Accelerating mainstream transition to sustainable, resilient, and regenerative infrastructure.

The Global Infrastructure Basel Foundation (GIB) is a Swiss non-profit based in Basel, reshaping the future of infrastructure on a global scale. We champion innovative, nature-based, and sustainability-driven solutions that go beyond addressing climate change—laying the foundation for a resilient, greener world for generations to come.
Infrastructure &
Nature

Shaping climate resilience pathways and bridging the adaptation finance gap through the Pathways2Resilience project.

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100
Regions in EU will collaborate on co-designing visions of a climate-resilient future, alongside transformative, locally led pathways and innovation agendas, ensuring long-term impact through political commitment.
Infrastructure &
The Next Generation

Leading global programme management for the Safe and Sound Cities Programme to catalyse youth-driven action for safer cities.

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10,350
Young people have been involved in activities spanning data collection, research, innovation, communications, and advocacy as of December 2024.
Infrastructure &
Quality and Finance

Spearheading the secretariat of the FAST-Infra Label, providing market confidence and fostering investment in sustainable infrastructure.

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162
Projects registered globally.
Infrastructure &
Nature

Facilitating knowledge sharing and stakeholder engagement for the SOTERIA Climate Resilience Dialogues to inform adaptation policies and sustainable finance solutions.

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8
EU regions targeted by the project to document, test, and validate innovative insurance solutions and best practices addressing different risks and needs.
Infrastructure &
Nature

Developing financial assessment tools and regional implementation pathways to advance Nature-based Solutions (NbS) across the Mediterranean through the Med-IREN project.

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40 innovative NbS interventions and 30 critical infrastructure assets from across 5 regions in the Mediterranean assessed to demonstrate innovative and holistic approaches for adapting NbS to climate proof critical infrastructures.
Infrastructure &
Nature

Driving partnerships and funding for climate-neutral cities for Re-Value.

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9
Waterfront cities to adopt co-creation and participatory decision-making practices in their urban planning and development approach and to embed urban quality and climate neutrality strategies into their long-term territorial transformation plans.
Infrastructure &
Nature

Leveraging investments into NbS to enhance climate-change resilience in diverse bio-geographical European regions through the NATALIE Project.

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Regions in Europe have adopted NbS and are supported by the societal-economic approach through the NATALIE project.
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Driving meaningful change together

We provide tailored, holistic solutions to help stakeholders navigate the complexities of sustainable infrastructure. By combining expertise, resources, and innovative solutions, we co-create impactful strategies that address global challenges, accelerate investment, and drive long-term environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Government agencies

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Empowering governments with targeted capacity building and expert consulting to transform infrastructure project design. By aligning with international best standards, we help mitigate risks, enhance resilience, and deliver societal and environmental benefits.

Financiers

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Aligning your infrastructure portfolio with sustainability and resilience best practice, thereby reducing future risks, pre-empting regulation, and improving positive impact. We also offer training seminars to up-skill your team in a range of sustainable infrastructure topics.

Project developers

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Consulting, training, and sustainability assessments to help you improve project design, increase stakeholder buy-in, and attract better finance.

Foundations and philanthropies

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Assisting you in designing and implementing programmes that create long-lasting impact and trigger system-wide change for a better world.

Research institutes and think tanks

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Advancing knowledge and innovation in sustainable infrastructure by providing access to real-world data, collaborative research opportunities, and expertise to bridge the gap between theory and practice. By aligning research with global challenges, we support you in developing impactful sustainable solutions.

International and regional networks

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Strengthening global collaboration through knowledge exchange, thought leadership, and sharing best practices. GIB also creates frameworks to support initiatives, align policies, and scale impact. We engage in partnerships for EU and international proposals, contributing expertise in Nature-based Solutions, youth participation, innovation, and infrastructure finance.

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News and updates

Key news from our global efforts

Stay informed with the latest news and updates from GIB. Get insights into our recent activities, events, and developments in the field of sustainable infrastructure.

How the FAST-Infra Label is shaping sustainable infrastructure: 5 important milestones

June 2025
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Announcing accepted projects in the FAST-Infra Access Programme

June 2025
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Catalysing climate action in Iceland through Nature-based solutions and finance

May 2025
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Financing sustainable infrastructure: International standards and Chinese practices

May 2025
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S²Cities expands to Basel, Switzerland

May 2025
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S²Cities featured in WEF’s new publication ‘From Principles to Practice: Approaches for High-Quality Baukultur'

May 2025
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Climate resilience through municipal climate change adaptation networks ‒ A Norwegian approach

March 2025
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GIB supports regional resilience through the Adaptation Investment Cycle in Pathways2Resilience

March 2025
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FAST-Infra Label application portal is live

March 2025
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Incorporating global sustainability best practices into infrastructure projects

February 2025
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GIB launches Infrastructure in a Changing World Global Event Series

January 2025
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Global sustainable infrastructure label officially launched at Davos, backed by leading financial institutions

January 2025
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Blog

How the FAST-Infra Label is shaping sustainable infrastructure: 5 important milestones

June 2025
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Project Update

Announcing accepted projects in the FAST-Infra Access Programme

June 2025
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Project Update

Catalysing climate action in Iceland through Nature-based solutions and finance

May 2025
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Event Insight

Financing sustainable infrastructure: International standards and Chinese practices

May 2025
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Project Update

S²Cities expands to Basel, Switzerland

May 2025
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Featured

S²Cities featured in WEF’s new publication ‘From Principles to Practice: Approaches for High-Quality Baukultur'

May 2025
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Blog

Climate resilience through municipal climate change adaptation networks ‒ A Norwegian approach

March 2025
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Blog

GIB supports regional resilience through the Adaptation Investment Cycle in Pathways2Resilience

March 2025
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Project Update

FAST-Infra Label application portal is live

March 2025
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Blog

Incorporating global sustainability best practices into infrastructure projects

February 2025
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Organisational Update

GIB launches Infrastructure in a Changing World Global Event Series

January 2025
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Media Spotlight

Global sustainable infrastructure label officially launched at Davos, backed by leading financial institutions

January 2025
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Impact

Global Presence

193
Projects assessed
54
Countries we are active in
USD 54 billion
Total CAPEX of assessed infrastructure projects