Nordic x Climate Talks

Join us for NDF's podcast series, Nordic x Climate Talks, where we focus on discussions about global climate finance and delve into the impactful projects co-financed by NDF.

In our first-ever podcast, we present diverse angles of our work and discuss them with experts in climate finance. Each episode offers a deep dive into the initiatives we co-finance together with partners, providing valuable insights into the themes that drive our daily operations.

Throughout the series, we will explore the challenges and solutions to climate change with our esteemed guests, sharing insights from the front lines of climate action.

Stay tuned for more episodes!

Episode 1: 15 years of climate finance: What have we achieved?

In this episode, we reflect on NDF’s 15-year journey in climate and development finance and discuss how the agenda has transformed and the responses to challenges evolved globally. We emphasise NDF's role at the forefront of driving timely solutions and implementing best practices, showcasing a proactive approach to tackling climate and development challenges.

Host: Kelly Keodara, EEP Africa

Guests:

  • Leena Klossner, Deputy Managing Director, Nordic Development Fund
  • Hans Olav Ibrekk, Special Envoy for Climate and Security, Norway Ministry of Foreign Affairs

 

Episode 2: Advancing gender equality in Africa's clean energy sector 
In the second episode, produced in collaboration with the Energy and Environment Partnership Trust Fund (EEP Africa), we will talk about EEP Africa's activities and how gender equality and inclusion are addressed in their project portfolio. 

Host: Kelly Keodara, EEP Africa

Guests:

  • Chiedza Mazaiwana, Project Manager at EEP Africa
  • Rethabile Mafura, Country Manager at African Clean Energy (ACE)