Full Description
This book discusses the transformative role of green financing in steering the transition towards low-carbon economies. Specifically focusing on small enterprises in emerging and developing countries, the book unveils the peculiar green financing challenges synonymous with underdeveloped financial systems. Furthermore, it uncovers the essential contributions these entities can make towards sustainable development and innovative financing strategies amidst conventional barriers in accessing traditional financing schemes.
Through a comprehensive examination of innovative financial instruments and mechanisms, such as green bonds and loans, this publication illustrates the pathways through which green financing can provide vital capital and encourage sustainable practices. While highlighting the critical role of green finance in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, this book explores the complex and uneven landscape of green financing, addressing methodological challenges such as defining green projects, lack of data, and measuring environmental impact. It calls for international cooperation in mobilizing funds, sharing knowledge, and building capacities to overcome these challenges and develop a sustainable green financing framework. Drawing knowledge from successful case studies, technological advancements in finance, and supportive policies and regulations, the book contributes to innovative financial models. It builds a robust knowledge base to inform decision-making and guide the global community towards a sustainable and resilient future. This book is an indispensable resource for policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and academics.
Contents
Part 1: Introduction.- Chapter 1. Green Financing in Emerging Economies: Unlocking Sustainable Pathways for Small Enterprise Growth.- Part 2: Foundations and Frameworks.- Chapter 2. Harnessing Green Finance to Foster Sustainable Agribusiness for Small-scale Farmers in South Africa.- Chapter 3. Effectiveness Of South Africa's Green Policies in Financing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.- Chapter 4. Green Finance as a Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth in Emerging Market Economies: An Analytical Investigation of Key Drivers.- Chapter 5. Green Finance as a Catalyst for Small Business Sustainability: Pathways, Challenges, and Policy Implications.- Part 3: Financial Instruments and Mechanisms.- Chapter 6. Carbon Markets (Participation and Benefits).- Chapter 7. The Impact of Green Bonds on Small Enterprise Growth in Emerging Markets: An Empirical Analysis.- Chapter 8. Green Finance and Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies of Sub-Saharan Africa.- Part 4: Sectoral and Regional Applications.- Chapter 9. Profitability, Energy Choice, and Consumption Pattern among SMEs: A Case of Transitioning to Renewable Energy in the Rural Communities of South Africa.- Chapter 10. Status, Prospects and Challenges of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Projects in rural Eastern Cape Province, South Africa.- Chapter 11. Green Financing and Energy Resilience in Zimbabwe: Empowering Small Enterprises for Climate-Smart Development.- Part 5: Challenges and Future Pathways.- Chapter 12. Sustainability practices in South African SMEs: The role of awareness, climate change readiness, green finance readiness, and barriers.- Chapter 13. The Future of Green Financing for Small Businesses in Developing Countries.- Part 6: Conclusion.- Chapter 14. Powering Small Enterprises into Sustainable Growth through Green Financing in Emerging Economies.
