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Capa da noticia - Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions avoided and removed by the BNDES through Climate Fund’s support
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Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions avoided and removed by the BNDES through Climate Fund’s support

The National Fund on Climate Change (Climate Fund) is one of the main funding sources for achieving Brazil’s goals under the Paris Agreement. The carbon reductions or removals made possible through its projects are one of the most relevant effectiveness indicators of the fund. The tools used by the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) to measure these achievements are acknowledged for their methodological transparency, placing the Climate Fund in a prominent position.
December 19, 2025
Capa da noticia - Climate is the special theme of Revista do BNDES 61
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Climate is the special theme of Revista do BNDES 61

On the eve of the 30th edition of the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), in Belém, the BNDES launches the 61st issue of the semi-annual journal Revista do BNDES.
December 09, 2025
Capa da noticia - Decarbonization of the basic industry: an in-depth study
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Decarbonization of the basic industry: an in-depth study

Decarbonization of the basic industry presents a comprehensive overview of each sector of the base industry, climate scenarios for the Brazilian economy and the public policies needed to achieve them, potential contributions of the base industry to a low-carbon economy, and cross-cutting decarbonization strategies applicable to its various sectors.
October 21, 2025
Capa da noticia - <p>Some concepts about biodiversity</p>
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Some concepts about biodiversity

In this second post of the Biodiversity series, we’ll delve a bit deeper into concepts related to the topic, such as nature, biome, ecosystem services, among others.
October 20, 2025
Capa da noticia - What is biodiversity?
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What is biodiversity?

Biodiversity— or biological diversity — refers to the variety of life on the planet, in all its forms. It encompasses all species, with their genetic diversity, and includes everything from the simplest organisms to the most complex ecosystems.
October 20, 2025
Capa da noticia - COP30: learn more about the event that will discuss the future of our planet
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COP30: learn more about the event that will discuss the future of our planet

In November 2025, the city of Belém in the state of Pará will host the 30th edition of the Conference of the Parties (COP30), the largest event organized by the United Nations (UN) for discussions and negotiations on climate change around the world.
October 20, 2025
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Discussion paper presents BNDES data from the last thirty years

Discussion Paper No. 163, “Three Decades – BNDES After Stabilization: 1994–2023”, authored by BNDES economists Fabio Giambiagi, Gilberto Borça Jr., and Letícia Magalhães, presents a set of financial and operational data from the Bank covering the period from 1994 (in some cases) to 2023. In addition to helping readers better understand BNDES’s performance, the study aims to serve as another vehicle for institutional accountability.

November 25, 2024
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Conservation units in Brazil: types and contributions to development

Conservation units are areas with significant natural features, established by public authorities, whose purposes include the preservation, sustainable use, and restoration of natural environments.

June 19, 2024
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Critical minerals opportunities and challenges for the Brazilian industry

Rare earth minerals play a fundamental role in decarbonization and energy transition, and Brazil has the natural resources necessary to emerge as a player in this sector. We spoke with Constantine Karayannopoulos, an expert in the rare earth and critical minerals industry, to understand Brazil's potential and some steps that need to be taken to achieve this goal.

October 20, 2025
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Electric buses in Brazil: challenges, international experiences, and proposals

The transition to electric buses in Brazil is both an environmental necessity and a strategic opportunity. Although the challenges are significant, international experiences prove that innovative solutions and robust public policies can accelerate this transformation.

June 19, 2024
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Public-private partnerships and the challenge of expanding preschool education in Brazil

Article in Revista do BNDES 59 presents the main challenges faced by public entities in structuring education PPPs, as well as lessons learned and possible solutions for adopting these models, based on the experience of BNDES teams.

June 19, 2024
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