This partnership was signed by or, itments to green the. Green growth is seen as the means to ensure that inclusive growth is sustainable. Green growth is further believed to have the potential of fostering innovation, creating jobs and spurring economic development (AfDB, 2013). Such strategies combine focusing on energy access, creating high-quality jobs with rising incomes, investing in critical environmental assets—soil, water, biodiversity and forests—and designing resilience for cities and infrastructure.