FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank

What does it take to unlock USD 100 mln in private capital for forest protection, and make it work across three continents? https://lnkd.in/ekNUKBq5 This September, the Mobilising Finance for Forests' Learning, Convening, and Influencing Platform spoke to Jenya Shandina, our Blended Finance Portfolio Manager, about how the MFF program has evolved from a bold idea into a proven model for climate and biodiversity impact. The MFF Program is delivered by FMO and funded by the governments of the UK and the Netherlands, and aims to deploy #blendedfinance to catalyze investments in sustainable land use and forestry. We recently crossed a major milestone, having deployed USD 100 mln across nine investments in Latin America, Africa, and Asia, which includes funds such as andGreen Fund, EcoEnterprises Fund, Responsible Commodities Facilities, and other smaller direct investments. In the interview, Jenya reflects on key milestones, lessons learned, and how concessional capital has been used to crowd in private sector funding for nature-based solutions. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ekNUKBq5 #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance #SustainableForestry Palladium: Make It Possible

During The World Bank Group Annual Meetings, our CEO Michael Jongeneel met with IFC - International Finance Corporation's Managing Director Makhtar Diop to reaffirm our shared commitment to driving private sector development in emerging markets. We’re proud to continue being one of IFC’s largest syndication partners globally, thanks to our efficient and trusted collaboration. Our discussions focused on working more structurally and closely on key IFC initiatives, including Agri Connect, which aligns strongly with our strategic priorities in sustainable agriculture and food systems. This engagement reflects our joint ambition to scale impact through climate finance, #SME support, and innovative blended finance solutions. We look forward to continuing this partnership and co-creating solutions that enable thriving entrepreneurs and communities worldwide. #DevelopmentFinance

What companies and projects does FMO invest in? We've just published our Monthly Transaction Overview so you can read more about which #projects we supported in September 2025. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eS6SbCxD #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance #PioneerDevelopScale

How can we unlock more #climatefinance for Brazil’s bioeconomy, and bring it to scale?   In collaboration with Partnerships for Forests, our Mobilising Finance for Forests (MFF) program is hosting the "Brazilian Bioeconomy Emerging Funds Mixer" in São Paulo ahead of COP30, as part of the UN PRI Annual Forum (PRI In Person). This informal mixer will bring together international investors, DFIs, fund managers, donors, and project developers to explore how public, private and blended capital can accelerate #naturepositive investment in #Brazil’s forests and sustainable land use sector. Featuring presentations from emerging Brazilian fund managers, participants will deepen their understanding of forest and sustainable land use investment opportunities in Brazil and be able to exchange insights and make connections with other like-minded investors. 📅 Date: 6th November 2025 🕓 Time: 17:00 - 19:30 (food service to begin at 16:40)   While this is an invite-only event, we do have space available for people outside of our contacts. If you think that this event is relevant to your organization and would like to attend, please email Megan Hawkes ([email protected]) for more information.    #BlendedFinance #COP30 #SustainableFinance #PRIinPerson   This is an official side event of PRI in Person 2025, taking place from 4–6 November in São Paulo. PRI in Person will bring together over 1,000 leaders and practitioners across the global investment ecosystem ahead of COP30. This unmissable event will feature high-level debate and insightful peer discussion on key strategic issues impacting your organization, alongside extensive networking opportunities. To learn more and register, visit the conference platform. Principles for Responsible Investment Palladium: Make It Possible  

We're pleased to have had our Partnerships for Impact Director Eric Holterhues represent us in Singapore and underscore the importance of impact investors and DFIs in mobilizing private capital, as well as risk-sharing to crowd in institutional investors to drive long-term sustainable development.

🌍 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 & 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐧 This week, we've been at The World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington D.C., where we signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IDB Invest, reinforcing our shared commitment to deepen collaboration in regions where DFIs are most needed. The MoU signals a strategic alignment to catalyze sustainable investments in #LatinAmerica and the #Caribbean, particularly where private capital rarely reaches. Together, we aim to enhance mutual reliance and unlock opportunities that drive inclusive growth and climate resilience. A recent example of this collaboration is our joint financing of Energía Turística S.A. (Enertur) in the Dominican Republic, alongside IDB Invest and FinDev Canada. We contributed USD 18.81 mln to support a 64MWac solar PV plant and a 30MW / 30MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)—a project that will deliver 100% #greenenergy and bolster the country’s renewable energy targets and tourism sector. As global leaders convened this week at the Annual Meetings, the message is clear: partnerships and mobilizing capital are key to scaling impact. From agribusiness to energy, DFIs play a critical role in bridging financing gaps and enabling sustainable development. We look forward to building on this momentum and intensifying our collaboration with partners like IDB Invest. #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance

💡 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚 Last week in Colombo, #SriLanka, we joined forces with the Sri Lanka Bankers’ Association to deliver a three-day training that brought together 100+ professionals from banks, NBFCs, and the corporate sector, all united by one goal: advancing sustainable finance across Sri Lanka and the region. Over the training, we provided insights into strategic guidance for CXOs, to deep dives on financed emissions for technical specialists. The sessions were full of insightful keynotes, hands-on presentations, and lively panel discussions. Together, we explored a range of pressing issues, including how to embed #ESG principles, accelerate climate action, and build resilience in financial systems, all with the aim of driving collective action for a greener and more inclusive future. A big thank you to our partners and participants for making this a success! DAI Sri Lanka Banks' Association's Sustainable Banking Initiative Joint Impact Model Foundation The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce

Are you ready to relive the Future of Finance 2025: Turn the Tide? On 23-24 September, over 500 financial leaders from 60+ countries gathered in Rotterdam for the 7th edition of our flagship event. Thank you to all the customers and partners whose engagement made a good conference an unforgettable one. From rethinking economic systems and empowering communities to designing inclusive financial services and navigating transformative technologies, our keynote speakers offered powerful perspectives on what it means to lead change, and we hope these stay with you long after the conference is over. Watch the recap video below, then browse through the highlights of the conference through the recap article live on our website: https://lnkd.in/ebY-_EJF

How can locally-managed SME investment funds help reach small and growing businesses in frontier markets? https://lnkd.in/ez-bZ-yn In the latest Foundation of Growth series by Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA), we explore perspectives from: ▶️ Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P, whose IPDEV model supports local funds that have backed nearly 60 African SMEs ▶️ Collaborative for Frontier Finance, which has been tracking the progress of small business growth funds. These funds target the “missing middle” of businesses: those that are too large for microfinance but are deemed too risky for traditional banks These views provide fresh approaches on mobilizing capital into local funds and their insights can help shape the conversation on how to support small businesses in frontier markets in Africa. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/ez-bZ-yn ARIA is joint initiative we began with British International Investment (with Proparco now onboarded into the initiative) which aims to address systemic barriers in #frontiermarkets in Africa. Through our pivotal #marketcreation approach, we aim to generate more investment opportunities for players seeking to contribute to private sector development in the markets and sectors that it currently cannot reach. For more on our market creation approach, click here: https://lnkd.in/emGmGzyT

🔎 How are innovative financing structures changing the game for climate and nature finance?   In Sao Paulo, Mobilising Finance for Forests is hosting the private session "Financing Green & Greening Finance: Lessons from bankable models in the Brazilian forests and sustainable land use sector". The session will spotlight two MFF investees through a dynamic conversation exploring how their projects have raised finance and aim to deliver impact, returns, and scale. These interviews will discuss how MFF’s investment has helped catalyze further funding and how blended finance strategies can help de-risk investments and unlock climate and nature finance in emerging markets.   Date: 7th November 2025 Time: 09:30-11:30 am Speakers include senior representatives from FMO, BTG Pactual's Reforestation Strategy, and the Responsible Commodities Facility.    While this is an invite-only event, we have space available for people outside of our contacts. If you think that this event is relevant to your organization and would like to attend, please email Megan Hawkes ([email protected]) for more information. For more information on our MFF program, click here: https://lnkd.in/eh8ka9-f   #BlendedFinance #COP30 #SustainableFinance #PRIinPerson   This is an official side event of PRI in Person 2025, taking place from 4–6 November in São Paulo. PRI in Person will bring together over 1,000 leaders and practitioners across the global investment ecosystem ahead of COP30. This unmissable event will feature high-level debate and insightful peer discussion on key strategic issues impacting your organization, alongside extensive networking opportunities. To learn more and register, visit the conference platform.