Incentivizing and supporting green and social business models among young entrepreneurs to advance the Sustainable Development Goals

Youth Business International (YBI), Development Solutions
What is it?

With approximately 10 million social enterprises generating $2 trillion annually and creating nearly 200 million jobs, young green and social entrepreneurs are at the forefront of sustainable growth, tackling challenges like climate change and social inequality. But to unlock their full potential, they need our support.

Our policy paper highlights the urgent need for governments, financial institutions, and development agencies to take action by:

  • Creating dedicated investment funds and tax incentives for green and social start-ups
    Providing financial incentives for sustainable production practices and eco-certifications
    Streamlining regulatory frameworks to make it easier for young entrepreneurs to thrive
    Standardizing impact measurement to showcase their environmental and social contributions
    Integrating green and social entrepreneurship in education to prepare the next generation

    Dive deeper into our vision for a supportive ecosystem where young entrepreneurs can drive sustainable development. Read the full policy paper, ‘Incentivizing and Supporting Green and Social Business Models among Young Entrepreneurs’

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