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The Start-up Filtering CO2 from the Sea

Keep it Simple eyeson..project Amsterdam, November 20, 2024 – A few years ago, eyesonsuriname, part of the eyeson..project, wrote about SeaO2. With a clear and straightforward approach, the Dutch start-up plans to remove tons of CO2 from the sea. Thanks to a recent investment of over 2 million euros, the company is set to scale…
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COP29 in Azerbaijan: A Turning Point for Global Climate Action

eyesonsuriname 1. A Platform for Ambitious Climate Goals The COP29 Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, is set to be a pivotal event in the global fight against climate change. With nearly 200 countries participating, the conference aims to secure a new collective quantified goal for climate finance, ensuring that every nation has the means…
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JPMorgan refinances El Salvador debt

JPMorgan refinances El Salvador debt

 $1bn US-backed loan eyesonsuriname / financial times  Amsterdam, 23 October 2024– El Salvador has refinanced $1bn of its debt with a US government-backed loan from JPMorgan Chase linked to promises of river conservation, as President Nayib Bukele seeks to put the country on a stronger economic footing.  The Central American nation said on Thursday that…
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Stake in the Port of Santos 

French Group invests in Brazil eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, 24 september 2024 — Nestled between one of the Americas largest cities, São Paulo, and the Atlantic Ocean, the Port of Santos is a sprawling port that continues to grow. It is the second busiest container port in Latin America after Panama’s Port of Colón and acts as the…
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New UK Based Company guarantees easier access to funds

Risk Mitigation the eyesproject Amsterdam, 21 September 2024– When it comes to climate change, less developed and poorer countries, mostly in the Global South face a double set back: Not only do they experience some of the worst impacts of global warming, they then struggle to access the big sums of money needed for climate solutions because of risk-shy investors. …
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Steven Coutinho: The Philosopher Banker Transforming Suriname

Steven Coutinho: The Philosopher Banker Transforming Suriname

eyesonsuriname A Visionary Leader with a Unique Perspective Amsterdam, August 27th, 2024 – Steven Coutinho, often referred to as the “Philosopher Banker” by the New York Times1, has made a significant impact on his homeland, Suriname. With a background in physics and an MBA from Wharton, Coutinho combines analytical rigor with a deep understanding of…
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Suriname Global Player

Suriname on the Global Map

Not only Oil & Gas eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 23 August 2023 — An effort by Suriname to secure payment for its own forest cover – with a potential assist from recently discovered offshore oil and gas – is well on its way. The country is currently sizzling and we’re not only talking about the outside temperature. Transition finance is…
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9-year Bond for funding reforestation in [ Brazilian ] Amazonia

New 225 us$ Bond issued by the World Bank

9-year Bond for funding reforestation in [ Brazilian ] Amazonia eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, August 17th, 2024– The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), a leading arm of the World Bank, has issued a 9-year bond worth USD 225 million. This bond supports carbon removal  by funding reforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest. Unlocking the World Bank’s Carbon Removal Bond Jorge Familiar, Vice…
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Petronas Suriname discovery

Petronas on the Rise in Suriname’s Oil Business

eyesonproject  Amsterdam, August 11th — Petronas, the world renowned and famous Malaysian oil- and gas company, confirmed it had delivered with the Sloanea-2 appraisal well on Block 52, which also hosts the 2024 Fusaea discovery and the 2023 Roystonea find in a water depth of 800 metres. A spokesperson for the Malaysian oil- and gas company …
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The Carbon Credits Market in the Philippines

eyesonthepilippines The carbon credits market in the Philippines holds promise as a tool for mitigating climate change and promoting sustainable development. While challenges remain, the country’s commitment to environmental protection and the growing global emphasis on carbon reduction provide a solid foundation for future growth. The incredibly beautiful and promising Philippines, an archipelago comprising over…
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