Full Name
Ina Hoxha
Job Title
Chief Investment Officer & Deputy CEO
Company
Climate Bonds Initiative
Speaker Bio
Investment leader with 18+ years of experience in climate finance and infrastructure development, currently leading CBI at the forefront of the global transition to a low-carbon economy, by creating frameworks that mobilize institutional capital at scale toward sustainable infrastructure and climate solutions.

Specialized in identifying, structuring, and scaling high-impact investments across diverse stages—from early-stage climate technology ventures to mature infrastructure projects. Proven expertise in raising and deploying pension fund and public capital to build portfolios that deliver compelling financial returns while advancing climate solutions and economic development in emerging markets.

Distinguished by comprehensive understanding of the investment landscape, including regulatory frameworks, contractual structures, and financial mechanisms across multiple geographies in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Track record of successfully utilizing diverse instruments (equity, debt, guarantees, blended finance, and bonds) throughout complete project and company lifecycles..

I am also a member of the independent Technical Advisory Panel (iTAP) (equivalent of an Investment Committee) of the Green Climate Fund, the world's largest climate dedicated fund. As of Q3 2025, GCF has a portfolio of 297 projects accross 133 countries, with a total commitment of USD 16.6 billion to date, with an anticipated total of USD 61.5 billion when including co-financing. We assess, evaluate and recommend to the Board funding proposals from developing country governments, companies and funds.

As a board member of several emerging market companies and funds, Daystar Power in West Africa, Bright Inc in Mexico, Africa Greenco in Zambia/ Southern Africa, Blue Planet Waste management in India, Frontier Carbon and Energy fund in East Africa, I support their growth and impact strategies, as well as their governance and sustainability practices.

I am passionate about tackling systemic bottlenecks and unlocking the potential of markets and innovation to address the global climate and water challenges.

I enjoy convening and collaborating with other experts and practitioners in the field and have the communication and networking skills to convene and drive multi-stakeholder action.Investment leader with 18+ years of experience in climate finance and infrastructure development, currently leading CBI at the forefront of the global transition to a low-carbon economy, by creating frameworks that mobilize institutional capital at scale toward sustainable infrastructure and climate solutions. Specialized in identifying, structuring, and scaling high-impact investments across diverse stages—from early-stage climate technology ventures to mature infrastructure projects. Proven expertise in raising and deploying pension fund and public capital to build portfolios that deliver compelling financial returns while advancing climate solutions and economic development in emerging markets. Distinguished by comprehensive understanding of the investment landscape, including regulatory frameworks, contractual structures, and financial mechanisms across multiple geographies in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Track record of successfully utilizing diverse instruments (equity, debt, guarantees, blended finance, and bonds) throughout complete project and company lifecycles.. I am also a member of the independent Technical Advisory Panel (iTAP) (equivalent of an Investment Committee) of the Green Climate Fund, the world's largest climate dedicated fund. As of Q3 2025, GCF has a portfolio of 297 projects accross 133 countries, with a total commitment of USD 16.6 billion to date, with an anticipated total of USD 61.5 billion when including co-financing. We assess, evaluate and recommend to the Board funding proposals from developing country governments, companies and funds. As a board member of several emerging market companies and funds, Daystar Power in West Africa, Bright Inc in Mexico, Africa Greenco in Zambia/ Southern Africa, Blue Planet Waste management in India, Frontier Carbon and Energy fund in East Africa, I support their growth and impact strategies, as well as their governance and sustainability practices. I am passionate about tackling systemic bottlenecks and unlocking the potential of markets and innovation to address the global climate and water challenges. I enjoy convening and collaborating with other experts and practitioners in the field and have the communication and networking skills to convene and drive multi-stakeholder action.
Ina Hoxha