Excellence
Commitment to the highest standards in our advocacy, research, partnerships, and events.
Who We Are
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Our Vision
To be a global foremost environmental think-tank, driving practical and transformative change towards a sustainable, resilient, and prosperous Nigeria.
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Our Mision
To lead and inspire collaborative efforts in environmental governance, foster responsive private sector investment, and champion sustainable practices through research, advocacy, and capacity building.
Our Core Values
Unity of Purpose
Belief in collaboration as essential to solving complex environmental challenges.
Value Driven
Belief in collaboration as essential to solving complex environmental challenges.
1 platform 1 conversation to
safeguarding the environment
To help Government, Sectors, and People to:
Fast track penetration of renewable energy to achieve Net Zero by 2060
Increase private sector and industry participation in environmental stewardship
Tackle 8.6% youth employment through circular economy & Green initiatives
Better protect 210 million from adverse effects of floods and climate change
Restore 1 million hectares of forest land and mangroves lost to logging and minning
Prevent loss and replacement of 7895 Nigerian indigenous plant species
Help 175 million without access to clean cooking energy
Reduce 78 million practicing Open Defecation
Our Key Focus Areas
Climate Change
Tackling the national strategy for mitigation and adaptation
Water Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
Improving clean water access and sustainable sanitation systems
Disaster Management
Building resilience against floods, erosion, desertification, and other disasters
Plastics and Waste Management
Reducing plastic pollution and improving waste waste management process
Green Financing
Exploring investment opportunities for sustainable initiatives
Agricultural Sustainability
Promoting climate-smart agriculture to ensure food security and environmental health.
NESt Value to the Nigerian Government: 1 Platform, 1 Conversation
Through NESt, NESUG offers a unified platform with over 650,000 participants to support Nigeria's environmental and socio-economic goals
- Unified Policy Platform: Aligning stakeholders across land, air, water, and biodiversity
- Accelerated Renewable Energy: Promoting clean energy for Net Zero by 2060
- Private Sector Participation: Encouraging green investment and environmental responsibility
- Youth Employment: Creating green jobs through circular economy models
- Climate Resilience: protecting 211 million Nigerians from climate hazards. Conservation: Restoring 1 million hectares of forest and preserving biodiversity
NESt positions Nigeria to lead sustainable development across all sectors.
Our Strategic Focus Areas
NESUG has identified critical focus areas to support Nigeria's sustainable future:
Biodiversity Conservation
Safeguarding Nigeria's unique flora and fauna
Climate Justice
Ensuring equitable climate solutions across regions
Sustainable Livelihoods
Fostering community resilience and job creation
Shaping Policy and Attracting
Green Investments
Policy Contributions
NESt is positioned as a key influencer in shaping policies across environmental, health, and agricultural sectors, aiming to address Nigeria's climate and sustainability challenges.
Investment Impact
NESt is actively building partnerships and setting goals to attract sustainable investments that support green projects and climate resilience.
Goals
NESt's initiatives are designed to establish a pathway for long-term green financing and eco-friendly investments in Nigeria.
Empowering Future Leaders and Industry for Sustainability
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Youth Engagement
Green skills training and opportunities in sustainability.
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Private Sector Involvement
Advancing corporate environmental responsibility.
