The Climate Group

Overview

The Climate Group (now often branded as Climate Group) is an international non-profit organisation focused on driving climate action by governments and businesses. Founded in 2004, it works to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, climate-resilient world.

Role

• Convenor of major climate leadership coalitions and events, including Climate Week NYC.
• Runs initiatives that mobilise subnational governments and companies to adopt ambitious climate and clean energy targets.

Link to This Brain

• Former CEO: Mark Kenber, during which he helped shape corporate and subnational climate leadership platforms.
• Relevant for understanding how advocacy, coalition-building and public commitments interact with carbon markets and climate finance.