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Not Impact Measurement. Impact
Development finance is rethinking results measurement by moving from retrospective reporting to using evidence during implementation to improve outcomes. This blog was originally posted by the World Bank on April 21, 2026, by the heads of Outcome Measurement of Multilateral and Bilateral Development Agencies.
The Rules Have Changed: Sustainability Is Now the Price of Entry for Investment in Latin America and the Caribbean
Discover how, at Sustainability Week, May 26–28, private-sector leaders turn resilience into investable, scalable growth.
Does Credit Access Create Jobs? New Evidence from 30 Countries in Latin America and the Caribbean
A new IDB Invest study measures how $1 million in credit translates into new jobs for MSMEs across the region.
The Future of the Amazon Region Demands Innovative and Sustainable Financing
During an event at New York Climate Week, participants highlighted the urgent need for cross-sector collaboration and collective action to promote bioeconomy, long-term solutions, and halt deforestation.
Four Strategies to Harness the Potential of the Amazon Region’s Superfoods
These products can foster sustainable and inclusive development through traceability, support for local producers, private sector participation, and public-private partnerships.
Microfinance to Empower Peru's Rural Women
With IDB Invest’s support, Caja Huancayo is helping to transform rural Peru by driving economic growth in remote communities.
A New Business Model to Scale Impact in Latin America and the Caribbean
By bridging regional challenges and opportunities with capital markets, IDB Invest makes a real difference on social, economic, and climate issues and paves the way for a sustainable and prosperous future.
Next Stop for Electric Buses: What Do We Do with the Batteries?
This type of vehicle is becoming a key option compared to diesel to reduce emissions in public transport. The challenge, however, is to find effective ways to extend the life of the batteries and recycle their components.
Calling Private Investors: Four Opportunities to Scale Impact in the Amazon Region
Despite facing an ecological tipping point, sensible investments in the basin can foster sustainable growth and protect ecosystems.
