Vientiane, Lao PDR – AQQOUNT Investment & Consulting Sole Co., Ltd today held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Agricultural Promotion Bank (APB) to present an innovative “Green Disaster Resilience & Carbon Opportunity” model designed to strengthen Laos’ financial system while advancing national climate goals.
The proposed framework connects three key players: Laotian banks, business operators (such as farmers, forest managers, and agribusinesses), and international technology partners specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) and climate‑risk monitoring. Through this tripartite model, APB would provide green loans to agriculture and forestry projects that are protected by ultra‑early wildfire detection and real‑time flood and soil monitoring systems. These technologies help safeguard productive assets, reduce losses, and generate high‑quality, verifiable carbon credits.
For APB, the model offers a pathway to build a robust green loan portfolio aligned with global ESG standards, attract lower‑cost international capital, and reduce non‑performing loans by lowering climate‑related default risk. Sensor‑based “Digital MRV” (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) provides transparent data on emissions reductions and asset conditions, increasing confidence for both the bank and potential investors.
For the Lao government, this concept supports national strategies on climate change, forest conservation, and sustainable rural development. By preserving forests as a carbon sink and protecting agricultural yields, Laos can position itself as a regional leader in nature‑based solutions while opening doors to carbon markets and climate finance facilities. The approach is also expected to improve livelihoods for farmers and local communities through more stable incomes, better protection from disasters, and access to affordable finance.
The meeting marks an important step in connecting domestic financial institutions, advanced climate‑tech solutions, and international investors who are seeking credible green opportunities in emerging markets. AQQOUNT expressed its commitment to work with APB and relevant public‑sector stakeholders to refine the model, develop pilot projects, and structure investment opportunities that can be scaled nationwide.
Parties interested in green finance, carbon markets, or climate‑resilient agriculture and forestry projects in Laos are invited to reach out to AQQOUNT Investment & Consulting for further information and partnership discussions.