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The World Bank currently bans any investment in or work on nuclear energy. But after years of pressure, and recent support from bank leadership, that could soon change. Devex’s Adva Saldinger explores what it will take and what's at stake. #WorldBank #nuclear #energy

Over the last 48 hours, a draft executive order has made its way across Washington — one that would fundamentally change the operations and mission of the U.S. Department of State. #DOS #foreignaid

The World Bank's portfolio currently includes 210 projects with a total value of $38.9 billion. Where will the projects be held and what are the biggest projects so far? Devex dug into the data. #WorldBank #data #funding

“We all need to take a step back and think in what we call a Planetary Health approach.” Dr. Caroline Stigant and Dr. David Goldfarb call for more sustainable kidney care worldwide. Find out how rising global temperatures are impacting global kidney health and what we can do about it. Produced in Partnership with International Society of Nephrology #DevexSeries on #AcceleratingAction #EarthDay #PlanetVsPlastics #KidneyHealthMatters

Historically, public health interventions targeting neglected tropical diseases have been delivered and funded in silos, limiting progress in their elimination. Here, Sam Mayer, vice president of global strategic partnerships at The END Fund, explains what collaborations can be put in place to address these issues and why we need to put governments of endemic countries at the heart of conversations. #DevexSeries #EscapetheNeglect #NeglectedNoMore Gates Foundation

Today is #EarthDay. The theme #OurPowerOurPlanet urges global unity in supporting renewable energy and achieving clean electricity by 2030. Want to understand how we get there? Explore these Devex articles for insights into the hurdles, solutions, and ongoing efforts in advancing renewable energy use. 1) At the #SpringMeetings this week, #WorldBank's Ajay Banga will discuss energy, including Mission 300 initiative, which aims to electrify 300 million Africans by 2030 through doubled investment & policy reform. Learn more about Mission 300 via Devex Global Development Reporter Ayenat Mersie's piece.⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eW-66w3S 2) “Future global prosperity relies heavily on the prosperity of Africa’s unelectrified population,” writes Andrew Herscowitz, CEO of Rockefeller Catalytic Capital's Mission 300 Accelerator, in an op-ed for Devex. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dg_zeuPV 3) With a clean energy transition more crucial than ever, governments must prioritize clean energy to ensure national security, economic competitiveness & public health, Megan Darby writes in this opinion piece. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ef2ZU5p4 4) The EU's "Global Gateway" initiative is doubling down on green projects! In 2025, 54% of its 46 flagship schemes (up from 44% last year) will focus on energy & climate, including hydrogen, renewables, sustainable agriculture, and more. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/etKJE8BZ 5) AI's ability to process vast amounts of data and uncover insights that would otherwise remain hidden is particularly valuable in addressing energy inequity, writes the Bezos Earth Fund’s Nicole Iseppi in this opinion piece. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dq4QqrBE 6) Are debt swaps a real solution for climate finance? Karabo Mokgonyana (She/Her) & Tess Woolfenden argue they often fall short, advocating for debt justice & grant-based funding. Read their opinion piece. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e-Xb3sRe 7) While each country's energy transition path is unique, successful approaches share common elements: clear targets, supportive policies, public-private collaboration, and innovative financing. Read this opinion piece by World Economic Forum's Roberto Bocca. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eYZYJJBX 8) Over 600 million people in Africa lack access to power. Can battery energy storage bridge the gap? Explore how innovative BESS projects and international partnerships are transforming Africa's energy future. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eYPuETPu

Environmental degradation, including climate change, plays a role in the worsening burden of kidney diseases worldwide. The ISN-led Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care initiative, or GREEN-K, seeks to change that by enhancing environmentally sustainable and resilient kidney care globally. We hear from the experts: https://dvx.cm/fm575l #Sponsored by International Society of Nephrology #DevexSeries on #AcceleratingAction #EarthDay #PlanetVsPlastics #KidneyHealthMatters

Join our upcoming career event to find out how to start building connections in global development even if you are new to the field. During this conversation, you will learn: - The two types of networking you should know, and when to use each. - Five strategies to help you get started with making new connections. - The key ingredients of effective networking on LinkedIn. - Who you should be trying to connect with and why. - Answers to your specific questions, and much more. #careers #networking #globaldevelopment

From The World Bank’s climate policy to the Trump administration’s approach to the institution, we preview the key discussion points for the Spring Meetings. #WorldBank #IMF #Trump #SpringMeetings

Will there be cuts in 2026? What's happening to in-donor refugee costs? After U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s shock February announcement of a new cut to U.K. aid from 0.5% of gross national income to 0.3%, many development professionals have been asking for clarity on a host of questions. Some of the answers are yet to be determined, but Devex is addressing some of the top concerns of those involved in foreign aid provision. #UK #foreignaid #Starmer