Our Story

Green Protocol is a mission-driven development and impact platform working at the intersection of philanthropy, policy, and advisory. We exist to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through inclusive, community-centered, and impact-led initiatives across emerging economies.

Our work is rooted in the belief that sustainable development must be both locally grounded and globally aligned. We collaborate with governments, development partners, foundations, and communities to co-create solutions that address systemic social, economic, and environmental challenges, ensuring that no one is left behind.

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Our Mission

“To advance inclusive and sustainable development by designing and delivering impactful programmes that improve lives, strengthen systems, and accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.”

Our Vision

“A world where development is equitable, resilient, and driven by solutions that create lasting value for people, communities, and the planet.”

How We Work

We deliver impact through a blend of development programming and advisory support.

01

Research & Policy

Research and evidence-based insights, and policy and institutional strengthening.

02

Design & Deliver

Programme design and implementation, backed by development and climate finance advisory.

03

Engage & Evaluate

Stakeholder engagement and partnerships, and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL).

Our Approach

Green Protocol adopts a people-centered and systems-based approach, ensuring that interventions are inclusive, context-specific, and sustainable. We prioritise collaboration, working alongside partners and communities to co-create solutions that are both practical and transformative.

By integrating philanthropy, technical expertise, and strategic advisory, we help bridge the gap between development ambition and real-world impact.

Leadership

Deborah Stephanie Anumenechi

Deborah Stephanie Anumenechi

Managing Director

With over a decade of experience bridging policy analysis and grassroots implementation, Deborah leads Green Protocol's strategic vision. Her expertise in climate finance and institutional strengthening has driven major policy shifts in the region, focusing on practical, scalable solutions for sustainable development.

Our Milestones

The journey from vision to national protocol.

2019

Green Protocol Founded

Began operations in Q4, launching integrated work across climate action, clean energy, and sustainable development in Nigeria.

2023

First Published Research

Released the White Paper on Net Metering Policies and the Roadmap to Guide the Nigerian Climate Change Fund, establishing Green Protocol's policy research foundation.

2024

Expanded Research & Global Engagement

Published the Nigeria Energy Pathway Analysis and Decarbonization Planning in Nigeria, while representing Nigeria's climate work on the international stage.

2025

Youth Programmes & Climate Finance Milestones

Launched the Youth for Climate Action Small Grants Programme, funding 4 youth-led organisations, and supported the Nigeria Climate Change Fund's stakeholder engagement toward operationalization.

2026

International Expansion to France

Entered Europe's sustainable finance ecosystem, positioning Green Protocol to support ESG-aligned climate advisory across the Europe–Africa corridor.

Explore Impact

What our work has added up to so far.

20+

Projects & Programs

$2M+

Project Implementation & Support

36

States Coverage

2

Countries of Operation

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