Sustainable Infrastructure Development for Climate Resilience and Economic Recovery
The DBSA proudly announces a call for papers for its 3rd Annual Research Colloquium. The dialogue will enable the Bank to coordinate latest thinking in development finance and infrastructure development as well as the envisaged development impact. The global emphasis on achieving net-zero emissions and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events necessitate resilient infrastructure that can withstand such challenges. Globally, there is an ongoing discussion on the integration of green infrastructure and climate adaptation measures into development strategies. The focus is on how infrastructure projects can reduce carbon footprints while driving the required economic recovery. Stakeholders will engage on development practice matters and table evidence-based recommendations.
Sub-themes:
Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Infrastructure Designing Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
Infrastructure and Disaster Risk Reduction
Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Sustainable Infrastructure • Community Engagement in Infrastructure Development
Resilience in Rural Infrastructure Development
Circular Economy Principles in Infrastructure Development
Inclusivity and Sustainable Infrastructure Development
Submissions are requested from development finance professionals at various levels, policy makers across the public sector, academia, and policy and research institutes.
Submission Guidelines:
All abstracts must be submitted in English on or before Thursday, 31 October 2024 with a topic, key words and may not exceed one (1) page. The contact person for enquiries and submissions is Ms Ntsakisi Madzibane NtsakisiM@dbsa.org. Please note that not all abstracts received will be selected for presentation at the colloquium. Some of the best papers presented at the Colloquium will be included in a booklet designed to be a peer-reviewed journal. The Colloquium shall be held in Midrand on Tuesday, 18 March 2025.