Breakout session 5: No net zero without SMEs: Boosting SMEs participation in the green transition
Jun 28, 2023 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PMDay 2 Parallel Session 5 Room CC7
Jun 28, 2023 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Day 2 Parallel Session 5 Room CC7
Description
As Governments prioritise environmental sustainability after COVID, it is becoming urgent to engage the large and diverse SME and entrepreneur population in the efforts towards net-zero. It is especially important because of their sizeable collective environmental footprint and their potential to innovate and provide solutions to environmental issues. However, they face challenges in offering green products or investing in resource efficiency. Policies often side-line them and financing remains a challenge. A stronger focus on SMEs in climate policies and enhancing their access to sustainable finance is necessary for a successful green transition.
