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Guatemala Advances in Diversifying Energy Sources for the Transport Sector
IDB Invest supported technical studies that provided evidence for the introduction of a 10% ethanol blend in gasoline in Guatemala.
Making Every Dollar Count: Capital Management for Greater Development Impact
How IDB Invest optimizes its balance sheet to expand investment capacity through its Originate-to-Share model.
The Untapped Opportunity in SME Banking
IDB Invest is helping financial institutions across Latin America and the Caribbean strengthen their SME banking capabilities for long-term growth.
IDB World: Good Jobs, Universal Health Coverage, Fighting Poverty With Remittances
We present three blog posts from the IDB Group on the creation of quality jobs in the region, the search for universal health coverage, and the use of international remittances against poverty.
The New Gender Gaps Brought about by Technological Innovation and How to Avoid Them
New technology applications have a great potential to help us achieve equity over the next decade. To that end, it is essential to invest in innovations that do not replicate gender biases, are developed by women and promote women’s technology investments.
The Great Tech Revolution: Artificial General Intelligence & Multilateral Development Banks
By prioritizing ethics and sustainable development, providing technical assistance, and coordinating responses to potential risks, multilateral development banks can help ensure that artificial general intelligence is developed and used in a way that benefits everyone and minimizes potential harms.
For Earth Day, Nature-Based Solutions in Private Sector Infrastructure Projects
Several studies have shown that Nature-Based Solutions in private sector projects provide meaningful societal benefits for climate and social resilience, as well as ecosystem health.
Addressing Water Stress through Public-Private Partnerships in Desalination Projects
The desalination industry offers an effective alternative to respond to water scarcity in the region, especially in a context where it is essential to engage the private sector, and develop and structure effective projects that meet social needs.
IDB World: ChatGPT, Maritime Transport, Trans Rights
We present three blog posts from the IDB Group on the power of ChatGPT to develop public policies, maritime transport and access to housing for the trans collective.