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ADGM Academy and GCFC Sign MoU to Advance Climate Finance Education and Capacity Building
ADGM Academy: 29 April 2025
ADGM Academy & Research Centre (ADGMA) and the Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on building the next generation of climate finance expertise, with a special focus on emerging markets and developing economies.
This initiative combines ADGM Academy’s leadership in financial education with GCFC’s expertise in climate finance to deliver high-impact outcomes.
“Climate finance is not a trend; it is the future of finance. By partnering with ADGM Academy, we are building a new generation of leaders who will drive responsible investment and innovation across markets.”
– Mercedes Vela Monserrate, CEO, GCFC
“This partnership is a vital step toward equipping institutions and professionals with the tools they need to drive sustainable growth and innovation in emerging markets.”
– Mansoor Jaffar, CEO, ADGM Academy
The collaboration focuses on key areas such as:
- Transition planning and de-risking instruments
- Green bonds and sukuk issuances
- Carbon markets and financial innovation
This MoU reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for sustainable finance education and advancing the UAE’s legacy post-COP28.
Under the MoU, ADGM Academy and GCFC will:
- Co-develop specialised training programmes on climate finance.
- Co-author research publications that address evolving market needs.
- Host webinars, workshops, and conferences to promote knowledge exchange.