Olivier Mussat, Chief Investment Officer for IFC’s Global Energy Group, shares IFC investment priorities

Olivier Mussat, Chief Investment Officer at the International Finance Corporation, oversees a $11bn portfolio of energy assets. He discusses the IFC’s strategic shift towards renewable energy investments fueled by technological advances and climate urgency. Mussat highlights the evolving strategies for hydrocarbons in developing nations, emphasizing sustainability and local community benefits. He also explores the importance of early engagement with project developers and the challenges of balancing climate goals with developmental needs, particularly in Africa.