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1. The federal government has the tools to combat global poverty with investment. It should use them.

   October 28, 2020 - by Eugene Ellmen - 0 comments

   Eugene Ellmen, former Oikocredit Director, identifies ways that Global Affairs Canada can get back on track with its blended finance strategies.

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2. The future of Canadian impact investing in developing countries

   January 17, 2020 - by Eugene Ellmen - 0 comments

   

   Eugene Ellmen, former Oikocredit Director shares 6 recommendations emerging from a report conducted by CAFIID - Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development, that "can help to develop a vibrant Canadian ecosystem for impact investment in developing countries"

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3. Investment in small farmers key to feeding the world and reducing poverty

   September 28, 2017 - by Eugene Ellmen - 0 comments

   

   According to UN estimates, the world population is expected to grow from about seven billion currently to more than nine billion by 2050. This means that farmers around the world are going to have to produce a lot more food, while limiting their impact on land, water and the global climate.

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4. Innovative investment needed to eradicate energy poverty

   March 2, 2017 - by Eugene Ellmen - 0 comments

   

   The goal to eradicate poverty in the developing world will take more than just money. It will also take energy to cook food, heat and light homes and power computers and cellphones.

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5. The high price tag behind the SDGs and why investors need to get behind them

   May 13, 2016 - by Eugene Ellmen - 0 comments

   

   Up to £4.8 trillion will be needed every year to achieve the sustainable development goals on infrastructure, clean energy, water, sanitation and agriculture. Governments alone won’t be able to handle this.

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