The $1B Green Economy

Youth Plus Africa

The $1B Green Economy Boardroom Why It Matters • The $1.2B Surge: Over $1.2 billion in green capital is currently being deployed into East Africa, creating a massive high-pay talent gap. • The June 30 Deadline: New NSE/ICPAK mandates require every listed firm in Kenya to submit Sustainability Reports by June 2026. Professionals who speak this language are now at a 30% salary premium. What to Expect • Skill Translation: Learn to rebrand your 10+ years of HR, Finance, or Ops experience into a high-demand "Green" title. • Funding & Grants: Master the art of proposal writing and compliance to unlock institutional green funding. • Global Mobility: A roadmap to landing remote ESG roles that pay in global currencies. Who’s in the Room • KCIC (Kenya Climate Innovation Center): Kenya's leading climate hub, providing the incubation and financing frameworks that power the region's green growth. • Industry Gatekeepers: Senior Donors and Fund Managers deploying the $1.2B. • Corporate Shapers: Leaders from Nairobi’s top-tier banks and telcos. • Transition Experts: HR & Remote Work Coaches specializing in global career pivots. Limited Seats. 1 Map. Position yourself where the growth is and redefine your career trajectory.