Unlocking billions for climate investments in emerging markets
Meet all Lab ideasHow the Lab works
The Lab is an investor-led, public-private initiative that accelerates innovative well designed, early-stage climate finance solutions and instruments.
Learn moreOCT - DEC
Call for Ideas
The Lab publicizes an open call for innovative sustainable investment solutions.
JAN - FEB
Selection
Lab Members select the most promising ideas to take forward in each annual cycle.
MAR - AUG
Development
Selected ideas benefit from 7 months of analysis, stress-testing, and guidance from experts and investors.
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Endorsement & Launch
Lab Members vote to endorse and launch the ideas for piloting.
OCT - ONWARD
Implementation
The ideas move into action and fundraising to launch pilots, with continued support from the Lab network.
Network
See all Lab MembersLab Members are leaders from public and private organizations who contribute expertise, political support, and financial capital to Lab solutions.
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Impact
See full reportThe Lab develops innovative, catalytic ideas for financial solutions that can accelerate climate-related investments in emerging economies.
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Financing for Climate Friendly Investment
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The investment by Release will unleash innovative solar PV and battery solutions in Africa....

The playbook helps companies unlock multiple forms of capital to accelerate climate action....

The UK government has announced GBP 750,000 for the Lab in Latin America and the Caribbean....

The interview comes following the team's first close of USD 8.6 million....