Dutch businesses – from innovative start-ups to large corporates – have a lot to offer as the world faces environmental and social challenges. That’s why Invest International specialises in five sectors in which Dutch knowledge and expertise can make a difference to people and the planet.
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call to action by all countries to promote prosperity while protecting the environment. The Netherlands is at the forefront of many of the processes needed to transition to sustainable ways of taking care of people and the planet. Green hydrogen and regenerative agriculture are just two examples.
Dutch businesses pioneer solutions for global challenges. Their particular expertise lies in energy, water and infrastructure, agrifood, manufacturing, and health. Our focus sectors are aligned to Dutch expertise.
According to the UN, 2 billion people worldwide work in precarious informal jobs without social protection. Dutch company Pactics, which manufactures products for mission-driven lifestyle brands, started with a clear mission: doing right by the people who make its products.
Agricultural production accounts for 25% to 33% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Switching to plant-based diets in high-income nations would slash these emissions by 61%. Dutch company Phycom aims to contribute to the protein transition by providing a sustainable option: microalgae for people and animals.
The Beira General Hospital, the most advanced healthcare facility in Mozambique, now serves over 770,000 residents of Beira and neighboring districts. Opened on August 30, 2024, by President Nyusi, the hospital is a significant leap forward in the country's healthcare system, with 300 beds, modern equipment, and a team of 390 skilled professionals. It enhances Mozambique’s Primary Health Care strategy by acting as the first referral point for basic health centers, playing a vital role in improving care for the region’s population.
In the Upper East Region of Ghana the drinking water supply has not been up to standard for years. The Tono Drinking Water project, a partnership between the Dutch and Ghanaian governments, supported through Invest International, and executed by engineering company Denys, has changed this.
Invest International is proud to support Dutch SME Suncom Energy in revolutionizing industrial energy consumption with sustainable, reliable clean heat solutions. By harnessing cutting-edge solar technology, Suncom is enabling industries to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace green energy alternatives.
