The Bankwatch Podcast

The Bankwatch Podcast
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The Bankwatch Podcast

Welcome to the Bankwatch Podcast by Bankwatch. We are a coalition of 15 environmental organisations from 13 countries in central and eastern Europe that expose the risks of the international finances. We will cover news, updates and in-depth analysis of how public finance impacts the environment, human rights and zero-carbon economy. We bring critical updates from the ground as well. Don’t forget to subscribe wherever you listen.

  1. 17H AGO

    Desarbonisation roadmap: What’s holding back community energy in Estonia’s just transition region?

    Ida-Virumaa, Estonia’s just transition region, is in a unique position to embrace community energy and become a pioneer in the field. But is the region realising its potential? Listen to our latest podcast episode of ‘decarbonisation roadmap’ series as we discuss the challenges of community energy development and how they can be overcome with Kertu Laherand, our just transition campaigner from the Estonian Green Movement.

    9 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Decarbonisation roadmap: RePowering the just transition regions

    How can municipalities in just transition regions ramp up their decarbonisation efforts? With the help of Dan Dobre – our just transition campaigner and the author of a report comparing municipal decarbonisation strategies in nine central and eastern European just transition regions we discuss the challenges and opportunities for these communities. Listen to our first podcast episode in the ‘Decarbonisation roadmap’ series.

    10 min

  3. FEB 24

    Three years on: mapping Ukraine's recovery through the Single Project Pipeline

    Three years after Russia's invasion, we examine Ukraine's reconstruction roadmap through its Single Project Pipeline, exploring how $486 billion in recovery funds will shape the nation's future.

    40 min

  4. 12/23/2024

    Expanding the Emerald Network and the rocky road to nature conservation in the Western Balkans

    In December 2024, the Bern Convention set a new target for expanding the Emerald Network. The purpose of the network is to preserve endangered species and habitats throughout Europe by designating and managing protected areas called Emerald sites.   However, widening the network in some areas has proved challenging. For example, important river stretches, especially in the Western Balkans, are still not protected.   In this episode, Andrey Ralev and Friedrich Wulf discuss the challenges and opportunities for nature protection in different parts of Europe.

    36 min

  5. 11/25/2024

    What does the future hold for the just transition?

    Our latest podcast episode explores the future of the just transition in the EU. Is the just transition a priority for the new European Commission? What’s next for the Just Transition Fund? These and more questions will be answered by our guests Miłosława Stępień, just transition coordinator at CEE Bankwatch Network, and Mags Bird, senior policy officer for the just transition at the WWF European Policy Office.

    34 min

  6. 10/24/2024

    Addressing gender-based violence on public transport: Lessons from the Western Balkans and South Caucasus

    Gender-based violence and harassment on public transport is a serious but under-researched issue. In cities such as Tbilisi, Sarajevo and Belgrade, overcrowding and inefficient transport systems increase the vulnerability of women and gender minorities.  In this podcast episode, we bring together experts and civil society members from our recent webinar to discuss the challenges and propose solutions for tackling gender-based violence on public transport.

    52 min

  7. 05/07/2024

    Is the EBRD ready to take full responsibility for its investments and adopt policies that prevent human rights abuses?

    Over the past decades, Bankwatch with its civil society partners have been monitoring the development projects financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). Our experience has shown that the Bank’s existing approach to human rights due diligence does not effectively prevent human rights violations.   As the Bank is revising its good governance policies, it has a unique opportunity to change this and lead the way in improving human rights due diligence among development banks. In this episode, Nina Lesikhina (CEE Bankwatch Network), Mark Fodor (Defenders in Development) and Megan Pearson (Accountability Counsel) share their insights about what is wrong with the EBRD policies and what needs to change.

    50 min

  8. 04/19/2024

    Role of youth in just transition

    This episode explores the crucial role young people play in the just transition. Listen to our guests, Luisa Marchionni, project manager at Startup Europe Regions Network, and Joanna Jakubowska, just transition policy officer at CEE Bankwatch Network, share their valuable insights on the EuTeens4Green initiative. They discuss how young people can get involved in decision-making processes, especially when it comes to the just transition and cohesion policy.

    26 min
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Welcome to the Bankwatch Podcast by Bankwatch. We are a coalition of 15 environmental organisations from 13 countries in central and eastern Europe that expose the risks of the international finances. We will cover news, updates and in-depth analysis of how public finance impacts the environment, human rights and zero-carbon economy. We bring critical updates from the ground as well. Don’t forget to subscribe wherever you listen.

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  • Creator
    The Bankwatch Podcast
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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