Dutch Fund for Climate and Development
Gert van Veldhuisen is an experienced impact investment consultant currently working with the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development, supporting climate adaptation projects for vulnerable communities. As a Business Partner Africa at Unknown Group, Gert contributes to early-stage venture capital and business development across over 110 countries. Gert also serves as a Strategic Advisor for Farm to Feed, addressing food loss and nutrition accessibility in sub-Saharan Africa. Co-founder of BiD Capital Partners and De Investeerdersclub, Gert has a strong commitment to social entrepreneurship and investment. In addition to roles at Universiteit Utrecht and Cooperatie de Waakhonden, Gert has a long-standing involvement with droomzaken and Nazava Water Filters, focusing on enhancing social impact and access to essential services. Gert holds a Master's degree in International Economics and Economic Geography from Utrecht University.
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Dutch Fund for Climate and Development
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges of today. Already its impacts are being felt by people and nature across the globe, with developing countries being most affected. The Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD) enables investment in projects aimed at climate adaptation and mitigation in developing countries. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made available €160 million to increase the resilience of communities and ecosystems most vulnerable to climate change. The DFCD is managed by a pioneering consortium of Climate Fund Managers (CFM), World Wildlife Fund Netherlands (WWF-NL) and SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, led by the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, FMO. The DFCD forms an important additional instrument for the Dutch government’s efforts in contributing to the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).