Key Impact Points: Transforming Finance for Sustainability Christy Zakarias, Climate Risk Vice President at Barclays in London, ensures the bank’s $2.5 trillion portfolio aligns with a net zero future. Her role involves analyzing data from over 100 executives for the bank’s annual reports to drive sustainable capital flow. “The sustainable
Key Impact Points: Championing Change at Deloitte Deloitte’s WorldClimate program empowers its people to take action for a sustainable future. At the center of this effort is a community of Climate Champions driving meaningful change. Claire Galineau, Associate Director in Deloitte’s UK Tax and Legal practice, stands out as a
Key Impact Points: A Visionary in Climate Tech Investment At just 28 years old, Hannah Friedman is making waves in the venture capital and climate tech sectors. As the Founding Principal of Planeteer Capital, she is working to raise $75 million to support pre-seed climate startups focused on innovative solutions
Key Impact Points: Driving Sustainability Through LEED Certifications Alex Authie, Associate of Energy and Sustainability at AMA Group in California, has made remarkable strides in sustainable engineering. From retail spaces to towering office buildings, his certifications of millions of square feet in LEED projects have led to nearly 24 gigawatts
Key Impact Points: Inspiring Change Through Innovation The UNCCD’s 2024 Land Heroes showcase groundbreaking solutions to combat desertification. These leaders, all under 35, are using their expertise to protect land, restore ecosystems, and empower communities globally. Mali: Rokiatou Traoré A “green entrepreneur,” Rokiatou has trained 100 women to create products
Key Impact Points: Dedicated to Human Development Asha Richards, an advocate for global human development, leverages her Jamaican migrant upbringing to fight inequality and empower marginalized communities. As Executive Assistant at the Mayors Migration Council since March 2024, she plays a pivotal role in shaping policies that benefit migrants worldwide.
In the world of climate diplomacy, where patience, precision, and persistence are the currency of progress, Nathalie Flores has emerged as one of the most respected and transformative leaders within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Her recent re-election as Vice Chair of the Subsidiary Body for
Key Impact Points: Empowering Young Leaders for Sustainable Innovation The SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals, part of the UN Global Compact network, offers an invaluable nine-month opportunity for young talent in participating companies to lead and innovate. This initiative is set to propel young professionals into action, aligning their
Key Impact Points: Early Initiatives in Environmental Education At just 17, Isidora Riquelme demonstrated remarkable leadership by creating Plan B, the first environmental education system in Latin America. This initiative laid the groundwork for her ongoing commitment to environmental education and advocacy. Innovation in Climate Resilience By 21, Riquelme co-founded
3 Key Impact Points: Tina Mareko: Rising Star in Climate Education and Advocacy Tina Mareko, a dedicated climate change educator and ocean researcher, is making significant strides in climate change adaptation and disaster risk management. She is currently developing educational materials and courses to bolster local capacity in Samoa, including
