WIPO GREEN Ambassador Program

The WIPO GREEN Ambassador Program brings together distinguished leaders and sustainability advocates from around the world to accelerate the development and deployment of green technologies.

These voluntary Ambassadors leverage their sector expertise and professional networks to connect innovative solutions with global needs, facilitate partnerships, and promote sustainable innovation. Through their participation in industry forums and high-profile events, our Ambassadors expand awareness of green technology opportunities while building collaborative networks essential for addressing pressing environmental challenges.

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Interviews with WIPO GREEN Ambassadors 

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Philip Thigo (Kenya)

In this interview, Ambassador Thigo shares his insights on digital sovereignty, explains how he plans to accelerate the transition from climate ambition to climate implementation, and reflects on the importance of collaboration in an increasingly interconnected innovation landscape.

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David Bandes (Switzerland)

In this interview, David Brandes, co-founder and CEO of Planetary, discusses his dedication to sustainable innovation, his view of the triple bottom line approach, and his commitment to become a voice of confidence to start-up founders at the intersection of sustainability and deep-tech.

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Masafumi Yamamoto (Japan)

In this interview, you will learn how Masafumi Yamamoto leverages three decades of IP policy experience to connect Japan's environmental technologies with global needs for innovation through WIPO GREEN's platform.

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Zou Ling (China)

In this interview, you will discover how Zou Ling's unique journey from rural village leadership to enterprise management shapes his vision for South-South cooperation and technology transfer.

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Angela Pinhati (Brazil)

In this interview, Angela Pinhati reflects on how her 30 years of experience in supply chain management and her leadership role at Natura drives her commitment to green innovation and forest conservation in the Amazon.