Chief Executive Officer

Selwyn Duijvestijn

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As the CEO of Green Earth, Selwyn Duijvestijn is known for his innovative and transformative approach to sustainability and conservation. With over 15 years of experience in leadership roles, he has established a reputation as an entrepreneurial leader in business and project development.

His experience in the business and financial world, coupled with his passion for nature conservation, led him to Green Earth (previously DGB Group). Since taking on this role, Duijvestijn has championed the redirection of Green Earth, transitioning the company from being a renewable energy company to one that focuses solely on nature restoration and conservation.

Selwyn's passion for the environment and his commitment to making a positive impact on the world have driven him to create and lead Green Earth. Under his leadership, Green Earth has helped to create and implement projects that have a tangible impact on the environment, while also generating economic and social benefits for local communities.
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Prior to joining Green Earth, Selwyn worked in various roles in the fields of finance. He has held positions in disruptive businesses providing him with a unique and well-rounded perspective on the challenges and opportunities in the field.

At Green Earth, Selwyn is committed to helping companies and organisations to achieve their sustainability goals. He works closely with clients to develop customised solutions that meet their specific needs, while also creating positive environmental and social outcomes. Under his leadership, Green Earth is poised to continue to play a leading role in shaping the future of sustainability and conservation.

He is dedicated to improving the charitable and government grant model currently used by nature conservation and restoration companies, and envisions Green Earth becoming the first for-profit commercial company in this sector, with the hope that other companies will follow suit.

Duijvestijn brings over 13 years of experience as an entrepreneur and stock market expert to the company.

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Duijvestijn in the media

He is also a sought-after speaker and has given numerous presentations on these topics at conferences and events around the world. Selwyn Duijvestijn is regularly invited to speak on conferences, interviews and make tv appearances to speak on his expertise.

Photo: Financial Times Climate Capital Live Conference 2022

Interview Selwyn Duijvestijn

Selwyn Duijvestijn speaks on Dutch national television on the TV show Business Class.

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Who we are

A publicly listed leader in global carbon and biodiversity markets

Green Earth is dedicated to making a lasting positive impact on the planet by developing carbon and biodiversity projects that restore ecosystems and protect the natural world.

As a publicly listed company, we bring the transparency and accountability of the public markets to a global portfolio of projects that help businesses and governments meet their climate and biodiversity goals. By blending environmental impact with real social value for the communities we work alongside, Green Earth is building a more sustainable future.

We’re striving to safeguard the natural world, helping people live more sustainably and take action against deforestation and desertification.

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