Dr. Mostaq Ahmmed, CEO and Managing Director of Green Housing and Energy Ltd., Bangladesh, was a featured speaker and panellist at the prestigious 20th Annual Global Microfinance Forum, held in Berlin on 13–14 March 2025. Hosted by Uniglobal, the forum brought together global microfinance leaders, policy makers, impact investors, and development finance experts to discuss innovative strategies for financial inclusion and sustainable development.
Sustainable Microfinance for a Greener Economy
Dr. Ahmmed joined distinguished panellists in exploring how inclusive financial services can support green economic transitions. Key discussion points included:
- Integrating microfinance into the circular economy
- Financing for environmentally conscious small businesses
- Developing scalable models for environmental stewardship through microfinance
Scaling Up Sustainable Microfinance Initiatives
Together with representatives from the World Food Programme and BBVA Microfinance Foundation, Dr. Ahmmed shared insights into:
- Implementing sustainable, scalable microfinance programs
- Leveraging digital tools and partnerships for operational efficiency
Aligning microfinance services with global ESG goals.
Advancing Green Housing & Clean Energy
As CEO of Green Housing and Energy Ltd., Dr. Ahmmed emphasized the growing importance of microfinance in green infrastructure development, especially in vulnerable and underserved communities. His contributions underscored:
- The role of clean energy financing in climate mitigation
- How housing finance can be restructured to address both affordability and sustainability
- The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria into core business models.
