GreenBiz Programme
Funded by DANIDA - $10M
Supporting green businesses to scale climate solutions across Kenya through innovative financing, capacity building, and market access.
Catalyzing Climate Entrepreneurship in Africa
Towards Sustainable Enterprises and Climate Resilient Communities
The Climate Challenge
Climate Change remains one of the world's greatest existential threats, with Africa bearing a disproportionate burden despite contributing the least to global emissions. Rising temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns, and environmental degradation threaten livelihoods, economies, and the very fabric of our communities.
2.6%
of Kenya's GDP loss annually by 2030 due to climate impacts
Key Impact Areas:
- Environmental Degradation
- Biodiversity Loss
- Water & Air Pollution
Climate Action
Ecosystem Restoration
Water Security
Risk Mitigation
Our Story
What We Believe
Challenges as Opportunities
No challenge is too big, not even climate change. We see every obstacle as a chance to innovate and create lasting solutions.
Innovation Meets Entrepreneurship
Climate action and economic prosperity go hand in hand. We bridge the gap between environmental impact and business success.
SMEs as Warriors
Small and medium enterprises are frontline fighters innovating sustainable practices that transform communities and economies.
How we create impact
From ideas to climate-smart enterprises.
We identify promising entrepreneurs, equip them with tailored business support, and connect them to finance and markets so that climate solutions can scale.
Mission
Catalysing climate entrepreneurship by helping SMEs develop, scale, and commercialise climate solutions.
Vision
A thriving ecosystem of sustainable enterprises powering climate-resilient communities across Kenya and the region.
Core values
People-centricInnovationProfessionalismInclusivityIntegrityCollaboration
How We Do It
Holistic, country-driven support to accelerate climate technologies
Innovative Financing
Providing diverse financial solutions to support climate entrepreneurs at every stage
- Risk capital for early-stage ventures
- Proof of concept funding
- Early-stage financing
- Revenue-based financing (RBF)
- Investment syndication
Capacity Building
Empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge and skills for sustainable growth
- Business development training
- Technical skills training
- Advisory services
- Mentorship programs
- Leadership development
Access to Information
Connecting entrepreneurs with critical data and market intelligence
- Technology data and trends
- Market intelligence
- Finance information
- Industry insights
- Best practices sharing
Enabling Environment
Creating supportive ecosystems for climate innovation to thrive
- Policy advocacy and support
- Facilities and infrastructure access
- Regional outreach programs
- Partnership facilitation
- Ecosystem development
Key Sectors & Themes
Our Programmes
Flagship initiatives driving climate innovation and entrepreneurship across East Africa
AgriBiz Programme
Funded by EU & DANIDA - €18.9M
Transforming agriculture through climate-smart innovations, establishing regional hubs, and empowering agri-entrepreneurs across East Africa.
PUSE Programme
Funded by Mott Foundation - $350K
Promoting urban sustainability through support for SMEs developing innovative solutions for waste management, energy, and water in urban settings.
SWIFT Programme
Funded by IKEA Foundation - $5.1M
Scaling waste innovation for transformation through circular economy solutions, supporting enterprises that turn waste into valuable resources.
Our Impact Journey
From 13 years of achievements to our ambitious 2030 vision
57,517
Jobs Created
56% women owned
3,500+
SMEs Supported
2,730 incubated/accelerated
$63M
Leveraged
For supported enterprises
73
Policy Initiatives
Legislative reforms & advocacy
507,149
Tonnes CO2 Mitigated
67%
Commercialization Rate
For incubated enterprises
$85M
Revenue Generated
By supported enterprises
3
Awards
Recent recognition (2024/2025)
Awards & Recognition
Celebrating milestones from our ecosystem partners and industry bodies
SME Enabler of the Year 2024/2025
KEPSA
Circular Economy Financier of the Year
CE Conference
Green Economy Champion of the Year
ASSEK
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