Published: Sep 09, 2026, 14:20 IST | Updated: Sep 09, 2026, 14:20 IST
BRICS is pushing local-currency lending for a reason — currency risk has become one of the biggest barriers to climate finance in developing economies. Dilma Rousseff's New Development Bank now lends around 25-30% in local currencies, with 40% of its financing directed toward climate mitigation and adaptation by 2026, outpacing even the World Bank's adaptation share.