By

Director, Sustainable Business, Social Impact & the Foundations

Safaricom PLC

This year, World Environment Day highlighted how climate change's adverse effects are driving an urgent need for new jobs through climate action, underscoring the vital role of nature-based solutions.

As organisations respond to climate change and biodiversity degradation, green jobs—roles responsible for preserving or restoring the environment—are gaining momentum and shaping industry. The growing impacts of climate change have created a green economy ecosystem that provides opportunities.