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Fadeke Ayoola, FCCA
Author & Founder CEO of NET Africa

Visionary environmental economist, consultant, author, editor, and founder of NET Africa (NGO) dedicated to advancing natural resource economics and bridging the critical gap between human economies and ecological systems. Combines high-level strategic expertise in planetary and natural capital accounting with practical field experience and geospatial mapping capabilities to drive sustainable development. A trusted advisor, writer, and thought leader across environmental disciplines, nature-based solutions, and corporate governance. Brings a rare blend of field-tested environmental insight, technical accounting mastery, and ethical governance to help organizations value, manage, and protect natural assets.

Core Skills

Natural Resource Economics & Accounting: System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) Species Accounts, Natural Capital Accounting, Planetary Accounting, and Biodiversity Accounting.

Geospatial Analysis & Fieldwork: Spatial mapping and data visualization using QGIS, Environmental Management & Audit, Nature-Based Solutions (NbS), and baseline ecological data collection (formerly serving as a hands-on Tree Surveyor).

Thought Leadership & Communication: Authoring, Editorial Management, technical writing, and translating complex ecological data into actionable insights.

Governance & Leadership: Corporate Governance, Business Ethics, NGO Leadership, and strategic sustainability consulting.

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Experience

About me

2023 – Present Vice Chair, Internal Audit Panel – ACCA UK

​Contribute to the advancement of the internal audit profession by writing thought‑leadership articles, organising and participating in podcast interviews, and developing and facilitating expert roundtables on emerging audit issues. Provide informed responses to consultations on internal audit policy, practice developments, and evolving regulatory frameworks, ensuring ACCA’s voice reflects high standards of governance and professional integrity. Actively promote the profile of internal audit through public engagement, knowledge‑sharing, and advocacy that strengthens awareness of the function’s strategic value across organisations.

2019 - Present EU Climate Pact Ambassador

Led the development of multiple UNGA workshops and virtual conferences, authored several research papers on climate governance and accounting, and created the Positive Energy District Navigator to support community‑centred climate action and sustainable urban transitions.

2017 – Present CEO NET Africa – Brussels, Belgium (Headquarters)

Working Groups, Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Facilitating working groups, workshops and roundtable discussions with key stakeholders to understand their priorities, data needs, and areas for capacity building.

 

Data Collection, Analysis, and Interpretation

Designing and overseeing data collection strategies, ensuring data quality, integrity, and relevance to African and European contexts. Use data to refine and adjust metrics, ensuring they remain relevant as sustainability conditions and regional priorities evolve.

 

Book Series

This book series emerges from my work as a climate governance and accounting researcher, where I examine the deep structural blind spots that allow climate loss and damage to remain uncounted—and therefore unprotected—within modern financial systems. At its core, the project interrogates the political economy of accounting: the ways legitimacy, institutional lock‑in, and power shape what societies choose to measure, value, and preserve.

Capacity Building and Training

Designing and delivering training programs on sustainability metrics for government bodies, corporations, and NGOs to enhance local data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with academic institutions and research organizations to build knowledge and awareness of sustainability metrics.

 

Policy and Compliance Support

To ensure metrics align with compliance requirements and standards, including those set by African and international sustainability frameworks (e.g., the African Union, GRI, SASB). Monitor policy developments and adjust metrics to meet evolving regulatory standards.

2013-2017 - Tree Surveyor - Observer Tree 

​Experienced tree surveyor with strong skills in species identification, condition assessment, and accurate geo‑referenced data recording. Delivered consistent, high‑quality field observations to support ecological monitoring, land‑use planning, and long‑term environmental datasets.

 

2002 – Present Property Management  - UK

 

Financial Reporting: Meticulous tracking and reporting of rental income, allowable deductions, and expenses to ensure precise tax compliance.

Tax Optimization: Strategic categorization of expenses, such as repairs, mortgage interest, utilities, and property insurance, to maximize tax savings.

Property Maintenance and Upkeep: Proactive scheduling of regular property inspections and prompt coordination of necessary repairs and maintenance.

Vendor Management: Efficient liaison with contractors to facilitate timely and cost-effective repairs and upgrades. Budgetary Oversight: Rigorous management of property budgets to ensure optimal financial performance.

Qualifications and education

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New Book Series - September 2026
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