over 3 years ago // Finance

The International Finance Corporation has helped finance the construction of at least 10 coal-fired power plants in the Philippines since 2011. Now it needs to address the climate and human rights impacts of these projects.

over 5 years ago // Transparency and Accountability

Investment in bauxite mining was promised to help lead to social and economic development in the poverty-stricken West African nation of Guinea. According to this op-ed, communities in the path of the mine say it is deepening poverty and inequality.

over 6 years ago // World Bank

The IFC’s Green Equity Strategy could be a pivotal engine for transformation — if it truly rises to the challenge. Nezir Sinani and David Pred explain.

over 11 years ago // World Bank

Last week, the World Bank released a draft of its proposed new environmental and social safeguards. In a guest commentary, two experts argue the changes will result in less accountability and protection for communities displaced by bank programs.

over 11 years ago // Contributor: David Pred

ADB's safeguards policy on forced relocations is under the spotlight over a controversial railway project in Cambodia. In a guest opinion, the leader of an NGO representing the displaced families encourages the bank to admit its failure and reform its business model to truly defend the poor.