDI could be leveraged to support projects in renewable energy, climate-resilient infrastructure, and sustainable agriculture. She also highlighted the need for international cooperation to scale up these investments and align financial systems with climate objectives.  

The event offered ADA University students and faculty a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between finance and climate action, inspiring future leaders to explore innovative solutions for sustainable development. The lecture reaffirmed ADA University’s commitment to fostering informed dialogue on global challenges and equipping its community with the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful change.