I am Nishant Malhotra, Solo Founder of The Middle Road, an upskilling and thought leadership platform.

I’m excited to introduce my book: Global Development Impact!

Are you curious about social financing innovations in the development sector? Do you want a quick yet powerful overview of sustainable investing, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable finance? This book highlights selected pivotal milestones and impactful policies that are reshaping the international development landscape for the better.

Interested in results-based financing? Want to understand complex investment products within the global development sector? Need an introduction to how structured finance plays a crucial role in global development? Curious about the importance of blended finance in driving concessional finance through public-private partnerships? Are you familiar with the economics behind #carbonpricing and its global implementation?

Packed with insights, real-world examples, and simplified concepts, this book helps you navigate the world of #socialfinance. It dives deep into transformative tools and changemakers — from impact investing to sustainable bonds — all woven into a fictional, feel-good story set in America. The narrative blend’s themes of love, friendship, art, and culture with the realities of innovation and sustainable finance. Filled with real-life case studies, milestone policies, and interactive quizzes, this book makes learning engaging and actionable.

It is available on Notion Press, Amazon, and Flipkart.

Reach out to me via WhatsApp at +91-9923266222 or email at nishant@themiddleroad.org.

Join Nishant Malhotra on a journey through the economic landscapes and historical narratives of two global giants: the United States and China. This unique episode of The Middle Road serves as both a wrap-up to 2024 and an introduction to 2025, combining discussions on economics and the captivating history of significant figures like Alexander Hamilton and Benjamin Franklin from America, along with Venerable Hongzong and Emperor Taizong from the Tang Dynasty of China.

Explore the contrasting economic needs of these two nations, with the US focusing on supply-side economics and the importance of infrastructure, while China seeks to boost demand through significant economic stimulus. Gain insights into Hamilton's and Franklin's monumental contributions to American history and learn about the cultural and historical preservation efforts led by Huang Zong in China.

This episode not only highlights the intertwining of history and economics but also delves into the roles of development actors like the IFC Startup Catalyst in promoting global entrepreneurship and development. Tune in to deepen your understanding of the past, present, and future trajectories of these leading world economies.

Welcome to the first episode in our series on climate finance. I'm Nishant Malhotra, the sole founder of The Middle Road, a platform focusing on global development and financial services. In this episode, I explore how climate finance is reshaping our global ecosystem.

• Lets begin by defining climate finance and discussing its importance in climate action, including investments in clean technologies and climate resilience projects. I also look into innovative financial tools such as sustainable development bonds and carbon pricing mechanisms.
• Key actors in the climate finance sector, such as governments, public institutions, and asset managers, are highlighted, along with the role of multilateral development banks like the World Bank and its divisions.
• Discussion about a milestone in the ESG sector, the MSCI KLD 400 Social Index, and its impact on sustainable finance. Additionally, I introduce my business consulting initiative, focusing on ESG and sustainable investment strategies.
• Finally, discuss the rapid growth of renewable energy capacities worldwide, driven by significant investments and subsidies. Stay tuned for more insights in upcoming episodes!