The EBRD’s GEFF conducted three training sessions focused on gender inclusivity on 12, 13 and 17 October 2022.
The first session entitled “Workshop on energy efficiency for female entrepreneurs” was held in Tbilisi, on 13October 2022. The attendees – owners, founders and managers of various businesses – 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 operating in hospitality, textile, wineries, were able to obtain knowledge on 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 helped 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 12 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 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 Georgia.
The attendance and the interest from the public in the two training session held for female entrepreneurs once again showcased the necessity of empowering small and medium sized business owners. Entrepreneurs are eager to obtain knowledge about making their businesses greener.
Due to high demand, additional session of the training entitled “Workshop for SME entrepreneurs” is planned for 21 November, 2022. By popular demand, the future sessions will be open to all entrepreneurs, regardless of their gender. If you would like to attend, please use our simple 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.
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