Energy Skip to Main Navigation Disclosures Insights & Reports News Who We Are Who We Are IFC is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. By encouraging growth, IFC advances economic development, creates jobs and improves the lives of people. More About Us About IFC Our Leadership Development Partners Accountability Learn more about accountability Annual Report Download the Report What We Do What We Do IFC advances economic development and improves the lives of people by encouraging the growth of the private sector in developing countries. We achieve this by investing in impactful projects, mobilizing other investors, and sharing expertise. 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