Wise Mbewe

I am a results-oriented climate change and sustainability expert with over a decade of experience across banking, environmental economics, sustainability, ESG integration, and stakeholder engagement, delivering solutions across Africa and the GCC. I bring deep experience in cross-sectoral partnerships, advising on climate-resilient infrastructure, and producing high-quality research and policy outputs, as well as proposal development aligned to impact frameworks and international standards.

• Conducted research and environmental impact assessments on sustainable waste management, landfills, and textile sustainability.
• Developed adaptation-focused reports and materials aligned with sustainable infrastructure and circular economy principles.
• Presented at international conferences, contributing to thought leadership in sustainable practices in the MENA region.
• Advising SMEs, public institutions, and financial actors on integrating ESG, sustainability, and green finance principles in operations and investment strategies.
• Conducted Environmental Impact Assessments and advised on carbon tax compliance, green bonds, and climate-related financial disclosures (TCFD).
• Advised on sovereign wealth and impact investment portfolios with reference to ESG compliance, transparency, and risk mitigation.
• International conference speaker on circular economy and green finance innovations in the UAE.
• Preparation of regulatory disclosure and sustainability reporting.

• PhD Course Certificate. Sustainability in a Globalised world. Tools and Concepts (SLU, Sweden).
• PhD in Business Management-with a focus on behavioural economics and sustainable finance (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa).
• MSc Degree in Strategic Management (University of Derby, England).