The United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) presents an online conference:

Empowering SMEs for Global Climate Action: Innovation, Finance, and Policy Partnerships

July 10, 2024, 12:00 pm EST/ 9:00 am PT/ 8:00 pm GMT+4

The urgency to address global climate change has never been more pressing. With the upcoming COP29 in Azerbaijan in November 2024, the international community is focusing on innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to mitigate climate impacts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in this transition due to their agility, innovation, and potential for widespread impact. Coupled with the support of financial institutions like the US Export-Import (EXIM) Bank and private commercial banks there is significant potential to enhance the global export of green technologies and drive meaningful climate action.

Speakers:

David De Falco, Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce

Nigar Arpadarai, Climate Change High-Level Champion, COP29

Claire Ehnmann, Deputy Associate Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration (invited)

U.S. EXIM Bank (TBA)

Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, U.S. Department of State (TBA)

For program updates, please visit the event webpage by clicking here.