GLOBAL SOUTH FOCUS

CENTER FOR
SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
AND PUBLIC POLICY

CeFiS is a think tank focused on sustainable finance and public policy, dedicated to developing alternatives to reduce the financing gap for the sustainable transition of developing economies.

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Our core objectives

CeFiS is committed to advancing sustainable finance through six key areas of focus, each designed to address the unique challenges of developing economies. We have a team of researchers with solid expertise and strong academic credentials.

Data Aggregation  and intelligence

Data Aggregation
and intelligence

Collect, systematize, and make available relevant data and information on sustainable finance and public policy in Brazil and around the world.

Applied  Research

Applied
Research

Develop studies, metrics, and analyses that link financial instruments to sustainable development goals, energy transition, and climate justice.

Strategic  Partnership

Strategic
Partnership

Foster partnerships among universities, regulatory agencies, public, multilateral, and private banks to strengthen the sustainable finance ecosystem.

Education and  capacity building

Education and
capacity building

Offer courses, workshops and training programs for academics, government officials, financial professionals and community members.

Policy and  regulation

Policy and
regulation

Support the formulation and implementation of public policies and regulatory frameworks that promote financing for the sustainable transition.

Financial  innovation

Financial
innovation

Develop proposals and innovative financial instruments that address the challenges of ecological transformation and social inclusion.

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Partners

IE – Instituto de Economia UFRJ
IESP – UERJ
OSF – Observatorio do Sistema Financeiro
FINDE UFF
GESEL UFRJ
Open Society Foundations
iCS – Instituto Clima e Sociedade