Alexia Kelly

Alexia Kelly is the Managing Director of the Carbon Policy and Markets Initiative (CPMI) at the High Tide Foundation. The CPMI aims to accelerate ambitious climate action and capital mobilization by establishing robust rules and guidance for voluntary corporate action and disclosures. Additionally, it focuses on building the next generation of high-integrity carbon and environmental services markets.

Professional Background

Alexia has over 17 years of experience working at the intersection of policy and finance to address the climate crisis. Her career includes significant roles in both the public and private sectors:

• Netflix: As Director of Net Zero + Nature, she led the company’s inaugural greenhouse gas inventory, renewable energy strategy, Science Based Target, and global carbon credit portfolio.
• U.S. Department of State: Served as the lead negotiator to the UNFCCC on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
• World Resources Institute
• The David and Lucille Packard Foundation
• The Climate Trust
• Private Equity

Education and Board Memberships

Alexia holds multiple degrees from the University of Oregon:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
• Master in Community and Regional Planning (MCRP)

She also serves on multiple non-profit boards, contributing her expertise to various environmental and climate-focused organizations.