Bashir Dan is a visionary leader in sustainable development and a recognized expert in carbon markets and standards. As the Founder and CEO of Stack Carbon, he is pioneering scalable climate solutions by deploying Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) while fostering agricultural resilience and community empowerment in Africa.

With over four years of experience in carbon asset development and entrepreneurship, Bashir is a respected voice on market-based mitigation. He advises governments and corporations on building robust Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) frameworks, advancing climate policy and aligning organizational practices with international climate standards. Bashir sits on the Youth Advisory Board at Oxford Net Zero, where his work focuses on integrating equity criteria into global net-zero frameworks, ensuring solutions are socially inclusive and environmentally sound.

An author on Illuminem where he provides critical insights on carbon markets and sustainability. Named among the top 10 most read thought leaders in Carbon Markets globally in both 2023 and 2024. He is also a dedicated peer educator at the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), committed to spreading knowledge and empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders.