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SDG News Rising Star: Julia Binder Leads Sustainable Business Innovation

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 bridges sustainability and business, guiding […]

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Alastair Child: New Chief Sustainability Officer for Mars

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 spearhead Mars’ efforts under its […]

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Rising Star: Sophia Kianni, Founder of Climate Cardinals

Key Impact Points: A Trailblazer in Climate Activism Sophia Kianni, an Iranian-American social entrepreneur, is reshaping global climate activism. At 23 years old, Kianni is the founder of Climate Cardinals, the largest youth-led climate nonprofit, boasting over 16,000 volunteers across 80+ countries. Inspired by her experience translating climate content for Persian-speaking relatives, she launched the […]

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Rising Star of the Week: Edward Freer, Sustainability Communications Lead at the LSEG

Key Impact Points: Celebrating Sustainability Leadership Edward Freer, Sustainability Communications Lead at LSEG, earned a spot in the 2024 Trellis Group 30 Under 30 list (formerly GreenBiz 30 Under 30). This accolade celebrates young changemakers tackling climate challenges within the world’s largest organizations. Edward Freer expressed his gratitude on social media:“Delighted to have been named […]

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Rising Star: Christy Zakarias Leads Barclays’ $2.5 Trillion Climate Risk Assessment

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 transition requires capital, and it […]

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Deloitte’s Claire Galineau Leads Climate Action with Tax and Sustainability Expertise

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 leader. As Climate Lead, she […]

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Hannah Friedman: Raising $75 Million to Power Pre-Seed Climate Tech Innovation

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 such as carbon removal from […]

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Alex Authie: SDG News Rising Star of the Week

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 in electricity savings. Authie shared, […]

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Spotlight: Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment, Panama

Back in 1994, Time magazine named Juan Carlos Navarro one of the 100 most promising young leaders on the planet. Thirty years later, that bold prediction has proven remarkably accurate. In November, Navarro was honored by Business Insider in their annual Climate Action list, highlighting 15 global trailblazers driving the fight against climate change. It’s […]

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Asha Richards: Rising Star Advocating for Global Human Development

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. “Asha’s journey reflects her unwavering […]

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