Key Impact Points:
- Maria Eugenia Filmanovic, formerly VP at Goldman Sachs, co-founded Abatable to support credible climate solutions for hard-to-abate emissions.
- Abatable has facilitated transactions of 45 million tonnes of CO2e and the conservation or restoration of 1.8 million hectares of land.
- The platform aims to bridge a $4 trillion gap in climate finance, steering funds toward impactful, nature-based solutions.
A Visionary in Carbon Intelligence
Maria Eugenia Filmanovic, with deep experience in impact investing, co-founded Abatable to address a critical challenge: enabling organizations to achieve their climate goals. As a former Vice President at Goldman Sachs, she advised on nature-based carbon removal and impact investments, structuring carbon offset procurement contracts for global corporations.
“We’re here to help organisations bridge the gap between climate ambition and climate action,” says Filmanovic, highlighting Abatable’s mission.
Abatable’s Mission and Impact
Abatable serves as a carbon intelligence and procurement platform that connects project developers, intermediaries, corporates, and investors. The platform has successfully facilitated the transaction of 45 million tonnes of CO2e, conserved or restored 1.8 million hectares of land, and created 2,400 jobs.
Tackling Climate Finance Gaps
Abatable recognizes the voluntary carbon market’s role in addressing the $4 trillion shortfall needed to combat climate change. By channeling funds to where they’re most needed, Abatable empowers organizations to achieve substantial, lasting impacts on climate, nature, and communities.
“The voluntary carbon market is a pragmatic mechanism to deliver planet-wide impact,” Filmanovic notes, underlining Abatable’s role in scaling effective climate solutions.
This week’s SDG News spotlight highlights Maria Eugenia Filmanovic and Abatable’s pioneering work in enabling organizations worldwide to take impactful steps in their sustainability journey.
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