Guyana “well-placed” to take advantage of global green economy – Kirk Hollingsworth

Guyana has made several attempts over the last decade to promote its forest and natural resources that are abundant in more than 80 per cent of the country.
However, it is believed that these attempts will prove to be beneficial to Guyana in the coming years and even today, on the Global Green Economy Index (GGEI).
This was revealed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Green Guyana Expo, Kirk Hollingsworth, who noted that the introduction of summits to highlight Guyana’s capabilities will also emerge as an important factor in directing the country towards success in the GGEI.
“In 10 years or so, the global green economy will be worth in the region [of] over

US$10 trillion. Because of Guyana’s geographical location, our demographics and renewable resources, Guyana is well-placed to take advantage in participating successfully in the global green economy,” Hollingsworth stated.
“We believe that the summit will mainstream the attractive opportunities of participating in the green economy and taking it from a concept to reality,” he added.
To test the unindustrialised technologies and solutions which are critical in reversing the damage caused by humans, the various summits will bridge the gap that exists between foreign investors and small enterprises.
Green solutions and policy issues will be discussed to enhance the understanding of the public about the opportunities that a green economy can offer.
Hollingsworth also noted that Guyana’s economy was dominated by small businesses and summits would serve as a catalyst for the propulsion of a greener economy.
Hollingsworth also commented on the upcoming Green Guyana Summit 2018, which would not only bring Guyana closer towards the GGEI breakthrough, but also provide the focus needed for women and youth in this sector.
“We are particularly mindful and would be looking forward for the participation of what many refer to as the neglected entrepreneurial class. That group includes particularly women and the youth of Guyana. Our women and our youth, the particular concern, are neglected. In entrepreneurial class, we’d like to see them come on board and focusing on an economic sector that we can leave as a legacy to the future generation.”
He further posited that the first input that would be made to ensure that this idea materialised would be the introduction of the Green Guyana Business Summit, which is slated for the latter part of 2018 and is expected to bring foreign investors into Guyana to address the way forward with respect to the emerging sector.