The EBRD’s GEFF conducted two training sessions focused on gender inclusivity on 7 and 10 October 2022.
The first session entitled “Workshop on energy efficiency for female entrepreneurs” was held in Yerevan, on 7 October 2022. The attendees were able to obtain information regarding GEFF, in addition to receiving expert advice on how to make their businesses more sustainable. After attending the workshop, female entrepreneurs know how to use energy more efficiently and thus reduce their energy costs. The workshop also presented the challenges posed by climate change as well as ways to mitigate climate change using high-performing technologies. Useful tips on behavioral changes help businesswomen become more conscious of their day-to-day operations. The session wrapped up with a showcase of real investments financed by GEFF and highlighted their success in developing more energy-efficient businesses.
The second session on 10 October was held for GEFF’s partner financial institutions (PFIs) and focused on presenting the results of the baseline assessments conducted by GEFF as well as on showcasing the main discussion points of the first GEFF gender event held in September 2021. GEFF experts outlined the main barriers to obtaining green financing for MSMEs and presented possible solutions and measures that can be implemented to accelerate the development of green financing in Armenia.
The first training session on 7 October was open to all female entrepreneurs. Due to high demand, additional sessions are planned in November.
If you would like to attend the upcoming trainings, please register below:
21 November – Stepanavan – registration form
23 November – Yerevan – registration form
Please note that the number of attendees is limited. Detailed information about the venue as well as the schedule will be made available upon registration.