• Dr Aamar Moorjani
• Dr Abhilasha Mathur

Green finance has emerged as a transformative mechanism to channel investments into projects that align economic growth with environmental sustainability. This study explores the role of green finance as a catalyst for advancing sustainable infrastructure, energy, and conservation initiatives. Drawing on empirical data, case studies, and literature reviews, it evaluates the effectiveness of green finance mechanisms such as green bonds, loans, and funds in addressing global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion. The research highlights significant successes, including increased renewable energy adoption, reductions in carbon emissions, and improvements in biodiversity conservation. Despite these achievements, challenges persist, including the absence of standardized frameworks, greenwashing risks, and regulatory gaps, which hinder the scalability and global impact of green finance. The study identifies actionable opportunities for improvement, such as the establishment of universal taxonomies, promotion of public-private partnerships, and integration of advanced technologies like blockchain to enhance transparency and efficiency. By addressing these barriers and leveraging opportunities, green finance can further accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy and contribute meaningfully to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and businesses seeking to optimize green finance mechanisms for greater environmental and economic impact.

Keywords: Green Finance, Sustainable Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Conservation, ESG Criteria, Public-Private Partnerships, Low-Carbon Economy, Environmental Sustainability.

"Green Finance: A Catalyst for Sustainable Infrastructure, Energy, and Conservation", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no.a13-a21, February-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502003.pdf

"Green Finance: A Catalyst for Sustainable Infrastructure, Energy, and Conservation", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no. ppa13-a21, February-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502003.pdf