#FDF2025

The energy transition is not only about renewables—it is about transforming the way we finance growth, foster innovation, and build global collaboration. According to Deloitte’s 2024 report “Financing the green energy transition: Innovative financing for a just transition”, the shift could unlock savings of up to USD 50 trillion. The question remains: how do we mobilize capital on the scale required?

At #FDF2025, a Power Talk explored the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition and the mechanisms to finance them. Dr. Mekala Krishnan of McKinsey Global Institute, Jörg Eigendorf of Deutsche Bank, and Rama S. Variankaval of J.P. Morgan shared perspectives on how Europe and the global financial system can bridge the gap between ambition and action. The session, moderated by Sarah Schmidtke of Bankenverband Mitte, highlighted the role of banks, policymakers, and digital finance in removing barriers and creating new pathways for investment.

The discussion made clear that financing the transition requires not only innovative financial instruments but also strong partnerships across sectors and borders. Without this, progress risks falling short of its potential.

0:00 INTRO
2:28 The Panellists
3:12 Implications of US Elections: Sustainability
8:07 Investors’ & Corporates’ Input
11:47 US Elections: Risk vs Opportunity for the EU
15:03 Inflation Reduction Act
19:17 International Scene
23:30 Regulation & Reporting
28:58 International look at the EU
30:19 Real Economy, Technology, AI
37:29 Conclusions

SAVE THE DATE: Frankfurt Digital Finance #7 & EUROPEAN FINTECH DAY 2026 will take place 11-12 February 2026.