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Description Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for an International Asset
Forfeiture Advisor position located in U.S. Embassy Lima, Peru. This will be a contract role within the U.S. Department of State.
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the
President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests,
fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and
secure world. The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering
international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening
their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.
U.S. Embassy Lima’s INL Organized Crime Program dismantles FTOs and TCOs threatening U.S. security by enabling U.S. and Peruvian
law enforcement and justice sector to investigate, prosecute, and convict their members; disrupt their revenue sources; and seize
their assets. INL Lima has been supporting the Peruvian justice sector through an international advisor with expertise in asset
forfeiture efforts since 2017. INL Lima and the advisor developed the Asset Forfeiture Mentoring Project, which directly resulted
in Peru overcoming its prior inability to secure asset forfeiture sentences. From 2012 to 2016, Peru’s courts only issued three
asset forfeiture sentences. After INL launched the project in January 2017, Peru issued 22 asset forfeiture sentences within the
first year. In 2018, the project supported Peruvian efforts to draft and pass legislation establishing a new system and Peru’s
Congress approved Legislative Decree 1373-Asset Forfeiture Law. In February 2019, justice sector institutions issued complementary
regulations, leading to the establishment of 22 asset forfeiture courts and three appellate courts, 24 specialized prosecutor’s
offices nationwide, an asset forfeiture division under the Peruvian National Police, and a specialized Public Solicitor’s Office.
As of March 2026, Peru’s asset forfeiture system has permanently seized more than $211 million in illicit assets and issued 2715
sentences, making it a powerful tool in fighting organized crime. Despite these gains, the asset forfeiture system continues to
face challenges. Authorities outside Lima receive fewer training opportunities than those in the capital. Although the subsystem
has robust staffing, Peru’s budgeting procedures classify these positions as temporary, leaving personnel subject to dismissal or
rotation at any time. In 2025, the judiciary established seven asset forfeiture courts and one appellate chamber as permanent
bodies, and it plans to expand this effort to additional courts, subject to available funding. In addition, many justice sector
actors in other specialties lack familiarity with asset forfeiture and miss opportunities to collaborate with asset forfeiture
authorities. In May 2025, Peru enacted Law No. 32326, which amended Legislative Decree 1373 and significantly changed the asset
forfeiture framework by requiring a final criminal conviction or similar disposition before initiating most forfeiture
proceedings, with limited exceptions. This shift weakens the system’s effectiveness as a non-conviction-based tool, risks delays
in asset recovery, and reduces authorities’ ability to act quickly against illicit assets. As a result, justice sector operators
must adapt their strategies to align asset forfeiture actions more closely with criminal proceedings while identifying lawful
exceptions to continue pursuing cases. They must also strengthen coordination across institutions and build a clear understanding
of the revised legal framework to maintain the system’s effectiveness. Given both the program’s results in combatting
transnational organized crime and the system’s ongoing challenges, INL Lima will continue to build capacity across the justice
sector nationwide and strengthen the asset forfeiture program. This phase will: 1) strengthen justice operators’ advanced
knowledge of emerging trends; 2) expand capacity building for actors outside of Lima, 3) increase knowledge of the growing body of
relevant jurisprudence, 4) engage decision makers to secure permanent funding for the asset forfeiture subsystem and to support
consideration of legal or regulatory modifications to strengthen the effectiveness of the asset forfeiture framework, 5) promote
awareness and practical models for collaboration between specialized asset forfeiture actors and other justice sector personnel to
coordinate on parallel investigations. This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call. POSITION OVERVIEW TITLE:
International Assest Forfeiture Advisor LOCATION: U.S. Embassy Lima, Peru SECURITY CLEARANCE: The position requires a Moderate
Risk Public Trust (MRPT) security clearance. The Contractor can begin work with an interim MRPT security clearance. CLOSING DATE:
July 22, 2026 POSITION DESCRIPTION The International Asset Forfeiture Advisor (hereinafter “the Advisor”) will provide technical
assistance, training, and mentoring on legal aspects and concepts related to Peru’s asset forfeiture framework. The Advisor will
engage with all relevant stakeholders involved in implementing these laws, including judges, prosecutors, police officers, public
solicitors, public defenders, Seized Assets National Program personnel, the Superintendence of Banks, and other public and private
actors involved in asset forfeiture processes. The Advisor must deliver all technical assistance, training, and mentoring in
Spanish without interpretation. INL will not fund interpretation or translation services. The Advisor must notify INL in advance
of any needs for training materials, copies, supplies, or other logistical support. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The period of
performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to extend for six (06) months subject to
performance, need, and funding. The INL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide technical assistance in the drafting and review of
inter- and intra-institutional protocols and guidelines related to asset forfeiture. Disseminate and explain any regulatory
amendments and major developments in jurisprudence to stakeholders. Advise and assist Government of Peru counterparts in
developing and submitting reform legislation or regulations and in efforts to secure permanent funding for the asset forfeiture
subsystem. Design and deliver training and mentoring on asset forfeiture for prosecutors, judges, police, public solicitors,
financial analysts, and other relevant justice operators. Training must cover international standards, investigative techniques,
and trial case studies, and clearly distinguish asset forfeiture from related mechanisms such as restraint measures and criminal
forfeiture. Recommend additional activities to support program objectives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any citizenship (U.S., Third
Country National (TCN), and Local National (LN)) is allowable; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in international
relations, law enforcement, public policy or related field (10 years professional law experience can be substituted); Twelve to
eighteen years of experience related to the legal profession, courts, criminology, and/or public administration, experience
briefing in English; Demonstrated experience working overseas in an embassy environment; Knowledge of, and skill in, correct usage
of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and style. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated experience
investigating and prosecuting asset forfeiture cases. Demonstrated experience evaluating prevention activities in accordance with
international standards. Demonstrated experience working across multiple components of the justice sector, including judges,
prosecutors, police, financial analysts, and administrative personnel. Demonstrated teaching experience, preferably at the
university level. Demonstrated ability to conduct training and evaluation in Spanish at or above a National Foreign Affairs
Training Center (NFATC) 3 (General Professional Proficiency) level, or equivalent. Candidates must provide proof of language
proficiency unless they are native Spanish speakers. The Advisor must operate fully in Spanish, including providing technical
assistance, delivering training, and engaging daily with justice sector counterparts. Demonstrated familiarity with asset
forfeiture legislation in Latin America, preferably including Peru. LEVEL OF EFFORT (PART TIME POSITION) Hours for this full-time
position will be Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, incorporating the core hours of the Department of
State (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM). This is a part-time position not-to-exceed 956 hours during the period of performance. The Advisor
will provide services on an as-needed basis, including regular visits (at least monthly) and training activities, as coordinated
with INL. POSITION LOCATION The primary duty location is Lima, Peru. The advisor will travel three to four times per year to
other regions of Peru. INL Lima may authorize virtual activities SECURITY CLEARANCE The position requires a Moderate Risk Public
Trust (MRPT) security clearance. The Contractor can begin work with an interim MRPT security clearance. This position is
contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call. ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture
where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust,
respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In
the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.
In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected
because of their differences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected status or characteristics.
ÜBER DIE POSITION Als Werkstudent (m/w/d) bist Du fester Bestandteil unseres Legal & Compliance Teams. Du arbeitest unmittelbar mit dem Director Compliance & Regulation zusammen, übernimmst früh Verantwortung für eigene Themen und kannst Dich als Person, die mitdenkt, aktiv in unterschiedliche Projekte einbringen. Du unterstützt uns dabei, regulatorische Anforderungen effizient und praxisnah umzusetzen und moderne KI-Tools sinnvoll in Compliance-Prozesse zu integrieren. DEINE AUFGABEN Das erwartet Dich bei uns: * Eigenständige Unterstützung bei sämtlichen Aufgaben des Compliance Office, z.B. Business Partner Checks und KYC-Prüfungen zur Identifikation und Bewertung von Geschäftspartnern * Aktualisierung und Weiterentwicklung von Compliance-Berichten und internen Richtlinien sowie Vorbereitung und Dokumentation von Schulungen, Meetings und Projekten * Analyse neuer regulatorischer Anforderungen und Entwicklung pragmatischer Umsetzungsvorschläge * Mitarbeit an strategischen Compliance-Projekten, bei denen Du eigene Ideen einbringen kannst * Recherche zu regulatorischen Fragen, insbesondere im Kapitalmarkt-, Handels- und Gesellschaftsrecht * Einsatz und Weiterentwicklung von KI-gestützten Tools für Recherche, Analyse und Prozesseffizienz * Übernahme eigenständiger Projekte und Sonderaufgaben DEIN PROFIL Das bringst Du mit: * Eingeschriebener Student (m/w/d) in einem juristischen, wirtschaftsrechtlichen oder betriebswirtschaftlichen Studiengang (mind. 3. Semester) * Erste Kenntnisse in den Bereichen Compliance, AML, KYC oder Kapitalmarktrecht sind von Vorteil * Sorgfältige, strukturierte und diskrete Arbeitsweise, auch bei vertraulichen Inhalten * Hohes Qualitätsbewusstsein und Zuverlässigkeit sowie ein gutes Gespür für Prioritäten * Fähigkeit, Dich schnell in neue Themen und komplexe regulatorische Fragestellungen einzuarbeiten * Spaß daran, Dinge zu hinterfragen und Verbesserungspotenziale zu erkennen * Sicherer Umgang mit MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Offenheit für KI-Tools und digitale Arbeitsprozesse * Sehr gute Deutschkenntnisse sowie gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift * Hohe Eigeninitiative und Freude am eigenverantwortlichen Arbeiten in einem kleinen, professionellen Team Besonders wichtig ist uns Deine Persönlichkeit: Wir suchen jemanden, der mitdenkt, Zusammenhänge erkennt, Fragen stellt, selbstständig arbeitet und Lust hat, sich aktiv einzubringen. Wenn Du Freude daran hast, Verantwortung zu übernehmen, neue Themen zu erschließen und gemeinsam pragmatische Lösungen zu entwickeln, bist Du bei uns genau richtig. WARUM WIR? Was wir Dir bieten: * Eine abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit mit Einblick in sämtliche Bereiche des Compliance Office eines börsennotierten Asset Managers * Die Möglichkeit, regulatorische Entwicklungen und Unternehmensprozesse aktiv mitzugestalten * Eigenverantwortliche Mitarbeit in einem kleinen, erfahrenen Team mit flachen Hierarchien * Flexible Arbeitszeiten, die zu Deinem Stundenplan passen * Moderner Arbeitsplatz in zentraler Lage in Hamburg (Altona/Palmaille) * Faire Vergütung * Unterstützung von Firmenfitness mit EGYM Wellpass * Interne Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten durch unsere MPC Academy * Bezuschusstes Mittagessen WER SIND WIR? MPC Capital AG ist ein börsennotierter, international ausgerichteter Asset- und Investmentmanager mit Fokus auf Maritime und Energy Infrastructure. Gemeinsam mit unseren Tochterunternehmen entwickeln und managen wir sachwertbasierte Investments für institutionelle Investoren, Family Offices und professionelle Anleger. Wir beschäftigen konzernweit rund 260 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter an unserem Hauptsitz in Hamburg. WILLKOMMEN AN BORD! Klingt nach Deinem nächsten Schritt? Dann freuen wir uns, Dich kennenzulernen! Lade Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen ganz unkompliziert über den „Jetzt bewerben“-Button hoch. Wenn Du vorab Fragen hast, ist Tomke gerne für Dich da, schreib ihr einfach unter t.hinrichs@mpc-careers.com. DEINE ANSPRECHPARTNERIN Tomke Hinrichs MPC Capital AG Palmaille 67 22767 Hamburg t.hinrichs@mpc-careers.com
THE ROLE The US & Chile Commercial Manager plays a key role in overseeing the commercial performance and compliance of assets located in the Americas in the NextEnergy III and V portfolios. This management role has a team of analysts to ensure effective revenue management, contract administration, insurance, regulatory compliance, and ESG delivery across a portfolio of assets located in US States (New York, North Carolina, Virgina and Florida) and Chile. This role helps build processes and systems to ensure smooth Commercial delivery across US and Chile and with other Wise departments, where relevant, as well as consistent reporting and finding solutions to jurisdiction issues & trouble shooting. The US & Chile Commercial Manager supports their jurisdiction-specific teams in their interfaces between internal teams, Clients and external stakeholders. In addition, this role identifies operational efficiencies within the team, mitigates risks, and supports the long-term value creation of the assets under management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Ensuring sufficient resourcing and capacity is available to effectively manage business as usual, new asset onboarding, out of scope activities and planned transformation across assets in the Americas. This includes leading recruitment and candidate offers when necessary, supported by NE III / V Commercial Lead and Global Head of Commercial, and working alongside the business’s internal Technology & Data Services team (TDS). * Ensuring power sales are completed diligently and accurately across the portfolio as per the Client’s strategy. Where necessary, work with the team/Client/NE III & V Commercial Lead to trouble shoot complex revenue collection issues. * Ensuring high levels of timely reporting accuracy and consistency across the assets. * Supporting the team in managing contractual and regulatory affairs, renewals, discrepancies and claims, working with external counsel/advisor(s) as necessary, supported by NE III / V Commercial Lead when necessary. * Ensure insurance claims and renewals are notified and completed in a timely and accurate manner. * Identifying asset optimization programmes, e.g. insurance, and working with the country team and NE III / V Commercial Lead as required. * Support Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance and delivery. * Drive efficiency by leading planned Commercial-TDS transformation projects in NE III & V and identifying areas for transformation and improvement, working with TDS as necessary. * Identify where collaboration with Wise departments is required and carried out effectively to drive cross-functional management of assets. * Lead or support ad hoc commercial projects. * Update NE III / V Commercial Lead with key asset risks and planned mitigations accordingly and progress against transformation. * Ensure regulatory change and impact is cascaded across Wise as required to mitigate impact on asset compliance. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: * Excellent communication and presentation skills (in English and Spanish/Portuguese advantageous) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to put together well-written, grammatically correct emails, presentations and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate and engaging. * Time management & prioritization skills - the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical. * Fast Learner – Our US portfolio spans multiple states (New York, Virginia and North Carolina) with differing PPAs and regulatory requirements in each. Being able to quickly digest, learn and adapt to these differing challenges is key * Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description. * Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail, capable of interpreting complex contracts, regulations, and financial data. * Strong negotiation and influencing skills to manage contracts, disputes, and external counterparties. * Commercial acumen with the ability to assess risks, identify opportunities, and optimize asset performance. * Project management skills, with experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives and ensuring timely delivery. * Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters. * IT literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data, particularly Excel. * Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy. * Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Law, Social/Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline. * Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a commercial, contractual, or asset management role within the renewable energy sector (preferably solar). * Strong knowledge of revenue management, contracts, and regulatory compliance (US and Chile operational knowledge is advantageous). * Multi-country asset management experience. * Demonstrable experience in reporting, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management. * Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (finance, technical, legal). * Proficiency in English and Spanish (mandatory). * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel – advanced level, Word, PowerPoint). * Ability to work with asset management platforms and digital tools. * Availability to travel internationally WHAT WE OFFER * A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn. * International scope – we operate in over 8 countries. * Hybrid working – we will need you in the central Madrid/Seville at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week. * 38 days’ holiday per year (including local bank holidays and 3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December). * Sanitas Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents. * Annual discretionary bonus. HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days. By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy Notice. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be. We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.
THE ROLE We are seeking an experienced Asset Operations Analyst to join WiseEnergy’s Asset Operations Team to manage revenues, contracts, insurance, ESG and provide to regulatory and statutory compliance management for solar energy assets in Chile for maternity cover. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This will be an integral role in the WiseEnergy team, including: * Contract management i.e. renewals, tendering, issuing notices, obligations, etc. related to individual solar farm companies (SPA, Lease, PPA, O&M, EPC, etc) and understanding of lender requirements associated with contracts. * In coordination with the Finance team, support the projects operational budgets and required reforecasts. * Management of regulatory compliance submissions * Monthly, or as required, client reporting * Ensure compliance with environmental, social, governance (ESG) and community relations obligations and requirements. * Work closely with the technical team to understand and strategically resolve technical issues. * Management of insurance claims. * Management of land lease agreements and relationships with landlords * Support ongoing asset onboardings * Approvals of contractual invoices SKILLS & COMPETENCIES To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: * Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical. * Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills and an eye for detail. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English and Spanish - you must be able to organise your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm, and engaging and sometimes need to negotiate. * Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelled out in your job description. * Intellectual Curiosity – Commercial management is a broad and nuanced field, and we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas to the team. * IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level excel) * Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters. * Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy. * Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS * Educated to degree level (economics, social sciences, law are good backgrounds for the role). * Minimum of 3-5 years experience in renewable energy space (preferably solar) * The right to work in the UK or Spain. WHAT WE OFFER * A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn * International scope – we operate in over 8 countries * Healthcare * Annual discretionary bonus. HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days. By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy Notice. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be. We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. ABOUT US NextEnergy Group was founded in 2007 to become a leading market participant in the international solar sector. Since its inception, it has been active in the development, construction, and ownership of solar assets across multiple jurisdictions. NextEnergy Group operates via its three business units: NextEnergy Capital (Investment Management), WiseEnergy (Operating Asset Management), and Starlight (Asset Development). NextEnergy Capital manages the Group's investment activities and has invested in over 520 solar plants, exceeding 2GW in capacity across its institutional funds. * NextEnergy Solar Fund (NESF): Listed on the London Stock Exchange, NESF manages 102 solar and energy storage assets in the UK and Italy, with a total installed capacity of 983MW and a gross asset value of £1,014m. * NextPower II (NPII): A private fund of 105 solar plants (149MW) focused on Italy, successfully divested in January 2022, delivering net IRRs exceeding its 10-12% target. * NextPower III ESG (NPIII ESG): A private fund targeting solar infrastructure in OECD countries (e.g., US, Spain, Italy), with $896m raised, exceeding its $750m target. * NextPower UK ESG (NPUK ESG): A private fund dedicated to new-build solar plants in the UK, with ~£600m raised. * NextPower V ESG (NPV ESG): A private OECD solar fund investing in solar and adjacent technologies like battery storage. To date, it has raised $745m, targeting $1.5bn ($2bn ceiling). WiseEnergy® is NextEnergy Group’s operating asset manager. WiseEnergy is a leading specialist operating asset manager in the solar sector. Since its founding, WiseEnergy has provided solar asset management, monitoring, technical due diligence and under construction services to over 1,500 utility-scale solar power plants with an installed total capacity in excess of 3.4 GW. WiseEnergy clients comprise leading banks and equity financiers in the energy and infrastructure sector. Starlight is NextEnergy Group’s development company that is active in the development phase of solar projects. It has developed over 100 utility-scale projects internationally and continues to progress a large pipeline of c.10GW of both green and brownfield project developments across global geographies. NextSTEP is the venture capital fund of NextEnergy Group, dedicated to investing in innovative startups in the field of environmental sustainability. The fund primarily focuses on investments in Italy and the United Kingdom but also extends its reach to the rest of Europe and the United States, targeting startups in the pre-seed and seed stages. NextSTEP pays particular attention to emerging entities from incubators, startup accelerators, universities, and research centers, supporting projects that address global challenges in crucial areas such as Climate Change, Energy Transition, CO2 Capture and Sequestration, Circular Economy, Sustainable Cities, Sustainable Mobility, Sustainable Fashion, Waste Management, Water and much more. NextEnergy Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 2016 by the NextEnergy Group that operates internationally and whose mission is to proactively participate in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions by providing clean energy sources in regions where they are not yet available and thereby contributing to poverty reduction. As the main sponsor of this foundation, the NextEnergy Group donates at least 5% of its consolidated net profits each year. The NextEnergy Foundation has no overhead costs and therefore 100% of the funds raised go to donations for the various projects. Since 2016, in 8 years of operation the foundation has donated more than £1.2 million, supporting over 30 projects in 27 different countries around the world.