Kwabena Osei-Sarpong | Forttuna Global Advisory Board

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Clean Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure Leadership Policy Advisory & Global Development Strategy Thought Leadership, Mentorship & Ecosystem Building

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Kwabena Osei-Sarpong is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of RIFE International, a globally recognized climate technology and sustainable infrastructure firm headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, with operations spanning Africa and Asia. As a leader in clean energy and sustainability, he drives initiatives that expand energy access, advance environmental justice, and accelerate sustainable economic growth...

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RIFE International

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RIFE International is an award-winning global climate technology and sustainable infrastructure firm specializing in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable development solutions. Headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, with operations across Africa, Asia, and Europe, the company delivers integrated clean energy and engineering solutions to public, private, and institutional clients worldwide. Founded in 2007, RIFE has built a strong reputation for providing innovative, turnkey solutions across solar, geothermal, and energy optimization projects, helping organizations reduce carbon emissions, improve efficiency, and achieve long-term sustainability goals.

With a multidisciplinary team of certified engineers, sustainability experts, and construction specialists, RIFE International offers end-to-end services including energy audits, building retrofits, infrastructure development, and renewable energy implementation. Its relationship-driven approach and focus on measurable impact have positioned the firm as a trusted partner for large-scale projects and government initiatives. Committed to advancing equitable and sustainable growth, RIFE continues to drive climate innovation while delivering solutions that enhance operational performance and support a resilient, low-carbon future.

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Under his leadership, RIFE International has delivered large-scale projects for prominent public and private sector clients, establishing the firm as a trusted partner in energy innovation and sustainable infrastructure. Kwabena has also contributed to high-level policy and advisory efforts, having advised the White House Council on Environmental Quality. He was appointed to the U.S. President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa and the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, positioning him at the intersection of policy, investment, and global development.

A globally sought-after speaker, Kwabena served as the 2025 Commencement Speaker at Radford University and regularly shares thought leadership on clean technology, climate innovation, and economic development. He has spoken at leading academic institutions including Harvard Business School, Duke University, Georgetown University, Brown University, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Maryland, as well as global forums such as the Powering Africa Summit, Enlit Africa, and the U.S. Department of Commerce and Goldman Sachs Roundtable. In addition, he is a Master Leadership Coach with the Skinner Leadership Institute, where he mentors entrepreneurs and emerging leaders worldwide.

Recognized as an “Inspiring Climate Change Trailblazer” by the Harvard Business School Climate Symposium, Kwabena has received numerous accolades. These include the 3G SDGs Champion Award (2026), the Forttuna Global 100 Power List (2025), Africa’s 100 Most Influential Persons (2025), the Global Entrepreneurship Award (2024 and 2025), Sustainable Business Leader (2025), the International Leadership Award, Most Admired CEO, and the Washington Business Journal 40 Under 40, among others.

Through his leadership, mentorship, and philanthropic efforts, Mr. Osei-Sarpong continues to advance sustainable solutions while empowering communities across the globe.