Korea Green Innovation Days (KGID) is a flagship knowledge-sharing event on Green Growth organized and funded by the World Bank Korea Green Growth Trust Fund (KGGTF). Now in its 13th edition, KGID has a rich history of facilitating the exchange of practical examples and innovative approaches to achieving sustainable development.
Over twenty World Bank project teams, with representatives from client countries benefiting from KGGTF grants, will participate in this diverse gathering that highlights project impacts, real-life examples, and creative solutions from development practitioners, offering insights into innovative policies and technologies while fostering networking through pre-arranged bilateral meetings.
Below is a spotlight of one of the grant teams attending KGID Jeju 2024.
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Grant name: Supporting green and resilient housing and urban development as part of the COVID-19 recovery in Colombia
Sector: Urban, Resilience & Land
Grant Year: Year 10 (2022)
TTL: André Herzog, Senior Urban Development Specialist
Grant objective: The grant aims to improve the quality of housing for vulnerable households, including Venezuelan migrants, through home improvement initiatives in selected municipalities in Colombia. It supports Colombia’s Ministry of Housing in implementing large-scale home improvement programs as part of the Resilient and Inclusive Housing IPF Project.
Who are the intended beneficiaries?: The primary beneficiaries are low-income households, with a focus on women-led families, victims of internal conflict, and displaced populations, who will experience enhanced living conditions through these interventions. The project’s target is to improve 12,706 households in both urban and rural areas, providing long-term benefits for these communities.
What K-Partners does your grant work with?
- The project team is currently collaborating with MOLIT and LH on designing a 2-day program in Seoul for the Ministry of Housing. This program aims to facilitate a strategic and meaningful exchange of knowledge and best practices between Colombia and Korea, specifically focusing on housing improvements, housing policies, and rental subsidies.
Have you attended KGID before?
- 1-time
What do you hope to take away by attending KGID 2024?
- Gain insights and knowledge into green growth agenda, and identify partnerships and networking with green growth experts for collaboration
Are there any interesting stories, insights etc. that you would like to share about your grant thus far?
In June 2024, the project team visited the municipality of Itagui and observed the positive impact of the initial home improvements, which
have significantly benefited vulnerable families. These families, many of whom are women-led households affected by internal conflict and displacement, have seen tangible improvements in their living conditions. The visit also highlighted the strengthened capacity of local authorities to implement the project's social and environmental safeguards effectively. As of now, 778 households across four municipalities—Itagüí, Cartagena, Villavicencio, and Sincelejo—have benefited from the home improvement initiatives under the IPF housing operation.
In September 2024, the project team shared insights with the Ministry of Housing, drawing from successful housing programs in Brazil, Mexico, and Chile. The presentation, featuring 9 case studies and 7 key instruments, aimed to help Colombia’s housing program accelerate implementation, enhance scalability, and ensure sustainability.