Kelley Kizzier

About

Kelley Kizzier

Kelley Kizzier is a fellow at the Bezos Earth Fund. She was formerly the Vice President of Global Climate at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). Kelley is a renowned expert on European and international climate policy and served as the European Union’s (EU) lead markets negotiator in the International Climate Negotiations for 14 years.

Professional Experience

Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)

• Vice President of Global Climate

European Commission’s Directorate General Clima (2010-2017)

• Designed and implemented EU policy on:

* International carbon credits

* Aviation

* Maritime

* Land use, land use change, and forestry (LULUCF)

* Non-Emissions Trading System targets

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Ireland (2004-2010)

• Senior Manager implementing EU and International Climate Policy
• Served as the country’s Focal Point for the Clean Development Mechanism and Joint Implementation

Independent Consultant

• Clients included:

* Government of Ontario

* Western Climate Initiative

* World Bank

* European Commission

* Center for Climate and Energy Solutions

Notable Achievements

• Lead markets negotiator for the EU in International Climate Negotiations for 14 years

Kelley Kizzier's extensive experience and expertise in climate policy have made her a significant figure in both European and international climate initiatives.