eConsultant2: Assessing climate mitigation pathways to support INDC implementation

Deadline: 23-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The objective of this activity is to assist the government of Costa Rica in assessing indexalternative pathways to achieve the emission reduction commitments made in its Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) and developing analytical tools and data necessary to explore existing, proposed and complementary mitigation policies and actions. To this end, this activity will develop an appropriate country-specific modeling framework and a capacity building program that allows continuous integration and update of better data on existing/new options.

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Short Term Consultant Agrifinance Specialist

Deadline: 20-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

Tasks will include: Sector and value chain mapping market intelligence, Business _DSC0993development, Project design, implementation and delivery. Establish client-specific agribusiness credit policies in conjunction with clients Credit Risk Management division and the Business Lines (MSME and Corporate/Wholesale Banking).
Monitor adoption of newly acquired skills and practices by clients and take corrective action or alternative approaches where required. Develop training materials and deliver training for clients on agriculture lending at entry and intermediate levels. Ensure consultation with all key client stakeholders and buy in from Senior Management.

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eConsultant2:Agriculture Finance/Insurance Value Chain Mapping Study

Deadline:  16-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The objective of the assignment it to identify promising finance and index insurance opportunities at different stages of the value chains of 3-4 agricultural img_7478Acommodities in Cameroon.The Assignment should:
(a) Identify and analyze the value chains
(b) Assess the nature of farmers and production methods
(c) Develop cash flow and financial profiles for value chain players
(d) Analyze the demand and supply of finance and index insurance

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Climate-Driven Water Scarcity

Climate-Driven Water Scarcity Could Hit Economic Growth by Up to 6 Percent in Some Regions, Says World Bank

WASHINGTON, May, 3 2016 – Water scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, could cost watersome regions up to 6 percent of their GDP, spur migration, and spark conflict, according to a new World Bank report released today.*

High and Dry: Climate Change, Water and the Economy, says the combined effects of growing populations, rising incomes, and expanding cities will see demand for water rising exponentially, while supply becomes more erratic and uncertain.

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Launch of 2016 World Bank Group/Bloomberg Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report

A lively read for companies, investors, governments, and other key players interested in 20160301_OffGridSolarTrendsReportBNEFSolarReport_EmailTeaser_R3the opportunities and challenges presented by the dynamic off-grid solar market. The report tracks the groundbreaking technological advances and innovative business models which have emerged to transform the lives ofmillions through affordable modern solar energy services.

The report: 20160301_OffGridSolarTrendsReport

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eConsultant2: Assessment of the Impact of IFC Investments in the Development of Oil and Gas Sector of Ghana

Deadline: 13-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

Assessment of the Impact of IFC Investments in the Development of Oil and Gas Sector of Financial EducationGhana.This project aims to assess the jobs and GDP impact of IFC projects in oil and gas sector in Ghana. The project is funded by Lets Works funding window that aims to generate new methods and approaches to measure, understand, and strengthen the creation of more, better, and more inclusive jobs.

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Upcoming events

We are almost half way through 2016  so to better prepare you for doing business with the World Bank we have updated the list of the ”most relevant” events for the Dutch private sector below.

We understand that it may be difficult to attend the events in person but not to worry the majority of the events will be broadcast by live stream.

Please email us if you plan on attending and with any questions you may have.

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World Bank Raises 2016 Oil Price Forecast, Revises Down Agriculture Price Projections

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WASHINGTON, April 26, 2016— Amid improving market sentiment and a weakening dollar, the World Bank is raising its 2016 forecast for crude oil prices to $41 per barrel from $37 per barrel in its latest Commodity Markets Outlook, as an oversupply in markets is expected to recede.

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eConsultant: Supporting Resilience to Coastal Hazards in Vietnam

Deadline:20-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The World Bank is in the initial stages of working with Vietnams Ministry of Agriculture waterand Rural Development for the identification of preparedness and risk reduction measures for coastal hazards. This assignment can be seen as a first step in establishing an overview. Later on, activities to come to design guidelines, feasibility studies and possibilities for Public Private Partnerships are foreseen

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