Green Jobs
Projects
UG64
Thematic Areas
Countries
UG64 The Green Buildings Development in Uganda’s Secondary Cities through Policy, Entrepreneurial and Business Practice Support Project – Soroti City
Start Date | Q1 January 2023 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 0 |
Status | Active |
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SN10
Thematic Areas
Countries
SN10 Climate Smart Agriculture and Sustainable Value Chains in Senegal
Start Date | Q4 2022 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 0 |
Status | Active |
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UG56
Thematic Areas
Countries
UG56 Creation of a Climate Finance Unit (CFU) and the COP26 Taskforce at MoFPED
Start Date | Q2 April 21, 2022 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 1,950,000 |
Status | Active |
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ROCO2
Thematic Areas
Countries
ROCO2 Solar Grandmothers in Burkina Faso
Start Date | Q1 2022 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 439,000 |
Status | Active |
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RW31
Thematic Areas
Countries
RW31-Smart and Electric Public Transport Services for Low-Carbon City Development in Rwand
Start Date | Q3 2021 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 150,000 |
Status | Active |
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RW28
Thematic Areas
Countries
RW28- Rwanda Greenpreneurs Network
Start Date | Q1 2021 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 0 |
Status | Active |
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RW27
Thematic Areas
Countries
RW27-Supporting the Transition to E-mobility in Rwanda
Start Date | Q1 2021 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 47,574 |
Status | Active |
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RW21
Thematic Areas
Countries
RW21-E – Waste to Resources: Improving Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Hazardous Waste Management in Rwanda
Start Date | Q1 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 0 |
Status | Active |
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AE06
Thematic Areas
Countries
AE06 Strengthening Green Talent and Workforce
Start Date | Q1 1 JAN 2019 |
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Funding Source | |
Actual Budget (USD) | 65,691 |
Status | Complete |
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News
News • March 5, 2024
Greenpreneurs Week Celebrates Green Entrepreneurship in the Eastern Caribbean
Castries, Saint Lucia, 5 March 2024 – Greenpreneurs Week, an event organized by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) as part of the Eastern Caribbean Green Entrepreneurship Initiative, concluded on February 29th, marking a significant milestone in promoting sustainable business models and innovation in the region. The 3-day event showcased the achievements and potential of […]
News • January 29, 2024
GGGI Jordan conducts the Second Project Steering Committee Meeting (PSC) for the KOICA-funded Green Jobs Project
Amman, Jordan, January 29, 2024 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) Jordan Office, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment of Jordan, co-chaired the second Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting at the Ministry of Environment, Jordan. This critical meeting continued to guide and oversee the ‘Creating Sustainable Green Jobs for Refugees and Host Communities […]
News • December 17, 2023
Waste to Resources: Improving Municipal Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management in Rwanda
17 December 2023, Kigali, Rwanda – The Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Environment of the Government of Rwanda initiated a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Sustainable Development of the Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to strengthen cooperation and technology transfer between the two countries. […]
News • December 6, 2023
PNG Green Entrepreneurs receive over PGK 720,000 boost to combat climate change impacts
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, 6 December, 2023 – As the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Corporation continue to advocate and promote the development of MSMEs in the country, 23 green entrepreneurs graduated today in Port Moresby under the Pacific Greenpreneurs Incubator and Accelerator Program, implemented in […]
News • December 5, 2023
2023 Kiribati Greenpreneurs Graduates awarded AUD $166,000 by GGGI
Tarawa, Kiribati, December 1, 2023 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) hosted a graduation ceremony for i-Kiribati participants of the Pacific Greenpreneurs Incubator and Accelerator Programs today at its 2023 Graduation Ceremony held at Kaiga Maneaba. The Pacific Greenpreneurs Incubator and Accelerator Programs are initiatives of the Pacific Green Entrepreneurs Network (PGEN), a program implemented […]
News • November 30, 2023
The Eastern Caribbean Greenpreneurs Incubator Program Announces Recipients of US $10,000 Seed Grants for 10 Green Businesses
28th November 2023 – The Eastern Caribbean Green Entrepreneurship Initiative is delighted to reveal the awardees of its esteemed US $10,000 seed grants as part of its Greenpreneurs Incubator program This initiative, which is dedicated to fostering and championing environmentally and socially responsible business endeavors within the Eastern Caribbean region, awarded ten (10) deserving recipients, […]
News • November 29, 2023
Three Samoan women entrepreneurs graduate from green business incubator Program
Apia, Samoa, 29 November 2023- Samoa Business Hub (SBH), in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) celebrated the graduation of three Samoan female green entrepreneurs during the 2023 graduation of the Pacific Greenpreneurs program, at the Samoa Business Hub Conference Room today. The Pacific Greenpreneurs Incubator Program is an initiative of the Pacific Green […]
News • November 29, 2023
Three Samoan women entrepreneurs graduate from green business incubator
Apia, Samoa, 29 November 2023 – Samoa Business Hub (SBH), in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) celebrated the graduation of three Samoan female green entrepreneurs during the 2023 graduation of the Pacific Greenpreneurs program, at the Samoa Business Hub Conference Room today. The Pacific Greenpreneurs Incubator Program is an initiative of the […]
News • November 24, 2023
Tonga Greenpreneurs awarded TOP$130,000 by GGGI at graduation event
Nuku’alofa, Tonga, 24th November 2023 – Four participants of the Tonga cohort of the 2023 Pacific Greenpreneurs Program graduate, with two recipients also being awarded total funds of USD$55,000 (approximately TOP $30,000) at the official Graduation ceremony held at the Davina House today. The special guest for the event was Ms. Lorraine Kauhenga, Deputy CEO […]
News • November 24, 2023
Thirteen Green Entrepreneurs from Vanuatu graduated from the Pacific Greenpreneurs program 2023.
Port Vila, Vanuatu, 23rd November 2023 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), in partnership with the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), celebrated the graduation of its 2023 cohort of the Pacific Greenpreneurs incubator and accelerator program. The Guest of Honor at the official ceremony was Mr. Sylvio Moli, the Vice President of […]
News • November 23, 2023
Building Green in Rwanda – The journey so far
Blog by Dheeraj Arrabothu, Senior Green Building Specialist, and Africa Regional Lead for Green Buildings and Industries at GGGI The construction sector accounts for approximately 40% of global CO2 emissions. About half of the emissions are attributed to building operations and the remaining half to the production of construction materials, also known as embodied emissions. […]
News • November 22, 2023
Qatar Fund for Development Host the Global Green Growth Institute’s Greenpreneurs in Doha for a Fruitful Study Visit
Doha, Qatar, November 21st, 2023 – Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) proudly welcomed selected Eastern Caribbean and Pacific Greenpreneurs to Doha as part of the QFFD funded Greenpreneurs Program in the two regions. This impactful exchange visit aimed to immerse the Greenpreneurs in Qatar’s thriving sustainable industries, showcasing the nation’s commitment to green sustainable growth […]
News • November 16, 2023
GGGI awards FJD800,000 (USD 350,000) to Fiji Greenpreneurs during graduation event
Suva, Fiji, 16 November 2023– The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) marked a momentous occasion as it celebrated the graduation of participants from the 2023 Pacific Greenpreneurs Program – Fiji Cohort. The Honourable Assistant Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel was chief guest at the official ceremony held at the Holiday Inn, Suva, Fiji The Pacific […]
News • November 7, 2023
GGGI Uzbekistan conducts the Second 2023 Project Steering Committee Meeting (PSC) for KOICA-funded Aral Sea GRIP
Tashkent, Uzbekistan, November 7, 2023– GGGI Uzbekistan held the Second Project Steering Committee Meeting (PSC) for Green Rehabilitation Investment Project for Karakalpakstan Republic to Address Impacts of the Aral Sea Crisis (Aral Sea GRIP). The PSC meeting presented the progress made since the last PSC meeting held on 19 April 2023 and the project implementation […]
News • October 30, 2023
GGGI Pacific and Eastern Caribbean Greenpreneurs Embark on Exchange Visit to Doha, Qatar
30th October 2023 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is pleased to announce the commencement of the Greenpreneurs Exchange Visit for the GGGI Pacific and Eastern Caribbean Greenpreneurs to Doha, Qatar. This unique opportunity cohosted by GGGI, and the Qatar Fund for Development aims to provide a platform for promising green entrepreneurs from the […]
News • October 12, 2023
Eastern Caribbean Greenpreneurs Incubator Program Announces Recipients of US $10,000 Seed Grants for 11 Green Businesses.
11th October 2023 – The Eastern Caribbean Greenpreneurs Incubator Program, an initiative aimed at supporting and promoting sustainable business ventures in the Eastern Caribbean region, is pleased to announce the recipients of its prestigious US $10,000 seed grants. These grants have been awarded to 11 exceptional green businesses who were part of the 2nd cohort […]
News • September 27, 2023
Agrivoltaics Project Launched for Boosting Rwandan Farming with Solar Innovation
Kigali, Rwanda, 31 August 2023 – GGGI Rwanda and the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Board (RAB) jointly hosted the “Agrivoltaics in Rwanda – Preparatory Project Launch.” This event convened government officials, international organizations, development agencies, experts, researchers, and representatives from the agriculture and renewable energy sectors. Its purpose was to introduce the “Increased Resilience […]
News • September 20, 2023
First Pacific Islands Entrepreneurship Expo kicks off in Fiji
Suva, Fiji – 30 August 2023 – The first ever Pacific Islands Entrepreneurship Expo was held in Fiji on 30th – 31st August 2023, jointly hosted by the Global Green Growth Institute in collaboration with the United Nations Capital Development Fund, United Nations Development Programme, International Labor Organisation, Asian Development Bank and YGAP. The two-day expo at […]
News • August 22, 2023
High-level visit to the Tivaouane Feacal Sludge treatment plant in Senegal with the Luxemburg cooperation, Senegal
On July 13, 2023 – GGGI arranged a high-level visit to Tivaouane in Senegal for the Luxemburg cooperation delegation to inspect the newly rehabilitated and equipped Feacal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP). The upgraded FSTP is important because it will improve the city’s sanitation services along the entire value chain and develop the valorization of by-products to create green […]
News • August 18, 2023
Two PNG Greenpreneurs win trip to Fiji in ‘shark-tank’ style business pitch to investors
The Pacific Greenpreneurs Accelerator Program, a pioneering initiative implemented by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) with support from the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), achieved a significant milestone with its highly successful Investor Pitch event. On Thursday, June 22nd, 2023, nine locally owned enterprises presented their innovative green business ideas virtually and in-person to a panel of esteemed judges. […]