Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a groundbreaking talent marketplace, officially launched today at the inaugural M300 Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Mission 300, led by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank, aims to bring electricity to 300 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030, supporting African climate goals. The Summit, bringing together key stakeholders, was the ideal platform for ATP to debut, reflecting our shared mission to bolster the continent's efforts towards achieving ambitious energy access and energy transition goals, while increasing economic vitality and growth.

ATP's launch comes at a critical time for supporting African climate goals, as many climate and energy-related projects in Africa face bottlenecks due to the lack of specialized talent. By providing an efficient platform to connect independent talent with project needs, ATP is solving this critical issue and accelerating the momentum towards meeting Africa's climate goals.

"Africa's climate challenges demand urgent, innovative solutions, and ATP is bridging the gap between top talent and the critical projects that need their expertise," said Rachel Moré-Oshodi, incoming ATP Board Member and CEO of ARM-Harith. "By leveraging talent marketplaces and independent experts, we are not just accelerating projects—we are embedding skilled professionals at the heart of sustainable solutions, driving lasting impact and empowering communities."

Matching Talent and Projects to Support Africa's Climate and Economic Goals

ATP connects a growing workforce of experienced independent professionals and climate experts to a wide variety of climate-related projects, including large-scale infrastructure developments, governmental and regulatory initiatives, NGO efforts, and private sector ventures among others. ATP takes a broad view of climate projects, covering areas such as solar, wind, hydro, battery storage, electric vehicle transportation and charging, water management, sanitation, and cold storage.

Examples of projects ATP has successfully completed include: a ten-month engagement supporting an infrastructure firm in North Africa with project structuring and negotiations; a six-month collaboration advising on the development of a 20MW Battery Energy Storage System in West Africa; and a five-month project assessing input sources for an enhanced rock weathering initiative in Southern Africa. These projects drive sustainable development, equipping local stakeholders with the expertise to address urgent climate challenges, while supporting Africa's long-term growth and resilience.

Read the full article about African climate and clean energy goals at PR Newswire.