Key Impact Points: Strategic Leadership in Sustainability Westpac has appointed Fiona Wild as its new Chief Sustainability Officer, signaling the company’s strengthened focus on climate action, biodiversity, Indigenous engagement, and human rights. Wild emphasized the urgency of climate action: “If we are to address the issue of climate change at
H.E. Ambassador Ilana Seid, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Palau to the United Nations, has recently assumed the prominent role of Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS). Ambassador Seid’s distinguished background in global finance uniquely positions her to champion investment strategies aimed at achieving resilience and
Key Impact Points: New Leadership Strengthens Sustainability One Earth has announced the appointment of Will Peterffy to its Board of Directors. As Founder and CEO of One Small Planet, Peterffy brings a robust track record in sustainability-focused business practices and innovative financial solutions aimed at environmental health. Peterffy stated: “Since
Key Impact Points: A New Nuclear Vision Jacob DeWitte, co-founder and CEO of Oklo Inc., firmly positions nuclear energy as the definitive long-term solution to global energy challenges. Founded in 2013, Oklo develops innovative small nuclear reactors aimed at delivering cheap, clean, and abundant power. According to DeWitte, nuclear power
Key Impact Points: A Challenging Environment International Women’s Day 2025 arrives at a challenging moment for gender equality and climate action. The Trump administration’s recent stance has intensified obstacles, cutting back support for diversity initiatives and withdrawing from international climate commitments. Mafalda Duarte, executive director of the Green Climate Fund,
Key Impact Points: Leadership Strengthens Puro.earth’s Expansion Puro.earth, a leading carbon-crediting platform, has announced new leadership appointments to accelerate carbon dioxide removal (CDR) at scale. Jan-Willem Bode has been appointed President, while Antti Vihavainen, co-founder and former CEO, will serve as Vice Chairman. Additionally, Ellen Brouwer has been named Co-Head
Key Takeaways Strengthening Sustainable Investment in EMEA BlackRock has named Louise Kooy-Henckel as the EMEA Head of Sustainable and Transition Solutions (STS). Based in London, she will report to Global Head of STS Helen Lees-Jones and lead efforts to expand BlackRock’s sustainable investment strategies in the region. In an internal
Key Takeaways: Strengthening Global Climate Advisory South Pole, a leading carbon asset developer and climate consultancy, has appointed Dara Olufon as Co-Head of its Global Climate Advisory arm. Olufon, previously a Partner at McKinsey’s UK office, will assume the role in March 2025. He co-leads the division alongside Franziska Sinner,
Key Impact Points: A Leader in Sustainable Business Transformation Julia Binder is a leading voice in sustainable business innovation, recognized on the Thinkers50 Radar 2022 list. She serves as Professor of Sustainable Innovation and Business Transformation at IMD and directs the Creating Value in the Circular Economy program. Her work
Key Impact Points: Driving Mars’ Sustainability Agenda Mars, Incorporated, maker of Pedigree, M&M’s, and Ben’s Original, has announced Alastair Child as its new Chief Sustainability Officer. Child, currently VP of Global Sustainability at Mars Snacking, will take charge on February 3, 2025, leading the company’s overarching sustainability strategy. Child will
