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ALL OUR SPEAKERS TO DATE
Here’s to all the incredible change makers that have taken the time to join us at The Extreme Hangout stage. The environmentalists, the presidents, prime ministers, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors, adventures, athletes, astronauts, musicians, artists, policymakers, producers, presenters, industrialists, teachers, ministers, leaders, social influencers and you tubers. It is the passion and effort of everyone here that is helping popularise the climate movement and inspire environmental action. A massive thank you.
SPEAKERS AND STORYTELLERS
Paul Dickinson
Founder of CDP
He founded CDP in 2000 with an ambition of creating a global economic system that operates within sustainable environmental boundaries and prevents dangerous climate change. CDP represents institutional investors with assets of over US$130 trillion and uses this investor authority to persuade companies to disclose and manage their environmental impacts. In addition, CDP represents the purchasing power of over 200 corporations with aggregate purchasing spend of over $5 trillion. In response to this enormous financial authority, over 18,700 large companies representing over 60% of global market capitalization disclosed data regarding climate change as well as other environmental information covering water security, deforestation and biodiversity through CDP in 2022. This is in addition to the over 1,000 major cities, states and regions that disclosed, making CDP’s platform one of the richest sources of information globally on how companies and governments are driving environmental change. CDP data is purchased by Bloomberg, FTSE, MSCI, Moody’s and many other financial services providers as well as academics and NGOs.
He founded CDP in 2000 with an ambition of creating a global economic system that operates within sustainable environmental boundaries and prevents dangerous climate change. CDP represents institutional investors with assets of over US$130 trillion and uses this investor authority to persuade companies to disclose and manage their environmental impacts. In addition, CDP represents the purchasing power of over 200 corporations with aggregate purchasing spend of over $5 trillion. In response to this enormous financial authority, over 18,700 large companies representing over 60% of global market capitalization disclosed data regarding climate change as well as other environmental information covering water security, deforestation and biodiversity through CDP in 2022. This is in addition to the over 1,000 major cities, states and regions that disclosed, making CDP’s platform one of the richest sources of information globally on how companies and governments are driving environmental change. CDP data is purchased by Bloomberg, FTSE, MSCI, Moody’s and many other financial services providers as well as academics and NGOs.
Fiona Macklin
Senior Advisor - Groundswell
Fiona is a Senior Advisor to Groundswell, a joint project by the Bezos Earth Fund, Global Optimism, and the Systems Change Lab. Groundswell supports a diverse and distributed chorus of voices to shape a narrative of courage and possibility, which essentially says: it’s not too late to achieve our Paris goals. Previously, Fiona managed the Race to Zero campaign as part of the Climate Champions' team. She holds a Masters in International Development Studies from the University of Melbourne, following her Bachelors at the University of
Cambridge.
Fiona is a Senior Advisor to Groundswell, a joint project by the Bezos Earth Fund, Global Optimism, and the Systems Change Lab. Groundswell supports a diverse and distributed chorus of voices to shape a narrative of courage and possibility, which essentially says: it’s not too late to achieve our Paris goals. Previously, Fiona managed the Race to Zero campaign as part of the Climate Champions' team. She holds a Masters in International Development Studies from the University of Melbourne, following her Bachelors at the University of
Cambridge.
Emma Cox
Partner, Global Climate Leader
Emma is PwC UK’s Head of Purpose and leads the Sustainability & Climate Change team, which advises private and public sector clients and international institutions on the development and implementation of their sustainability strategy, reporting and assurance.
The UK team consists of 4 partners and over 100 staff who work with a broad range of UK, multinational corporate clients and International Development Programmes. Emma has a particular focus on cities and urbanisation and has worked on a wide range of infrastructure advisory projects.
Emma joined PwC in 1990 after graduating in Engineering from Cambridge, then trained as a chartered accountant
and worked as an auditor for a wide range of companies in transaction services. She was also People Partner for the firm's Advisory division, responsible for all aspects of people policy and performance and a longstanding member of the firm's Diversity Council.
Emma is PwC UK’s Head of Purpose and leads the Sustainability & Climate Change team, which advises private and public sector clients and international institutions on the development and implementation of their sustainability strategy, reporting and assurance.
The UK team consists of 4 partners and over 100 staff who work with a broad range of UK, multinational corporate clients and International Development Programmes. Emma has a particular focus on cities and urbanisation and has worked on a wide range of infrastructure advisory projects.
Emma joined PwC in 1990 after graduating in Engineering from Cambridge, then trained as a chartered accountant
and worked as an auditor for a wide range of companies in transaction services. She was also People Partner for the firm's Advisory division, responsible for all aspects of people policy and performance and a longstanding member of the firm's Diversity Council.
Dr Mae-Ling Lokko
Assistant Professor, Founder Yale School of Architecture, Yale CEA, Willow Technologies
Dr. Mae-ling Lokko is an Assistant Professor at Yale University’s School of Architecture and Yale's Center for Ecosystems in Architecture (Yale CEA). She is an architectural scientist, designer and educator from Ghana and the Philippines whose work focuses on the upcycling of agrowaste and biopolymer materials. Her research integrates a broad range of technical, environmental, social and cultural criteria to evolve contemporary material-value systems and accelerate business models for upcycling between the Global North and South. Lokko is the founder of Willow Technologies, Ltd. focused on the research, design and development of biobased building materials. Lokko was the Director for the Building Sciences Program and Assistant Professor at Rensselaer’s School of Architecture from 2018-2021. Lokko’s recent projects have been exhibited globally including the Museum of Modern Art, New York; Stedelijk Museum, Netherlands; Museum of the Future, Dubai; Z33 House for Contemporary Art, Design and Architecture, Belgium and Somerset House; London.
Dr. Mae-ling Lokko is an Assistant Professor at Yale University’s School of Architecture and Yale's Center for Ecosystems in Architecture (Yale CEA). She is an architectural scientist, designer and educator from Ghana and the Philippines whose work focuses on the upcycling of agrowaste and biopolymer materials. Her research integrates a broad range of technical, environmental, social and cultural criteria to evolve contemporary material-value systems and accelerate business models for upcycling between the Global North and South. Lokko is the founder of Willow Technologies, Ltd. focused on the research, design and development of biobased building materials. Lokko was the Director for the Building Sciences Program and Assistant Professor at Rensselaer’s School of Architecture from 2018-2021. Lokko’s recent projects have been exhibited globally including the Museum of Modern Art, New York; Stedelijk Museum, Netherlands; Museum of the Future, Dubai; Z33 House for Contemporary Art, Design and Architecture, Belgium and Somerset House; London.
Kidus Asfaw
CEO and Co-Founder of Build Kubik
Kidus is the co-founder and CEO of Kubik - an environmental tech company turning hard-to-recycle plastic waste into low-carbon, low-cost buildings.
Kubik’s mission is to build dignity through clean and affordable living for all - a vision that gave it the honor of Africa’s Startup of the Year.
Previously, Kidus led on technology and innovation initiatives for UNICEF. As the organizations first global
product manager, he led UNICEF's open source projects, with over 40 country deployments to support some of the largest and most criticalprogrammers to improve the lives of children. Kidus has also worked for the World Bank, Accenture, and Google.
He has an MPA from Princeton University, and studied Biomedical Engineering from Duke University. He lives
in Nairobi.
Kidus is the co-founder and CEO of Kubik - an environmental tech company turning hard-to-recycle plastic waste into low-carbon, low-cost buildings.
Kubik’s mission is to build dignity through clean and affordable living for all - a vision that gave it the honor of Africa’s Startup of the Year.
Previously, Kidus led on technology and innovation initiatives for UNICEF. As the organizations first global
product manager, he led UNICEF's open source projects, with over 40 country deployments to support some of the largest and most criticalprogrammers to improve the lives of children. Kidus has also worked for the World Bank, Accenture, and Google.
He has an MPA from Princeton University, and studied Biomedical Engineering from Duke University. He lives
in Nairobi.
Simone Mangili
Executive Director of Carbon Neutral Cities
As Executive Director of the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance (CNCA), Simone leads CNCA’s strategic development and initiatives aimed at supporting member cities in driving innovation and setting the course for climate-neutral cities worldwide. Having worked widely in the US, Europe and the Middle East on a broad range of initiatives aimed at securing just and climate-positive futures, Simone has over 20 years of experience across local government, nonprofits and the private sector. His passion is working with cities, stakeholders and communities at the nexus of climate change and sustainability with a strong commitment to social equity and regenerative approaches. Simone is a Visiting Fellow with the German Marshall Fund of the United States Cities Program, led sustainability and climate policy in the Mayor’s office of the City of Torino, implemented strategic planning processes for urban and metropolitan areas in Italy, and managed urban redevelopment, place-making and resilience projects across geographies.
As Executive Director of the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance (CNCA), Simone leads CNCA’s strategic development and initiatives aimed at supporting member cities in driving innovation and setting the course for climate-neutral cities worldwide. Having worked widely in the US, Europe and the Middle East on a broad range of initiatives aimed at securing just and climate-positive futures, Simone has over 20 years of experience across local government, nonprofits and the private sector. His passion is working with cities, stakeholders and communities at the nexus of climate change and sustainability with a strong commitment to social equity and regenerative approaches. Simone is a Visiting Fellow with the German Marshall Fund of the United States Cities Program, led sustainability and climate policy in the Mayor’s office of the City of Torino, implemented strategic planning processes for urban and metropolitan areas in Italy, and managed urban redevelopment, place-making and resilience projects across geographies.
Catriona Brady
Director of Strategy and Development at the World Green Building Council
As Director of Strategy and Development at the World Green Building Council, Catriona manages global programmes for the World Green Building Council network, consisting of 77 national member councils who represent a combined network of 46,000 member organisations. Her areas of specialism in the green building field include circular economy, health, equity and resilience, and she oversees the strategy and delivery of four global programmes at WorldGBC (Advancing Net Zero, Better Places for People, Circularity Accelerator and Sustainable Finance).
Catriona has authored a number of notable industry publications, regularly speaks at high level events amd conferences, and serves on a number of expert taskforces across areas of sustainability.
Prior to joining the World Green Building Council in May 2018, Catriona worked in environmental consultancy and as a secondary school Geography teacher. Originally from the Glasgow, she is currently based in London, United Kingdom.
As Director of Strategy and Development at the World Green Building Council, Catriona manages global programmes for the World Green Building Council network, consisting of 77 national member councils who represent a combined network of 46,000 member organisations. Her areas of specialism in the green building field include circular economy, health, equity and resilience, and she oversees the strategy and delivery of four global programmes at WorldGBC (Advancing Net Zero, Better Places for People, Circularity Accelerator and Sustainable Finance).
Catriona has authored a number of notable industry publications, regularly speaks at high level events amd conferences, and serves on a number of expert taskforces across areas of sustainability.
Prior to joining the World Green Building Council in May 2018, Catriona worked in environmental consultancy and as a secondary school Geography teacher. Originally from the Glasgow, she is currently based in London, United Kingdom.
Paul Polman
Business leader, campaigner, co-author of "Net Positive"
Paul Polman works to accelerate action by business to tackle climate change and inequality.
As CEO of Unilever (2009-2019), Paul demonstrated that business can profit through purpose, marrying a long-term, multi-stakeholder model with excellent financial performance. During Paul’s tenure, shareholders saw their returns increase by 290% while the company consistently ranked 1st in the world for sustainability.
Today Paul works across a range of organisations to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which he helped develop. This includes his work to drive systems change with Systemiq and bold new industry coalitions, including in fashion and food. He leads the UN Global Compact, is an Ambassador for the Race to Zero, and works to develop our next generation of leaders, through the Oxford University Saïd Business School, INSEAD, One Young World and others.Paul’s actively campaigns on a range of human rights issues, including promoting disability inclusion through the Valuable 500 and the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, which he set up with his wife Kim. Follow him on twitter and sign up to receive his newsletter here.More on www.paulpolman.com
Paul Polman works to accelerate action by business to tackle climate change and inequality.
As CEO of Unilever (2009-2019), Paul demonstrated that business can profit through purpose, marrying a long-term, multi-stakeholder model with excellent financial performance. During Paul’s tenure, shareholders saw their returns increase by 290% while the company consistently ranked 1st in the world for sustainability.
Today Paul works across a range of organisations to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which he helped develop. This includes his work to drive systems change with Systemiq and bold new industry coalitions, including in fashion and food. He leads the UN Global Compact, is an Ambassador for the Race to Zero, and works to develop our next generation of leaders, through the Oxford University Saïd Business School, INSEAD, One Young World and others.Paul’s actively campaigns on a range of human rights issues, including promoting disability inclusion through the Valuable 500 and the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, which he set up with his wife Kim. Follow him on twitter and sign up to receive his newsletter here.More on www.paulpolman.com
Anna Stanley
Climate Transparency at World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Anna leads the climate transparency work at the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) – a CEO-led organization of over 200 visionary businesses working to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world. She most recently built-up the Partnership for Carbon Transparency (PACT), bringing together stakeholders from across the public and private sector to enhance climate accountability and enable more targeted decarbonization action through the sharing of emissions data across value chains. Prior to this, Anna co-created the Seaweed for Europe coalition at sustainability think tank and consultancy firm SYSTEMIQ, seeking to transform the European industry and unlock the environmental benefits of this hidden ocean champion.
Anna is a One Young World Ambassador and was selected as one of 50 leaders under 40 who are contributing to the acceleration of the environmental and social transition in France by Le Point / Cercle de Giverny. She graduated from the University of Cambridge with a MA (Hons) in History and Management Studies before going on to qualify and work as a lawyer in the UK and Germany. Anna also spent several years at McKinsey & Company, advising on a range of sustainability topics.
Anna leads the climate transparency work at the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) – a CEO-led organization of over 200 visionary businesses working to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world. She most recently built-up the Partnership for Carbon Transparency (PACT), bringing together stakeholders from across the public and private sector to enhance climate accountability and enable more targeted decarbonization action through the sharing of emissions data across value chains. Prior to this, Anna co-created the Seaweed for Europe coalition at sustainability think tank and consultancy firm SYSTEMIQ, seeking to transform the European industry and unlock the environmental benefits of this hidden ocean champion.
Anna is a One Young World Ambassador and was selected as one of 50 leaders under 40 who are contributing to the acceleration of the environmental and social transition in France by Le Point / Cercle de Giverny. She graduated from the University of Cambridge with a MA (Hons) in History and Management Studies before going on to qualify and work as a lawyer in the UK and Germany. Anna also spent several years at McKinsey & Company, advising on a range of sustainability topics.
Fabio Friscia
Adolescent and Youth Manager at UNICEF
Fabio Friscia works at UNICEF as a global Youth Manager, supporting youth engagement in UNICEF programmes on
climate change, education and protection at global level. His area of focus includes building capacities of young leaders on advocacy and strengthening of youth organizations, developing tools and standards for youth engagement, providing technical assistance and capacity building to UNICEF staff, building partnerships with youth-led organizations.
Fabio Friscia works at UNICEF as a global Youth Manager, supporting youth engagement in UNICEF programmes on
climate change, education and protection at global level. His area of focus includes building capacities of young leaders on advocacy and strengthening of youth organizations, developing tools and standards for youth engagement, providing technical assistance and capacity building to UNICEF staff, building partnerships with youth-led organizations.
Brett Peters
Global TikTok for Good
Brett Peters is the Global Lead, TikTok for Good at TikTok. Brett leads the design and executionof TikTok's global in-app social impact content programs that elevate the important work nonprofits and social impact creators are doing on the platform. Prior to TikTok, Brett spent nearly a decade in the nonprofit space, having helped launch the It Gets Better Project in its infancy and eventually oversaw its original content strategy and development of brand and media partnerships.
Brett Peters is the Global Lead, TikTok for Good at TikTok. Brett leads the design and executionof TikTok's global in-app social impact content programs that elevate the important work nonprofits and social impact creators are doing on the platform. Prior to TikTok, Brett spent nearly a decade in the nonprofit space, having helped launch the It Gets Better Project in its infancy and eventually oversaw its original content strategy and development of brand and media partnerships.
Donia Abi Nassif
TikTok MENA Content Ops
I'm a partnership manager for Education at TikTok. I work closely with differrent Educational partners in the GCC and Levant region and equip them with the expertise to grow their presence in app. I have a Bechelor Degree in Nurtition, a teaching diploma and a masters in International Business with a minor in Marketing. Prior to TikTok I co-founded a learning platform, and also taught at a school in Dubai. My passion for Education stems in everything I do, and I carry it with me in all efforts.
I'm a partnership manager for Education at TikTok. I work closely with differrent Educational partners in the GCC and Levant region and equip them with the expertise to grow their presence in app. I have a Bechelor Degree in Nurtition, a teaching diploma and a masters in International Business with a minor in Marketing. Prior to TikTok I co-founded a learning platform, and also taught at a school in Dubai. My passion for Education stems in everything I do, and I carry it with me in all efforts.
Hisham Baeshen
Creator (chef and food)
Hisham Baeshen: A chef and food content creator, with traditional and popular food and populars around the world. The journey begins in 2014 with daily photos and blogs about food.
In 2015 he moved to video blogging regarding food and recipes. He has won many titles and awards in Social media, the latest one was (the best Cooking content creator) from Tiktok. Now he
is considered one of the most prominent international brand ambassadors and an owner for one of the most famous Saudi restaurants in Riyadh.
Hisham Baeshen: A chef and food content creator, with traditional and popular food and populars around the world. The journey begins in 2014 with daily photos and blogs about food.
In 2015 he moved to video blogging regarding food and recipes. He has won many titles and awards in Social media, the latest one was (the best Cooking content creator) from Tiktok. Now he
is considered one of the most prominent international brand ambassadors and an owner for one of the most famous Saudi restaurants in Riyadh.
Soli Bolita
Creator (family)
I'm a millennial trying to find his way through this modern days. I've been everything you could imagine, a former bureaucrat, a lawyer, and financial specialist.
After years in Mexico's financial sector, ensuring bankers' prosperity, I sought more meaningful fulfillment beyond fiscal success. So I decided to leave all that behind and to advocate to
something that I felt that could make a real change in someone else life.
That's how I decided to focus on raising my children, and to spread a positive word through TikTok
I'm a millennial trying to find his way through this modern days. I've been everything you could imagine, a former bureaucrat, a lawyer, and financial specialist.
After years in Mexico's financial sector, ensuring bankers' prosperity, I sought more meaningful fulfillment beyond fiscal success. So I decided to leave all that behind and to advocate to
something that I felt that could make a real change in someone else life.
That's how I decided to focus on raising my children, and to spread a positive word through TikTok
Destinee Wray
Creator (beauty)
Destinee is a 19 year old natural hair influencer and self taught makeup artist. Destinee is a hair beauty influencer who expresses herself through hair and makeup. Her main goal is to
create content, in hopes that young girls will begin to see the beauty in their hair. Destinee loves to connect and talk to her supporters on Tiktok and Instagram. She strives to make content that educates and entertains her audience through tutorials, funny videos, and dancing.
Destinee is a 19 year old natural hair influencer and self taught makeup artist. Destinee is a hair beauty influencer who expresses herself through hair and makeup. Her main goal is to
create content, in hopes that young girls will begin to see the beauty in their hair. Destinee loves to connect and talk to her supporters on Tiktok and Instagram. She strives to make content that educates and entertains her audience through tutorials, funny videos, and dancing.
Ana Beatriz Brito da Silva
Creator (beauty)
My name is Bia Araújo, I'm 21 years old, I currently live in Rio Branco, Acre and I love cooking. I learned several of things by myself, but in the beginning of this year I decided to acquire more knowledge and started a gastronomy course in the city of São Paulo. My story on the internet began in 2019, the year I recorded my first videos, and since then my focus has been to grow more and more, both in the production of the dishes and in the virtual space, delivering quality content to everyone who appreciates my work.
My name is Bia Araújo, I'm 21 years old, I currently live in Rio Branco, Acre and I love cooking. I learned several of things by myself, but in the beginning of this year I decided to acquire more knowledge and started a gastronomy course in the city of São Paulo. My story on the internet began in 2019, the year I recorded my first videos, and since then my focus has been to grow more and more, both in the production of the dishes and in the virtual space, delivering quality content to everyone who appreciates my work.
Carolina Schwab
Patrick Holden
Founder and CEO at Sustainable Food Trust
Harry Acheampong
UK Youth PM
In March 2023, Harry Acheampong, now 12 years old, was appointed the first UK Children’s Parliament Prime Minister.
He is a passionate advocate of climate change and technology. Prior to his appointment, he was a member of the select committee for water management and sustainability of the Children’s Parliament, where the committee grilled water bosses at the Houses of Parliament in October 2022.
Harry spoke at the United Nations World Water in March 2023. He has been working with Football for Peace to ensure their message of water management and sustainability reaches every
home in the UK.
He hosted an event on the 19th of April at the House of Lord together with Baroness Uddin and Anna Firth to discuss the Metaverse and Web 3.0.
He called on policymakers and regulators to ensure children's safety with this technology. He continued, ‘Let us not walk into the dark’.
In March 2023, Harry Acheampong, now 12 years old, was appointed the first UK Children’s Parliament Prime Minister.
He is a passionate advocate of climate change and technology. Prior to his appointment, he was a member of the select committee for water management and sustainability of the Children’s Parliament, where the committee grilled water bosses at the Houses of Parliament in October 2022.
Harry spoke at the United Nations World Water in March 2023. He has been working with Football for Peace to ensure their message of water management and sustainability reaches every
home in the UK.
He hosted an event on the 19th of April at the House of Lord together with Baroness Uddin and Anna Firth to discuss the Metaverse and Web 3.0.
He called on policymakers and regulators to ensure children's safety with this technology. He continued, ‘Let us not walk into the dark’.
Johan Rockström
Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam
Johan Rockström is Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam. He is an internationally recognized scientist on global sustainability issues and led the development of the Planetary Boundaries framework for human development in the current era of rapid global change. Professor Rockström is a leading scientist on global water resources, with more than 25 years experience in applied water research in tropical regions, and more than 150 research publications in fields ranging from applied land and water management to global sustainability. He is i.a. member of European Commission expert group: Mission Board for adaptation to climate change including societal transformation, chair of the Earth Commission, Chief Scientist of Conservation International, and elected member of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.
Johan Rockström is Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam. He is an internationally recognized scientist on global sustainability issues and led the development of the Planetary Boundaries framework for human development in the current era of rapid global change. Professor Rockström is a leading scientist on global water resources, with more than 25 years experience in applied water research in tropical regions, and more than 150 research publications in fields ranging from applied land and water management to global sustainability. He is i.a. member of European Commission expert group: Mission Board for adaptation to climate change including societal transformation, chair of the Earth Commission, Chief Scientist of Conservation International, and elected member of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.
Jean Oelwang
Founding CEO of Virgin Unite
Jean is a Collaborations Architect and the founding CEO of Virgin Unite. Over the last 19 years, she has worked with partners to lead the incubation and start-up of several global initiatives, including: The Elders, The B Team, The Carbon War Room, The Africa Donor Collective, Ocean Unite (now ORRAA), The Caribbean Climate Smart Accelerator, 100% Human at Work, and several others.
Jean spent seventeen years helping lead mobile phone companies in South Africa, Colombia, Bulgaria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US. She was the joint CEO of Virgin Mobile in Australia prior to starting Virgin Unite.
She co-founded the not-for-profit Plus Wonder to spark more meaningful deep connections and collaborations in the world. She is the author of the new book, Partnering.
Jean is a Collaborations Architect and the founding CEO of Virgin Unite. Over the last 19 years, she has worked with partners to lead the incubation and start-up of several global initiatives, including: The Elders, The B Team, The Carbon War Room, The Africa Donor Collective, Ocean Unite (now ORRAA), The Caribbean Climate Smart Accelerator, 100% Human at Work, and several others.
Jean spent seventeen years helping lead mobile phone companies in South Africa, Colombia, Bulgaria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US. She was the joint CEO of Virgin Mobile in Australia prior to starting Virgin Unite.
She co-founded the not-for-profit Plus Wonder to spark more meaningful deep connections and collaborations in the world. She is the author of the new book, Partnering.
Ian Theasby
Vegan Chefs and Co-Founders of BOSH! TV
BOSH! – Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs.
Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food.
In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion
views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers.
The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook
of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets.
Totally powered by plants, BOSH! create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
@bost.tv
BOSH! – Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs.
Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food.
In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion
views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers.
The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook
of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets.
Totally powered by plants, BOSH! create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
@bost.tv
Henry Firth
Vegan Chefs and Co-Founders of BOSH! TV
BOSH! – Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs.
Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food.
In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion
views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers.
The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook
of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets.
Totally powered by plants, BOSH! create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
@bost.tv
BOSH! – Henry Firth & Ian Theasby
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs.
Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food.
In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion
views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers.
The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook
of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets.
Totally powered by plants, BOSH! create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
@bost.tv
Paul King
CEO of Built By Nature
Paul is CEO of Built by Nature. Previously Paul was Managing Director, Sustainability and Social Impact, Lendlease Europe. He was the founding CEO of the UK Green Building Council. Before that he worked for WWF-UK as Director of Campaigns, Campaign Director for WWF's One Million Sustainable Homes campaign and co-founder of One Planet Living.
Paul was a trustee and Vice Chair of the Board of Centre for London, the city’s only dedicated think tank, and a director of BeOnsite, a not-for-profit focused on bringing unemployed people from disadvantaged backgrounds into sustained employment.
Paul was Chairman of the public/private sector Zero Carbon Hub and a member of the Zero Carbon Homes 2016 Task Force, established by the UK Government to translate the zero carbon homes policy ambition into reality. He was a member of the UK Government’s Green Construction Board and Chair of its Buildings Working Group. On an international level, he was a member of the Board of the World Green Building Council and Chair of the WorldGBC Europe Network.
Paul is CEO of Built by Nature. Previously Paul was Managing Director, Sustainability and Social Impact, Lendlease Europe. He was the founding CEO of the UK Green Building Council. Before that he worked for WWF-UK as Director of Campaigns, Campaign Director for WWF's One Million Sustainable Homes campaign and co-founder of One Planet Living.
Paul was a trustee and Vice Chair of the Board of Centre for London, the city’s only dedicated think tank, and a director of BeOnsite, a not-for-profit focused on bringing unemployed people from disadvantaged backgrounds into sustained employment.
Paul was Chairman of the public/private sector Zero Carbon Hub and a member of the Zero Carbon Homes 2016 Task Force, established by the UK Government to translate the zero carbon homes policy ambition into reality. He was a member of the UK Government’s Green Construction Board and Chair of its Buildings Working Group. On an international level, he was a member of the Board of the World Green Building Council and Chair of the WorldGBC Europe Network.
Dina Tilghman
Chief Communications & Marketing Officer
Dina leads RMI’s global communications and marketing team, which oversees the organization’s website and social channels, earned media outreach, events, and thought leadership. She also serves as a special advisor for Canary Media, an independent newsroom covering the energy transition powered by RMI.
Dina has spent her career communicating complex energy and environmental topics. One of the first graduates of Columbia University’s dual master’s program in Earth and Environmental Science Journalism, Dina spent 15 years as an award-winning environmental reporter for the Albany Times Union, Houston Chronicle, Congressional Quarterly, ClimateWire, and the Associated Press. She left journalism in 2015 to join Edelman, where as an Executive Vice President and Editorial Director she built and led an earned media and storytelling team and focused on helping clients communicate on sustainability issues.
Dina leads RMI’s global communications and marketing team, which oversees the organization’s website and social channels, earned media outreach, events, and thought leadership. She also serves as a special advisor for Canary Media, an independent newsroom covering the energy transition powered by RMI.
Dina has spent her career communicating complex energy and environmental topics. One of the first graduates of Columbia University’s dual master’s program in Earth and Environmental Science Journalism, Dina spent 15 years as an award-winning environmental reporter for the Albany Times Union, Houston Chronicle, Congressional Quarterly, ClimateWire, and the Associated Press. She left journalism in 2015 to join Edelman, where as an Executive Vice President and Editorial Director she built and led an earned media and storytelling team and focused on helping clients communicate on sustainability issues.
Nadine Zidani
Founder and CEO of Mena Impact
Nadine Zidani, founder of Dubai-based Mena Impact, is a distinguished sustainability and climate expert committed to embedding impact within organizations. Her comprehensive approach integrates Consulting, an Academy, a Hub, and a Think Tank, specifically concentrating on the MENA region.
A dynamic advocate for environmental and social causes, Nadine actively raises awareness through public speaking, impactful social media content, and hosting the Impact Talk podcast. Her multifaceted efforts significantly contribute to sustainability and foster positive societal change.
Nadine Zidani, founder of Dubai-based Mena Impact, is a distinguished sustainability and climate expert committed to embedding impact within organizations. Her comprehensive approach integrates Consulting, an Academy, a Hub, and a Think Tank, specifically concentrating on the MENA region.
A dynamic advocate for environmental and social causes, Nadine actively raises awareness through public speaking, impactful social media content, and hosting the Impact Talk podcast. Her multifaceted efforts significantly contribute to sustainability and foster positive societal change.
Prof Ahmad Taha
Head of the General Authority for Healthcare Accredication and Regulations
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hamid Taha, as the Chairman of the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation (GAHAR), brings over forty years of experience in medicine and healthcare education. He holds a Bachelor's degree, a Master's, and a Ph.D. in General Surgery from Kasr- El Ainy, Cairo University, and has completed fellowships in vascular surgery at prestigious institutions including the University of Amsterdam and the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland.
A leader in vascular surgery, he has published 38 papers and participated in over a hundred conferences and scientific events. His roles have included CEO of Cairo University Hospitals and Head of Vascular Surgery at the National Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology.
Dr. Taha also holds a professional Diploma in Healthcare and Hospital Management from the American University in Cairo. His profound contributions to the medical field are evident in his leadership, teaching, and extensive research, especially in the areas of vascular surgery and diabetic foot care.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hamid Taha, as the Chairman of the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation (GAHAR), brings over forty years of experience in medicine and healthcare education. He holds a Bachelor's degree, a Master's, and a Ph.D. in General Surgery from Kasr- El Ainy, Cairo University, and has completed fellowships in vascular surgery at prestigious institutions including the University of Amsterdam and the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland.
A leader in vascular surgery, he has published 38 papers and participated in over a hundred conferences and scientific events. His roles have included CEO of Cairo University Hospitals and Head of Vascular Surgery at the National Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology.
Dr. Taha also holds a professional Diploma in Healthcare and Hospital Management from the American University in Cairo. His profound contributions to the medical field are evident in his leadership, teaching, and extensive research, especially in the areas of vascular surgery and diabetic foot care.
Prof Steve Holt
Pure Health
Prof Stephen G. Holt, BSc MBBS PhD FRCP FRACP, is the Professor Director and CEO of SEHA Kidney Care (SKC) in Abu Dhabi and a Professor at Khalifa University. An acclaimed academic nephrologist, he possesses international expertise in dialysis therapies, transplantation, vascular pathology, and biochemistry, with a keen interest in clinical IT and environmental sustainability. Prof Holt has over 200 publications and a record of supervising significant research grants and higher degree projects.
Previously, he has held key roles at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Transplant Centre, University of Melbourne, Australia, and in various institutions across the UK, including the University of Sussex and Royal Sussex County Hospital, and the Royal Free and University College Hospitals.
Prof Stephen G. Holt, BSc MBBS PhD FRCP FRACP, is the Professor Director and CEO of SEHA Kidney Care (SKC) in Abu Dhabi and a Professor at Khalifa University. An acclaimed academic nephrologist, he possesses international expertise in dialysis therapies, transplantation, vascular pathology, and biochemistry, with a keen interest in clinical IT and environmental sustainability. Prof Holt has over 200 publications and a record of supervising significant research grants and higher degree projects.
Previously, he has held key roles at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Transplant Centre, University of Melbourne, Australia, and in various institutions across the UK, including the University of Sussex and Royal Sussex County Hospital, and the Royal Free and University College Hospitals.
Bassam Kaddissi
Chairman of Healthcare Sustainability in the Arab Hospitals Federation
As the Chairman of Healthcare Sustainability in the Arab Hospitals Federation (AHF), Dr. Bassam Kaddissi plays a pivotal role in shaping healthcare development in the MENA region. He brings over 20 years of expertise in the design and management of diverse healthcare, educational, and commercial projects across MENA. His current position as Senior Design Manager for Healthcare Architecture at Khatib & Alami in Beirut, Lebanon, sees him overseeing projects from conception to construction, with a focus on compliance with both North American and MENA standards. Additionally, he holds membership in the Syndicate of Architects and Engineers in Lebanon. His career is marked by a deep commitment to advancing healthcare architecture, particularly in teaching facilities, acute care units, and specialty clinics.
As the Chairman of Healthcare Sustainability in the Arab Hospitals Federation (AHF), Dr. Bassam Kaddissi plays a pivotal role in shaping healthcare development in the MENA region. He brings over 20 years of expertise in the design and management of diverse healthcare, educational, and commercial projects across MENA. His current position as Senior Design Manager for Healthcare Architecture at Khatib & Alami in Beirut, Lebanon, sees him overseeing projects from conception to construction, with a focus on compliance with both North American and MENA standards. Additionally, he holds membership in the Syndicate of Architects and Engineers in Lebanon. His career is marked by a deep commitment to advancing healthcare architecture, particularly in teaching facilities, acute care units, and specialty clinics.
Dr Imane Kendili
President of African Global Health
Dr. Imane Kendili is a highly accomplished and respected psychiatrist and addictologist who has made significant contributions to the field of addiction medicine. She is a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and a graduate of Hassan II University of Medicine and Ibn Rochd University Hospital in Casablanca.
Apart from being an addiction specialist, Dr. Kendili is also actively involved in several international civil action associations and learned societies. She is a founding member of AMUSS and FMSV and has served as the president of MAPA. Currently, Dr. Kendili serves as the president of African Global Health (AGH).
In her role, she leads the charge to improve health outcomes for Africans by bringing together scientific experts, economists, lawyers, and policymakers in health, to work on a continental scale and rethink public African health policies that promote better health for all Africans by Africans.
Dr. Imane Kendili is a highly accomplished and respected psychiatrist and addictologist who has made significant contributions to the field of addiction medicine. She is a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and a graduate of Hassan II University of Medicine and Ibn Rochd University Hospital in Casablanca.
Apart from being an addiction specialist, Dr. Kendili is also actively involved in several international civil action associations and learned societies. She is a founding member of AMUSS and FMSV and has served as the president of MAPA. Currently, Dr. Kendili serves as the president of African Global Health (AGH).
In her role, she leads the charge to improve health outcomes for Africans by bringing together scientific experts, economists, lawyers, and policymakers in health, to work on a continental scale and rethink public African health policies that promote better health for all Africans by Africans.
Dr Ahmed El Soky
Chairman of Egypt Healthcare Authority
Chairman of Egypt Healthcare Authority (former General Authority for Healthcare)- since February 2020 and Deputy Minister of Health and Population (since 2016) and General Supervisor of the Universal Health Insurance Project
The first Egyptian head of WHO’s expert panel at Eastern Mediterranean committee: Ahmed El Sobky, head of the General Authority for Healthcare, has been elected to chair the World Health Organization’s expert panel at this year’s Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, according to a statement. El Sobky is the panel’s first Egyptian head in its 14-year history.
· Ph.D in Diagnostic Radiology from Minufiya University, Egypt
· Master of Business Administration, ESLSCA University
· Master of Science in Clinical Service Operations, Harvard University
· Master of Public Policy and Global Health, The American University in Cairo.
Chairman of Egypt Healthcare Authority (former General Authority for Healthcare)- since February 2020 and Deputy Minister of Health and Population (since 2016) and General Supervisor of the Universal Health Insurance Project
The first Egyptian head of WHO’s expert panel at Eastern Mediterranean committee: Ahmed El Sobky, head of the General Authority for Healthcare, has been elected to chair the World Health Organization’s expert panel at this year’s Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, according to a statement. El Sobky is the panel’s first Egyptian head in its 14-year history.
· Ph.D in Diagnostic Radiology from Minufiya University, Egypt
· Master of Business Administration, ESLSCA University
· Master of Science in Clinical Service Operations, Harvard University
· Master of Public Policy and Global Health, The American University in Cairo.
Dr Ralph Chami
CEO and Co-Founder of Blue Green Future
Ralph Chami has over 32 years as a financial economist, with 25 years at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He is the co-founder of Blue Green Future and Rebalance Earth, and holds visiting professor positions at Williams College and the University of Victoria. He is an expert in a range of macro-financial topics including remittances, fragile states, financial inclusion, financial market development, banking regulation and risk management. Ralph recently retired from the IMF to work on climate change and biodiversity loss, developing a framework for valuing natural capital, fauna and flora, to build an equitable and nature-positive economy. He has developed the field of "Science-Based Finance℠,” and is a sought-after speaker on developing nature-positive markets. His work on valuing natural capital has been featured at TED2022, TEDx Florence, NPR, National Geographic, Financial Times, Washington Post, WEF, among others, along with peer-reviewed journals.
Ralph Chami has over 32 years as a financial economist, with 25 years at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He is the co-founder of Blue Green Future and Rebalance Earth, and holds visiting professor positions at Williams College and the University of Victoria. He is an expert in a range of macro-financial topics including remittances, fragile states, financial inclusion, financial market development, banking regulation and risk management. Ralph recently retired from the IMF to work on climate change and biodiversity loss, developing a framework for valuing natural capital, fauna and flora, to build an equitable and nature-positive economy. He has developed the field of "Science-Based Finance℠,” and is a sought-after speaker on developing nature-positive markets. His work on valuing natural capital has been featured at TED2022, TEDx Florence, NPR, National Geographic, Financial Times, Washington Post, WEF, among others, along with peer-reviewed journals.
Hiro Mizuno
CEO and Founder of Good Steward Partners
Mr. Hiromichi Mizuno is a Japanese financial executive and has played significant roles in the field of sustainable investments. He is the former Special Envoy of U.N. Secretary General on
Innovative Finance and Sustainable Investment, the former NonExecutive Board Member of Tesla, Inc., and the former Special Advisor to Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry of Japan. Mr.
Mizuno serves as a Special Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of MSCI, Independent Director to LiveWire Group, Inc. and Mission Committee Member at Danone, S.A., Mr. Mizuno previously served as an Executive Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Government Pension Investment Fund of Japan (GPIF), the largest pension fund in the world with AUM $1.5 trillion.
Prior to joining GPF, Mr. Mizuno was partner at Coller Capital, a London-based private equity firm. He also formerly worked for Sumitomo Trust & Banking Co., Ltd. in Japan, Silicon Valley, and New York.
Mr. Hiromichi Mizuno is a Japanese financial executive and has played significant roles in the field of sustainable investments. He is the former Special Envoy of U.N. Secretary General on
Innovative Finance and Sustainable Investment, the former NonExecutive Board Member of Tesla, Inc., and the former Special Advisor to Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry of Japan. Mr.
Mizuno serves as a Special Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of MSCI, Independent Director to LiveWire Group, Inc. and Mission Committee Member at Danone, S.A., Mr. Mizuno previously served as an Executive Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Government Pension Investment Fund of Japan (GPIF), the largest pension fund in the world with AUM $1.5 trillion.
Prior to joining GPF, Mr. Mizuno was partner at Coller Capital, a London-based private equity firm. He also formerly worked for Sumitomo Trust & Banking Co., Ltd. in Japan, Silicon Valley, and New York.
Jean Oelwang
Founding CEO of Virgin Unite
Jean is a Collaborations Architect and the founding CEO of Virgin Unite. Over the last 19 years, she has worked with partners to lead the incubation and start-up of several global initiatives, including: The Elders, The B Team, The Carbon War Room, The Africa Donor Collective, Ocean Unite (now ORRAA), The Caribbean Climate Smart Accelerator, 100% Human at Work, and several others.
Jean spent seventeen years helping lead mobile phone companies in South Africa, Colombia, Bulgaria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US. She was the joint CEO of Virgin Mobile in Australia prior to starting Virgin Unite.
She co-founded the not-for-profit Plus Wonder to spark more meaningful deep connections and collaborations in the world. She is the author of the new book, Partnering.
Jean is a Collaborations Architect and the founding CEO of Virgin Unite. Over the last 19 years, she has worked with partners to lead the incubation and start-up of several global initiatives, including: The Elders, The B Team, The Carbon War Room, The Africa Donor Collective, Ocean Unite (now ORRAA), The Caribbean Climate Smart Accelerator, 100% Human at Work, and several others.
Jean spent seventeen years helping lead mobile phone companies in South Africa, Colombia, Bulgaria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US. She was the joint CEO of Virgin Mobile in Australia prior to starting Virgin Unite.
She co-founded the not-for-profit Plus Wonder to spark more meaningful deep connections and collaborations in the world. She is the author of the new book, Partnering.
Naoko Ishii
Executive Vice President of the University of Tokyo, Director for Centre of Global Commons, Professor at the Institute for Future Initiatives
Dr. Naoko Ishii has joined University of Tokyo on August 1st 2020 as professor, executive vice president, and inaugurating
Director for Center for Global Commons, whose mission is to catalyze systems change so that human can achieve sustainable development within planetary boundaries. The Center aims at playing a much more active role in mobilizing movements of multi-stakeholders towards a shared goal of nurturing stewardship of Global Commons.
Prior to joining the university, she served the GEF (Global Environment Facility) as CEO and Chairperson from 2012 to 2020. She formed GEF’s first mid-term strategy, GEF 2020, with strong focus on transformation of key economic systems.
She entered Ministry of Finance, Japan, in 1981 and served as Deputy Vice Minister of Finance, Japan for 2010-2012. She also worked at the IMF and the World Bank.
She obtained BA in economics and Ph. D in international studies, both from the University of Tokyo.
Dr. Naoko Ishii has joined University of Tokyo on August 1st 2020 as professor, executive vice president, and inaugurating
Director for Center for Global Commons, whose mission is to catalyze systems change so that human can achieve sustainable development within planetary boundaries. The Center aims at playing a much more active role in mobilizing movements of multi-stakeholders towards a shared goal of nurturing stewardship of Global Commons.
Prior to joining the university, she served the GEF (Global Environment Facility) as CEO and Chairperson from 2012 to 2020. She formed GEF’s first mid-term strategy, GEF 2020, with strong focus on transformation of key economic systems.
She entered Ministry of Finance, Japan, in 1981 and served as Deputy Vice Minister of Finance, Japan for 2010-2012. She also worked at the IMF and the World Bank.
She obtained BA in economics and Ph. D in international studies, both from the University of Tokyo.
Hindou Oumarou
President of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim is an expert in the adaptation and mitigation of indigenous peoples to climate change. She is a member of the Mbororo pastoralist people in Chad and President of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad (AFPAT).
She led several concrete projects that improved access to basic need of indigenous peoples, while promoting their unique contribution to the protection of the environment. 3D participatory mapping, for instance, helps to prevent resources-based conflicts in one of the poorest and most vulnerable region of the world. She is an advocate for the greater inclusion of indigenous people and their knowledge and traditions in the global movement to fight the effects of climate change.
Hindou received the Pritzker Emerging Environmental Genius Award and was appointed as a United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Advocate. She serves as a Member of the United Nations Permanent Forum for Indigenous Issues; Member of the Indigenous Peoples of Africa Coordinating Committee (IPACC); Member of the Advisory Committee to the Secretary-General’s 2019 Climate Action Summit; and Conservation International Senior Indigenous Fellow. In 2019, she was listed by Time Magazine as one of 15 women championing action on climate change.
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim is an expert in the adaptation and mitigation of indigenous peoples to climate change. She is a member of the Mbororo pastoralist people in Chad and President of the Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad (AFPAT).
She led several concrete projects that improved access to basic need of indigenous peoples, while promoting their unique contribution to the protection of the environment. 3D participatory mapping, for instance, helps to prevent resources-based conflicts in one of the poorest and most vulnerable region of the world. She is an advocate for the greater inclusion of indigenous people and their knowledge and traditions in the global movement to fight the effects of climate change.
Hindou received the Pritzker Emerging Environmental Genius Award and was appointed as a United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Advocate. She serves as a Member of the United Nations Permanent Forum for Indigenous Issues; Member of the Indigenous Peoples of Africa Coordinating Committee (IPACC); Member of the Advisory Committee to the Secretary-General’s 2019 Climate Action Summit; and Conservation International Senior Indigenous Fellow. In 2019, she was listed by Time Magazine as one of 15 women championing action on climate change.
Oriele Frank
Co-Founder & Chief Product & Sustainability Officer at ELEMIS
As one of the ELEMIS co-founders, Oriele’s professional marketing background and love of science, nature, different cultures, sustainability, CSR and alternative therapies has led to the development of a brand that is always one step-ahead of the industry.
Oriele is on the Board of Directors at ELEMIS, of which was B Corp certified in January 2023, working on elevating the sustainability and CSR vision for the brand globally and overseeing the next generation of innovative, results-driven skin, body and wellness products, researching cutting-edge technologies that will enable ELEMIS to continue to be the No1 premium British Skincare Brand.
Change and industry wide collaboration is at the heart of Oriele’s work. Oriele is a proud member of the Steering Committee of the B Corp Coalition, Sustainability Pillar President of Sustainability at CEW UK and the Co-Chair of the Sustainable Beauty Coalition at The British Beauty Council.
As one of the ELEMIS co-founders, Oriele’s professional marketing background and love of science, nature, different cultures, sustainability, CSR and alternative therapies has led to the development of a brand that is always one step-ahead of the industry.
Oriele is on the Board of Directors at ELEMIS, of which was B Corp certified in January 2023, working on elevating the sustainability and CSR vision for the brand globally and overseeing the next generation of innovative, results-driven skin, body and wellness products, researching cutting-edge technologies that will enable ELEMIS to continue to be the No1 premium British Skincare Brand.
Change and industry wide collaboration is at the heart of Oriele’s work. Oriele is a proud member of the Steering Committee of the B Corp Coalition, Sustainability Pillar President of Sustainability at CEW UK and the Co-Chair of the Sustainable Beauty Coalition at The British Beauty Council.
Kevin Mtai
Co-Founder and Global Development Director at Earth Uprising
Kevin Mtai is a Kenyan climate defender and environmentalist. He is the Co-Founder and Global Development Director at Earth Uprising, where he focuses on advocating for climate education initiatives in world and Kenya. Kevin is also a co-founder of KEAN, which helps activists and environmental sustainability leaders, and participates in Fridays for Future International, prioritizing the MAPA. He also coordinates the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition, facilitating discussions on climate change's loss and damage.
Kevin Mtai is a Kenyan climate defender and environmentalist. He is the Co-Founder and Global Development Director at Earth Uprising, where he focuses on advocating for climate education initiatives in world and Kenya. Kevin is also a co-founder of KEAN, which helps activists and environmental sustainability leaders, and participates in Fridays for Future International, prioritizing the MAPA. He also coordinates the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition, facilitating discussions on climate change's loss and damage.
Karla Godoy da Costa Lima
Executive Secretary of Sustainable Development of Pernambuco
Karla Godoy, born in a Pernambuco favela, aspires to promote sustainable development and combat poverty and inequality in marginalized communities in Brazil and globally, all while
championing environmental preservation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a specialization in
International Relations from the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) and completed her Master's degree in Development Practice as a Fulbright scholar at the University of Minnesota.
From a young age, she engaged in founding Social Enterprises and environmental protection. Karla co-founded EcoCiclo, manufacturing Brazil's first 100% biodegradable sanitary pad and empowering over 2,000 socially vulnerable women.
She has previously worked with the Rainforest Alliance on sustainable development projects in Guatemala and at the Latino Community of Minnesota. Before joining the Department of Environment, Sustainability, and Fernando de Noronha, she worked on economic and financial projects for sustainable agricultural businesses at the Latin Economic Development Center in Minnesota, USA.
Karla Godoy, born in a Pernambuco favela, aspires to promote sustainable development and combat poverty and inequality in marginalized communities in Brazil and globally, all while
championing environmental preservation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a specialization in
International Relations from the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) and completed her Master's degree in Development Practice as a Fulbright scholar at the University of Minnesota.
From a young age, she engaged in founding Social Enterprises and environmental protection. Karla co-founded EcoCiclo, manufacturing Brazil's first 100% biodegradable sanitary pad and empowering over 2,000 socially vulnerable women.
She has previously worked with the Rainforest Alliance on sustainable development projects in Guatemala and at the Latino Community of Minnesota. Before joining the Department of Environment, Sustainability, and Fernando de Noronha, she worked on economic and financial projects for sustainable agricultural businesses at the Latin Economic Development Center in Minnesota, USA.
Kehkashan Basu
Founder-President of Green Hope Foundation
Kehkashan Basu, M.S.M. is an iconic global influencer, educator, environmentalist, champion of women and children’s rights, One Young World Ambassador, TEDx speaker, Climate Reality Mentor, author, musician, peace and sustainability campaigner. She is the recipient of Canada's Meritorious Service Medal and the only Canadian to win the International Children’s Peace Prize. A Forbes 30 Under 30, Kehkashan is a United Nations Human Rights Champion, a National Geographic Young Explorer, a UNCCD Land Hero, a UN Habitat Young City Champion, and one of Canada's Top25 Women of Influence.
Kehkashan is the Founder-President of global social innovation enterprise Green Hope Foundation, that works at a grassroots level in 28 countries, empowering over 500,000 young people and women, especially those from vulnerable communities, in the sustainable development process. She has spoken at over 500 United Nations and other global fora. She is currently an MBA Candidate at Cornell University.
Kehkashan Basu, M.S.M. is an iconic global influencer, educator, environmentalist, champion of women and children’s rights, One Young World Ambassador, TEDx speaker, Climate Reality Mentor, author, musician, peace and sustainability campaigner. She is the recipient of Canada's Meritorious Service Medal and the only Canadian to win the International Children’s Peace Prize. A Forbes 30 Under 30, Kehkashan is a United Nations Human Rights Champion, a National Geographic Young Explorer, a UNCCD Land Hero, a UN Habitat Young City Champion, and one of Canada's Top25 Women of Influence.
Kehkashan is the Founder-President of global social innovation enterprise Green Hope Foundation, that works at a grassroots level in 28 countries, empowering over 500,000 young people and women, especially those from vulnerable communities, in the sustainable development process. She has spoken at over 500 United Nations and other global fora. She is currently an MBA Candidate at Cornell University.
Mavis Mainu
Executive Officer to the CEO and Gender Expert at Climate Analyics
Mavis works at Climate Analytics as an Executive Officer to the CEO and Gender Expert. Mavis holds a double master’s degree in development studies and governance from the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany and women and gender studies from Saint Mary´s University, Canada. She has expertise on gendered differentiated impact of climate change and climate policy and has contributed to many research projects on these topics. She has led and designed the implementation of community- based climate change adaptation projects in Africa, aimed at helping women farmers in Africa adapt to climate impacts. She has also led and designed the implementation of rural electrification projects in West Africa and Latin America, helping many rural communities gain access to sustainable energy and lighting. She is also a Co-founder of Oak Foundation Ghana. Through Oak Foundation Mavis promotes entrepreneurship as a key instrument to financial independence among women and the youth of Ghana through agribusiness and vocational training initiatives. Mavis has full rounded experience, a combination of on the ground project implementation experience, international policy level experience and high-level management experience. She is Climate Reality Leader, a DAAD scholar, a one Young World Ambassador, Queens Young Leader, an Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society and a 2020 mentee of the Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition.
Mavis works at Climate Analytics as an Executive Officer to the CEO and Gender Expert. Mavis holds a double master’s degree in development studies and governance from the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany and women and gender studies from Saint Mary´s University, Canada. She has expertise on gendered differentiated impact of climate change and climate policy and has contributed to many research projects on these topics. She has led and designed the implementation of community- based climate change adaptation projects in Africa, aimed at helping women farmers in Africa adapt to climate impacts. She has also led and designed the implementation of rural electrification projects in West Africa and Latin America, helping many rural communities gain access to sustainable energy and lighting. She is also a Co-founder of Oak Foundation Ghana. Through Oak Foundation Mavis promotes entrepreneurship as a key instrument to financial independence among women and the youth of Ghana through agribusiness and vocational training initiatives. Mavis has full rounded experience, a combination of on the ground project implementation experience, international policy level experience and high-level management experience. She is Climate Reality Leader, a DAAD scholar, a one Young World Ambassador, Queens Young Leader, an Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society and a 2020 mentee of the Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition.
Renata Koch Alvarenga
Founder and Executive Director of EmpderaClima
Renata Koch Alvarenga, from Brazil, is a leading voice on gender and climate justice in the global youth movement. She founded the youth-led and Brazil-based organization EmpoderaClima at 22 years old, to raise awareness of the need for women’s empowerment in climate decision-making spaces, and advocate for girl’s education and climate action in the Global South – more specifically in Latin America and the Caribbean. Renata recently graduated with a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard University, where she researched climate finance and resilience to advise the World Food Programme on its Caribbean work. At Harvard, she worked with the Belfer Center for International Relations and the Center for International Development, and did fieldwork in Puerto Rico and Barbados. Renata has professional experience in global climate policy and diplomacy, having worked at the British Mission in Brazil and the United Nations Youth Office. She currently works as a Disaster Risk Financing Specialist at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington D.C. For the past eight years, Renata has been working tirelessly to ensure young people can access high-level global spaces, having been active in the Youth Constituency of the UNFCCC, as the Gender Contact Point, as well as the UN Girls’ Education Initiative and UN Women as a youth leader. She has served on advisory boards for climate issues of the New York Times, Chicago Council of Global Affairs, and the Sustainable Amazon Foundation in Brazil. In 2022, Renata was nominated for the class of Environmental Educators (EE) 30 Under 30.
Renata Koch Alvarenga, from Brazil, is a leading voice on gender and climate justice in the global youth movement. She founded the youth-led and Brazil-based organization EmpoderaClima at 22 years old, to raise awareness of the need for women’s empowerment in climate decision-making spaces, and advocate for girl’s education and climate action in the Global South – more specifically in Latin America and the Caribbean. Renata recently graduated with a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard University, where she researched climate finance and resilience to advise the World Food Programme on its Caribbean work. At Harvard, she worked with the Belfer Center for International Relations and the Center for International Development, and did fieldwork in Puerto Rico and Barbados. Renata has professional experience in global climate policy and diplomacy, having worked at the British Mission in Brazil and the United Nations Youth Office. She currently works as a Disaster Risk Financing Specialist at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington D.C. For the past eight years, Renata has been working tirelessly to ensure young people can access high-level global spaces, having been active in the Youth Constituency of the UNFCCC, as the Gender Contact Point, as well as the UN Girls’ Education Initiative and UN Women as a youth leader. She has served on advisory boards for climate issues of the New York Times, Chicago Council of Global Affairs, and the Sustainable Amazon Foundation in Brazil. In 2022, Renata was nominated for the class of Environmental Educators (EE) 30 Under 30.
Andrew Griffiths
Director of Policy & Partnerships
Andrew Griffiths is Director of Policy and Partnerships at Planet Mark, a sustainability certification that supports organisations and real estate to measure and continually reduce carbon emissions, and increase their social value. He chairs the Institute of Directors National Sustainability Taskforce and was a member of the UK Government’s COP26 Small Business Taskforce, as well as the Advisory Board for the Global Sustainability Film Awards. Having delivered a TEDx talk on the power of meaningful networking, he is a big believer in the power of communication and how it can be used to drive climate action.
Andrew Griffiths is Director of Policy and Partnerships at Planet Mark, a sustainability certification that supports organisations and real estate to measure and continually reduce carbon emissions, and increase their social value. He chairs the Institute of Directors National Sustainability Taskforce and was a member of the UK Government’s COP26 Small Business Taskforce, as well as the Advisory Board for the Global Sustainability Film Awards. Having delivered a TEDx talk on the power of meaningful networking, he is a big believer in the power of communication and how it can be used to drive climate action.
Max Klymenko
Entrepreneur and creator
Max is a Ukrainian entrepreneur and creator based in London. After a career in corporate consultancy and advertising, he began creating online videos about business, careers, and social causes. Max holds four university degrees and runs KLYM&CO, a creative agency that helps brands and organizations tell meaningful stories. Across his personal channels, Max has amassed 4 billion views and 6 million followers.
Max is a Ukrainian entrepreneur and creator based in London. After a career in corporate consultancy and advertising, he began creating online videos about business, careers, and social causes. Max holds four university degrees and runs KLYM&CO, a creative agency that helps brands and organizations tell meaningful stories. Across his personal channels, Max has amassed 4 billion views and 6 million followers.
Rasna Al Khamis
Chief Marketing & Engagement Officer, Emirates Nature–WWF
Rasna Al Khamis is the Chief Marketing & Engagement Officer at Emirates Nature-WWF, the local environmental charity that works in association with WWF, one of the world’s largest conservation organizations. She is a strategic problem solver who specializes in all things marketing, communications, e-commerce and digital transformation.
At Emirates Nature-WWF, Rasna leads the marketing, communication and digital engagement function, supporting a robust portfolio of conservation-driven products and services, market transformation and campaigns. She applies her deep expertise in tech/digital marketing and keen business acumen to drive results across brand immersion and engagement, and strengthen organizational digital engagement. Rasna has also spearheaded the operational, functional, service and product-associated digital transformation at the charity.
With over 20 years of experience spanning the globe, Rasna has worked in various segments and helped start-ups, medium-sized businesses, fortune-500 companies, and most recently, government entities flourish through marketing, communications, and brand development campaigns in industries such as ESG, FMCG, leisure, sports, healthcare, technology, telecom and real estate.
Rasna is inspired by digital transformation and innovation, fashion, luxury, beauty and art. In her spare time, she can be found enjoying movies and rollerblading, exploring the latest health and life hacks, and travelling. A proud polyglot, Rasna is fluent in English, French, Arabic and Hindi. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in communications and journalism.
Rasna Al Khamis is the Chief Marketing & Engagement Officer at Emirates Nature-WWF, the local environmental charity that works in association with WWF, one of the world’s largest conservation organizations. She is a strategic problem solver who specializes in all things marketing, communications, e-commerce and digital transformation.
At Emirates Nature-WWF, Rasna leads the marketing, communication and digital engagement function, supporting a robust portfolio of conservation-driven products and services, market transformation and campaigns. She applies her deep expertise in tech/digital marketing and keen business acumen to drive results across brand immersion and engagement, and strengthen organizational digital engagement. Rasna has also spearheaded the operational, functional, service and product-associated digital transformation at the charity.
With over 20 years of experience spanning the globe, Rasna has worked in various segments and helped start-ups, medium-sized businesses, fortune-500 companies, and most recently, government entities flourish through marketing, communications, and brand development campaigns in industries such as ESG, FMCG, leisure, sports, healthcare, technology, telecom and real estate.
Rasna is inspired by digital transformation and innovation, fashion, luxury, beauty and art. In her spare time, she can be found enjoying movies and rollerblading, exploring the latest health and life hacks, and travelling. A proud polyglot, Rasna is fluent in English, French, Arabic and Hindi. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in communications and journalism.
Ian Gill
Global head of Sustainability
Ian leads ByteDance's global climate and ESG work, setting and driving ByteDance's operational decarbonisation strategy, as well as the in-app climate and sustainability related features and content. Before joining Bytedance, Ian was a sustainability consultant, specialising in developing and impementing sustainbiltiy stategies for international tech companies.
Ian leads ByteDance's global climate and ESG work, setting and driving ByteDance's operational decarbonisation strategy, as well as the in-app climate and sustainability related features and content. Before joining Bytedance, Ian was a sustainability consultant, specialising in developing and impementing sustainbiltiy stategies for international tech companies.
Aisling Connaughton
Co-founder of Cyd Connects, a women-led sustainability consultancy and B Corp Expert
Aisling Connaughton, co-founder of Cyd Connects, a women-led sustainability consultancy, created to inspire positive change. By challenging clients to reorient their brand and communications towards good, Cyd Connects helps turn social responsibility into profitable, sustainable, long-term competitive advantage. Aisling’s 17-year global career in PR spans sustainability, marketing, and communications. She has worked for Huawei Technologies holding posts in Shenzhen and San Francisco.
Aisling began her career in the beauty industry, working for L’Oreal, Aveda, Darphin and Clarins before taking the Global Head of PR role with British brand Liz Earle Beauty Co.
Aisling is a proud member of the University of Cambridge Wo+Men Leadership Centre. She has a Masters in Social Entrepreneurship from Goldsmiths University of London and received a scholarship to the Cambridge Judge Business School Rising Women Leaders Programme.
As a certified B Leader, Aisling is working to raise awareness of how the B Corp framework can act as a catalyst for better business and accelerate the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Aisling Connaughton, co-founder of Cyd Connects, a women-led sustainability consultancy, created to inspire positive change. By challenging clients to reorient their brand and communications towards good, Cyd Connects helps turn social responsibility into profitable, sustainable, long-term competitive advantage. Aisling’s 17-year global career in PR spans sustainability, marketing, and communications. She has worked for Huawei Technologies holding posts in Shenzhen and San Francisco.
Aisling began her career in the beauty industry, working for L’Oreal, Aveda, Darphin and Clarins before taking the Global Head of PR role with British brand Liz Earle Beauty Co.
Aisling is a proud member of the University of Cambridge Wo+Men Leadership Centre. She has a Masters in Social Entrepreneurship from Goldsmiths University of London and received a scholarship to the Cambridge Judge Business School Rising Women Leaders Programme.
As a certified B Leader, Aisling is working to raise awareness of how the B Corp framework can act as a catalyst for better business and accelerate the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Wael El Delaimy
Professor of Public Health at the University of California
Wael Al-Delaimy is a professor of Public Health at the University of California Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health. He is a multidisciplinary chronic diseases epidemiologist working with vulnerable communities locally and globally, focusing on climate change, mental health, and research ethics. He directs four large federal programs on climate change, training of community health workers, and research ethics, as well as a state-wide evaluation program for tobacco control among American Indians in California. He is the Director of the NIH Newly Funded Global Center on Climate Change and Water, Energy, Food, and Health Systems, and Joint Director of the Geo Health Hub on Climate and Health in the Middle East and North Africa. His work on climate change involves global capacity building, health policy, and the role of water and climate variables on health.
Wael Al-Delaimy is a professor of Public Health at the University of California Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health. He is a multidisciplinary chronic diseases epidemiologist working with vulnerable communities locally and globally, focusing on climate change, mental health, and research ethics. He directs four large federal programs on climate change, training of community health workers, and research ethics, as well as a state-wide evaluation program for tobacco control among American Indians in California. He is the Director of the NIH Newly Funded Global Center on Climate Change and Water, Energy, Food, and Health Systems, and Joint Director of the Geo Health Hub on Climate and Health in the Middle East and North Africa. His work on climate change involves global capacity building, health policy, and the role of water and climate variables on health.
Humphrey Mrema
Chairman of the Youth Survival Organization
Humphrey Mrema is the Chairman of the Youth Survival Organization, urban planner, and sustainability advocate renowned for his dedication to climate action, energy transition, and empowering youth and communities in Tanzania.
Humphrey brings more than five years of experience working with youth-led not-for-profit initiatives, and he has made a profound impact on urban planning, policy advocacy, and climate education in Tanzania and beyond.
Humphrey's expertise in advocacy, policy negotiations, and capacity development has resulted in influential global policies, like the Doha Program of Action for Least Developed Countries (DPoA) and the Kampala Declaration for Migration, Environment, and Climate Change.
His adept leadership, public speaking, writing, event, and project management skills, have mobilized diverse groups to join the sustainable future movement.
Internationally, he has engaged in initiatives like the Youth4Climate Initiative and Climate Vulnerable Forum ensuring youth voices are heard in global climate discussions.
Humphrey Mrema is the Chairman of the Youth Survival Organization, urban planner, and sustainability advocate renowned for his dedication to climate action, energy transition, and empowering youth and communities in Tanzania.
Humphrey brings more than five years of experience working with youth-led not-for-profit initiatives, and he has made a profound impact on urban planning, policy advocacy, and climate education in Tanzania and beyond.
Humphrey's expertise in advocacy, policy negotiations, and capacity development has resulted in influential global policies, like the Doha Program of Action for Least Developed Countries (DPoA) and the Kampala Declaration for Migration, Environment, and Climate Change.
His adept leadership, public speaking, writing, event, and project management skills, have mobilized diverse groups to join the sustainable future movement.
Internationally, he has engaged in initiatives like the Youth4Climate Initiative and Climate Vulnerable Forum ensuring youth voices are heard in global climate discussions.
Jurgis Didziulis
(aka Jurgis DID)
Jurgis Didžiulis (aka Jurgis DID) is a Colombian-Lithuanian with a unique talent for bringing people together through the magic of musical co-creation. Part speaker, activist, and performer, he has navigated the intersection of music and social transformation for 20 years with a focus on upgrading culture (beliefs and behaviors) through culture (creative expression). He has built a career activating and educating communities and organizations through participative music.
Jurgis Didžiulis (aka Jurgis DID) is a Colombian-Lithuanian with a unique talent for bringing people together through the magic of musical co-creation. Part speaker, activist, and performer, he has navigated the intersection of music and social transformation for 20 years with a focus on upgrading culture (beliefs and behaviors) through culture (creative expression). He has built a career activating and educating communities and organizations through participative music.
Yoshioka Tatsuya
Founder of Peace Boat Ecoship
Yoshioka Tatsuya has been a leading figure in Japanese civil society for the past 40 years, and has been active internationally in the fields of education, peace and conflict resolution through the NGO Peace Boat.
Yoshioka founded Peace Boat in 1983 to foster grassroots dialogue and people-to-people reconciliation between Japan and other Asian countries, during a period of tension and hostilities in the region. From this vision of promoting people's diplomacy, Peace Boat has grown into a thriving NGO and social business that has organised 90 voyages for peace, and taken more than 60,000 people to over 100 ports on 7 continents for study, volunteering, cultural exchange and tourism. Yoshioka has led the organization of these voyages, as well as initiatives such as peace education for youth from conflict zones and post-conflict countries, and Northeast Asian people's dialogues.
With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, and a passionate belief in the necessity to develop awareness of the need for non-fossil fuel, non-nuclear energy capacity, Yoshioka is currently spearheading the development of Peace Boat's Ecoship Project to create the world's first 10-mast cruise liner.
Abideen Olasupo Opeyemi
Executive Director Brain Builders International
Olasupo Abideen is a passionate and dedicated advocate for the intersection of Climate Change, Clean Technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With a strong academic background in environmental science and a deep understanding of AI's transformative potential, Abideen has emerged as a prominent figure in the fight against climate change. As the founder of a sustainability-focused tech startup, Abideen has channelled his expertise to develop innovative solutions that bridge the gap between clean technologies and AI, driving sustainable practices in various sectors. His work exemplifies his commitment to mitigating climate change and its impact through cutting-edge, data-driven strategies. Abideen's advocacy extends beyond entrepreneurship, as he actively participates in high-impact events and discussions, serving as a thought leader in the climate and tech communities. His collaborative approach and forward-thinking mindset make him a valuable asset in promoting the adoption of clean technologies and AI as powerful tools for environmental preservation and a sustainable future.
Olasupo Abideen is a passionate and dedicated advocate for the intersection of Climate Change, Clean Technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With a strong academic background in environmental science and a deep understanding of AI's transformative potential, Abideen has emerged as a prominent figure in the fight against climate change. As the founder of a sustainability-focused tech startup, Abideen has channelled his expertise to develop innovative solutions that bridge the gap between clean technologies and AI, driving sustainable practices in various sectors. His work exemplifies his commitment to mitigating climate change and its impact through cutting-edge, data-driven strategies. Abideen's advocacy extends beyond entrepreneurship, as he actively participates in high-impact events and discussions, serving as a thought leader in the climate and tech communities. His collaborative approach and forward-thinking mindset make him a valuable asset in promoting the adoption of clean technologies and AI as powerful tools for environmental preservation and a sustainable future.
Tariq Al-Olaimy
Managing Director at 3Bl Associates
Tariq Al-Olaimy is the Managing Director of an ecosystem of social and planetary enterprises with impact in 90+ countries, including 3BL Associates, Diversity on Board, Public-Planet Partnerships, Recipes for Wellbeing, and Post-Growth Social Innovation. Based in Bahrain, Tariq holds advisory and board roles with organizations such as the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (UNEP & FAO), The UN Climate Change High-Level Champions - Race to Resilience Campaign, the 1t.org Youth Hub, the World Economic Forum, the Global Shapers Community, and the EAT Forum - the leading science-based global platform for transforming food systems.
He is among the first 100 certified Biomimicry specialists globally, one of the first 10 to complete an international master's in post-growth economics policy, and studied at an alternative divinity school with a focus on justice and spiritual ecology..
Tariq Al-Olaimy is the Managing Director of an ecosystem of social and planetary enterprises with impact in 90+ countries, including 3BL Associates, Diversity on Board, Public-Planet Partnerships, Recipes for Wellbeing, and Post-Growth Social Innovation. Based in Bahrain, Tariq holds advisory and board roles with organizations such as the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (UNEP & FAO), The UN Climate Change High-Level Champions - Race to Resilience Campaign, the 1t.org Youth Hub, the World Economic Forum, the Global Shapers Community, and the EAT Forum - the leading science-based global platform for transforming food systems.
He is among the first 100 certified Biomimicry specialists globally, one of the first 10 to complete an international master's in post-growth economics policy, and studied at an alternative divinity school with a focus on justice and spiritual ecology..
Joy Egbe
Co-Founder Newdigit Technologies
Joy Egbe is a social entrepreneur, renewable energy researcher, Sustainability consultant and climate activist. With 8 years of experience in advocacy, policy, and entrepreneurship. She is the co-founder of Newdigit Technologies and worked as the Chief Impact Officer with a vision to eradicate energy poverty in Nigeria. A United Nations Academic Impact fellow and UN Youth Climate Champion Green Ticket awardee. Joy's commitment to combating climate change and advocating for sustainable development has earned her various recognitions and awards.
Her remarkable efforts in providing energy solutions have been acknowledged as one of the top ten green innovations by the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC). She served as Youth4Climate Delegate and has contributed to the development of different youth climate policy papers and Manifestos. She convenes the Climate Chatroom; an online informal climate conversation that addresses climate issues and crises.
Joy is passionate about eradicating energy poverty in Africa by building sustainable solutions that will protect our planet and the people.
Joy Egbe is a social entrepreneur, renewable energy researcher, Sustainability consultant and climate activist. With 8 years of experience in advocacy, policy, and entrepreneurship. She is the co-founder of Newdigit Technologies and worked as the Chief Impact Officer with a vision to eradicate energy poverty in Nigeria. A United Nations Academic Impact fellow and UN Youth Climate Champion Green Ticket awardee. Joy's commitment to combating climate change and advocating for sustainable development has earned her various recognitions and awards.
Her remarkable efforts in providing energy solutions have been acknowledged as one of the top ten green innovations by the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC). She served as Youth4Climate Delegate and has contributed to the development of different youth climate policy papers and Manifestos. She convenes the Climate Chatroom; an online informal climate conversation that addresses climate issues and crises.
Joy is passionate about eradicating energy poverty in Africa by building sustainable solutions that will protect our planet and the people.
Karla Godoy da Costa Lima
Executive Secretary of Sustainable Development of Pernambuco
Karla Godoy, born in a Pernambuco favela, aspires to promote sustainable development and combat poverty and inequality in marginalized communities in Brazil and globally, all while championing environmental preservation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a specialization in International Relations from the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) and completed her Master's degree in Development Practice as a Fulbright scholar at the University of Minnesota.
From a young age, she engaged in founding Social Enterprises and environmental protection. Karla co-founded EcoCiclo, manufacturing Brazil's first 100% biodegradable sanitary pad and empowering over 2,000 socially vulnerable women.
She has previously worked with the Rainforest Alliance on sustainable development projects in Guatemala and at the Latino Community of Minnesota. Before joining the Department of Environment, Sustainability, and Fernando de Noronha, she worked on economic and financial projects for sustainable agricultural businesses at the Latin Economic Development Center in Minnesota, USA.
Karla Godoy, born in a Pernambuco favela, aspires to promote sustainable development and combat poverty and inequality in marginalized communities in Brazil and globally, all while championing environmental preservation. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a specialization in International Relations from the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE) and completed her Master's degree in Development Practice as a Fulbright scholar at the University of Minnesota.
From a young age, she engaged in founding Social Enterprises and environmental protection. Karla co-founded EcoCiclo, manufacturing Brazil's first 100% biodegradable sanitary pad and empowering over 2,000 socially vulnerable women.
She has previously worked with the Rainforest Alliance on sustainable development projects in Guatemala and at the Latino Community of Minnesota. Before joining the Department of Environment, Sustainability, and Fernando de Noronha, she worked on economic and financial projects for sustainable agricultural businesses at the Latin Economic Development Center in Minnesota, USA.
Kate Brandt
CSO Google
Kate Brandt serves as Google's Chief Sustainability Officer and leads sustainability across Google's worldwide operations, products and supply chains. Kate partners with Google's data centers, real state, supply chain, and product teams to ensure the company is capitalizing on opportunities to advance sustainability.
Previously Kate served as the the United State's first federal Chief Sustainability Officer, Advisor at the Department of Energy, Director for Energy and Environment in the White House Office of Presidential Personnel, and Energy Advisor to the Secretary of the Navy.
Kate serves on the boards of BSR, Restor, and the Corporate Eco Forum.
Kate received a Masters degree in International Relations from the University of Cambridge where she was a Gates Cambridge Scholar. She graduated with honors from Brown University.
Kate Brandt serves as Google's Chief Sustainability Officer and leads sustainability across Google's worldwide operations, products and supply chains. Kate partners with Google's data centers, real state, supply chain, and product teams to ensure the company is capitalizing on opportunities to advance sustainability.
Previously Kate served as the the United State's first federal Chief Sustainability Officer, Advisor at the Department of Energy, Director for Energy and Environment in the White House Office of Presidential Personnel, and Energy Advisor to the Secretary of the Navy.
Kate serves on the boards of BSR, Restor, and the Corporate Eco Forum.
Kate received a Masters degree in International Relations from the University of Cambridge where she was a Gates Cambridge Scholar. She graduated with honors from Brown University.
Jacob Beautemps
German Youtuber and reseacher
Jacob Beautemps is a German YouTuber and researcher. He completed his Master of Education in Physics and Social Sciences at the University of Cologne, where he is now researching the topic of "Learning with Videos" as part of his doctoral thesis.
On his YouTube channel Breaking Lab, he explains scientific topics and new technologies to the masses. With over three million views per month, the channel is one of the largest science channels in Germany. Jacob is also a regular face on several german TV shows and produces his own documentaries for german television.
In 2020, he founded YouTopia, the largest livestream on the topic of sustainability in Germany. YouTopia now takes place annually, and the first edition started in France in 2021.
Jacob Beautemps is a German YouTuber and researcher. He completed his Master of Education in Physics and Social Sciences at the University of Cologne, where he is now researching the topic of "Learning with Videos" as part of his doctoral thesis.
On his YouTube channel Breaking Lab, he explains scientific topics and new technologies to the masses. With over three million views per month, the channel is one of the largest science channels in Germany. Jacob is also a regular face on several german TV shows and produces his own documentaries for german television.
In 2020, he founded YouTopia, the largest livestream on the topic of sustainability in Germany. YouTopia now takes place annually, and the first edition started in France in 2021.
Alice Aedy
Co-Founder and CEO, Earthrise Studio
Alice Aedy is Co-Founder and CEO of Earthrise, an impact-driven media company for people + planet pioneering innovative multimedia storytelling. Alice is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, photographer and campaigner focused on human stories of climate and social justice.
Alice Aedy is Co-Founder and CEO of Earthrise, an impact-driven media company for people + planet pioneering innovative multimedia storytelling. Alice is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, photographer and campaigner focused on human stories of climate and social justice.
Lea D'oriol
Founder and Executive Director of Oceanic Global
Arizona Muse
Founder of DIRT charity
Arizona’s modelling odyssey, that includes gracing the covers of over 40 international Vogue magazines and engaging with brands such as Prada, YSL and Chanel, ignited an exploration into the creation and lifecycle of clothing and products, leading to a profound awakening. She delved deep into the reality of production, the individuals involved, and the overpowering impact on our planet. Despite her supermodel success, she discovered her deepest connection, both metaphorically and literally, in the soil.
While excelling in the modelling realm, she wholeheartedly embraced soil regeneration and founded DIRT Charity. She now leverages her expertise to consult with brands, assisting them in integrating sustainability into their core strategies to minimize their environmental footprint. Her life's purpose revolves around raising awareness about the climate crisis and championing climate solutions.
Today, Arizona Muse serves as the Founder of DIRT Charity, a Sustainability Consultant, Oceans Ambassador for Greenpeace, and an Advisory Board Member of both The Sustainable Angle and The Biodynamic Demeter Alliance.
Arizona’s modelling odyssey, that includes gracing the covers of over 40 international Vogue magazines and engaging with brands such as Prada, YSL and Chanel, ignited an exploration into the creation and lifecycle of clothing and products, leading to a profound awakening. She delved deep into the reality of production, the individuals involved, and the overpowering impact on our planet. Despite her supermodel success, she discovered her deepest connection, both metaphorically and literally, in the soil.
While excelling in the modelling realm, she wholeheartedly embraced soil regeneration and founded DIRT Charity. She now leverages her expertise to consult with brands, assisting them in integrating sustainability into their core strategies to minimize their environmental footprint. Her life's purpose revolves around raising awareness about the climate crisis and championing climate solutions.
Today, Arizona Muse serves as the Founder of DIRT Charity, a Sustainability Consultant, Oceans Ambassador for Greenpeace, and an Advisory Board Member of both The Sustainable Angle and The Biodynamic Demeter Alliance.
Aole Miller
Co-Artistic Director of the Theatre of Others
Dr. Budi Miller is the Co-Artistic Director of The Theatre of Others. He is an UNESCO designated master teacher of mask work. He has been an actor-director-writer-teacher in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Australia, Malaysia, India, and Indonesia since 1992. He is the first African American ceremonial mask dancer of Bali and is the Southeast Asian and Australian Regional Director of the Fitzmaurice Institute. He coached Michelle Williams for her Academy Award nominated performance in Ang Lee's film Brokeback Mountain.
Dr. Budi Miller is the Co-Artistic Director of The Theatre of Others. He is an UNESCO designated master teacher of mask work. He has been an actor-director-writer-teacher in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Australia, Malaysia, India, and Indonesia since 1992. He is the first African American ceremonial mask dancer of Bali and is the Southeast Asian and Australian Regional Director of the Fitzmaurice Institute. He coached Michelle Williams for her Academy Award nominated performance in Ang Lee's film Brokeback Mountain.
Arwa Hezzah
Student at Sharjah Performing Arts Academy
Arwa is an actor, singer, and musician currently pursuing a degree in Musical Theater from Sharjah Performing Arts Academy.
Arwa is an actor, singer, and musician currently pursuing a degree in Musical Theater from Sharjah Performing Arts Academy.
Tori Tsui
Climate Justice Organiser and author. Campaigner and organiser with Stop Rosebank, Climate Live, Earth Percent and the Climate Resilience Project
Tori Tsui is a climate justice organiser and writer from Hong Kong. She is the author of ‘It’s Not Just You’ which explores the intersections between mental health and climate change. She is a campaigner and organiser with the Stop Rosebank coalition, Climate Live, Earth Percent and the Climate Resilience Project.
Tori Tsui is a climate justice organiser and writer from Hong Kong. She is the author of ‘It’s Not Just You’ which explores the intersections between mental health and climate change. She is a campaigner and organiser with the Stop Rosebank coalition, Climate Live, Earth Percent and the Climate Resilience Project.
Jess Rogers
Co-Founder and Creative Director of Carbon Jacked
Jess Rogers is a presenter, commentator and content creator across sport, sustainability & adventure. She works with the likes of Sky Sports, Eurosport, SailGP, Extreme E and many more. Jess is also Co-Founder and Creative Director of environmental start-up Carbon Jacked - where they believe that saving the planet shouldn't be boring. They help businesses, sports and individuals creatively combat change. In particular, Jess and the team are exceptionally passionate about getting people clued up on sustainability & inspiring them to get out into nature - they produce punchy content, add spice to sustainability & have a platform that does just that.
Jess Rogers is a presenter, commentator and content creator across sport, sustainability & adventure. She works with the likes of Sky Sports, Eurosport, SailGP, Extreme E and many more. Jess is also Co-Founder and Creative Director of environmental start-up Carbon Jacked - where they believe that saving the planet shouldn't be boring. They help businesses, sports and individuals creatively combat change. In particular, Jess and the team are exceptionally passionate about getting people clued up on sustainability & inspiring them to get out into nature - they produce punchy content, add spice to sustainability & have a platform that does just that.
Prince Oussou Lio Appolinaire
Prince DJAKA Atawévi, High Dignitary of the Royal Court of the Tolinu
OLA) is a Prince DJAKA Atawévi, High Dignitary of the Royal Court of the Tɔlinu. Writer Geographer-Naturalist, he is an expert in Community development and Jurisprudence of the land. He works for the enhancement of indigenous knowledge, the culture of peoples and the protection of forests and sacred sites. Founder of the Nature and culture clubs, he is currently the president of the Research and Action Group for Well-being (GRABE-BENIN) and is a member of the African Collective for Earth Jurisprudence.
OLA) is a Prince DJAKA Atawévi, High Dignitary of the Royal Court of the Tɔlinu. Writer Geographer-Naturalist, he is an expert in Community development and Jurisprudence of the land. He works for the enhancement of indigenous knowledge, the culture of peoples and the protection of forests and sacred sites. Founder of the Nature and culture clubs, he is currently the president of the Research and Action Group for Well-being (GRABE-BENIN) and is a member of the African Collective for Earth Jurisprudence.
Aya Khourshid
Independent climate and social researcher
from Egypt and Palestine is an independent climate and social researcher. Her work revolves around accelerating climate finance flows to the Global South. Aya is currently pursuing a master’s in Degrowth and Political Ecology. Her areas of research include accelerating paradigm shifts,social innovation and imagination, and building the alternative economy of the future. She also focuses on Ecological Debt, Debt cancellation and debt relief for the climate. She also works on incubating transformative regenerative solutions that draw up on indigenous knowledge that put community at the heart. She is currently part of the RiseTogether initiative which is a collective of organizations with a mission to regenerate egypt, with a focus on water conservation and greening the desert.
from Egypt and Palestine is an independent climate and social researcher. Her work revolves around accelerating climate finance flows to the Global South. Aya is currently pursuing a master’s in Degrowth and Political Ecology. Her areas of research include accelerating paradigm shifts,social innovation and imagination, and building the alternative economy of the future. She also focuses on Ecological Debt, Debt cancellation and debt relief for the climate. She also works on incubating transformative regenerative solutions that draw up on indigenous knowledge that put community at the heart. She is currently part of the RiseTogether initiative which is a collective of organizations with a mission to regenerate egypt, with a focus on water conservation and greening the desert.
Dr Wanka Inti (Gersom Paredes)
Member of the Great Council of the Eagle and the Condor
(Gerson Paredes). He is the son of ancestral healers from the Wanka nation, department of Junín-Peru. He is a Member of the Great Council of the Eagle and the Condor, led by the Otomí Tolteka leader Mindahi Bastida,which he represented, participating in the COP 26 in Glasgow-Scotland and COP 27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
He is Member of the Inka Council of the Musuq Tawantinsuyu,led by the Inka Tito Q'osñipa. Is Leader of the original peoples of Tawantinsuyu-Peru and Member of the sacred Circle of wise grandmothers and Grandfathers of Mother Earth.
He is Spiritual advisor of the National Confederation of Communities Affected by Mining and Hydrocarbons CONACAMHI-Peru. Is Protector of the Waka Ychsma-Maranga and teacher at the National University of San Marcos UNMSM-Lima-Perú. He is Organizer of the Inti Raymi, ceremonies of Father Sun and of solar and lunar ceremonies.
He is an ancestral dream healer. He is hypnotherapist, member of the Peruvian Association of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis APHCE.
(Gerson Paredes). He is the son of ancestral healers from the Wanka nation, department of Junín-Peru. He is a Member of the Great Council of the Eagle and the Condor, led by the Otomí Tolteka leader Mindahi Bastida,which he represented, participating in the COP 26 in Glasgow-Scotland and COP 27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
He is Member of the Inka Council of the Musuq Tawantinsuyu,led by the Inka Tito Q'osñipa. Is Leader of the original peoples of Tawantinsuyu-Peru and Member of the sacred Circle of wise grandmothers and Grandfathers of Mother Earth.
He is Spiritual advisor of the National Confederation of Communities Affected by Mining and Hydrocarbons CONACAMHI-Peru. Is Protector of the Waka Ychsma-Maranga and teacher at the National University of San Marcos UNMSM-Lima-Perú. He is Organizer of the Inti Raymi, ceremonies of Father Sun and of solar and lunar ceremonies.
He is an ancestral dream healer. He is hypnotherapist, member of the Peruvian Association of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis APHCE.
Bodhi Patil
Bodhi is a UN-recognized, award-winning GenZ ocean-climate “Solutionist” dedicated to improving the interconnectedness between ocean health and human health. He is the Founder & CEO of Inner Light, empowering a generation to build resilience from the inside out for people and planetary wellbeing. He is co creator/cofounder of Ocean Uprise and SeaDragon Studios and advises several love-based climate organizations on a mission to protect our blue planet. He has been featured by the United Nations, Forbes, Economist Impact, Wildlife Conservation Society, Oceanic Global, and has presented to world leaders at over 10 global climate conferences. Connect with him and learn more about his mission here.
Jacob Johns
Coummunity supported organiser
Jacob Johns, originating from the Akimel O'Otham and Hopi nations, serves as a community-supported organizer, working autonomously to foster significant change. His primary objective is to strategically introduce fresh paradigms to dismantle antiquated systems of oppression. Beyond his role as an organizer, Johns employs a diverse range of creative strategies to propel political transformation. These encompass actively participating in frontline demonstrations and orchestrating comprehensive campaigns, including the production of digital content, all designed to communicate messages to humanity in inventive and dynamic ways. Through his endeavors, Johns endeavors to reawaken forgotten truths within the collective consciousness of humankind, forging a path towards a sustainable and flourishing future that we can collectively embrace.
Jacob Johns, originating from the Akimel O'Otham and Hopi nations, serves as a community-supported organizer, working autonomously to foster significant change. His primary objective is to strategically introduce fresh paradigms to dismantle antiquated systems of oppression. Beyond his role as an organizer, Johns employs a diverse range of creative strategies to propel political transformation. These encompass actively participating in frontline demonstrations and orchestrating comprehensive campaigns, including the production of digital content, all designed to communicate messages to humanity in inventive and dynamic ways. Through his endeavors, Johns endeavors to reawaken forgotten truths within the collective consciousness of humankind, forging a path towards a sustainable and flourishing future that we can collectively embrace.
Nina Lousia Lucy Martens
Cinematographer, director and editor
With a passion for building bridges through storytelling, Lucy has followed lives and captured voices from all corners of the world. As a cinematographer, director and editor of documentaries and NGO films, her stories have been published on BBC Storyville, BBC 3, PBS, ARTE, CNN, SWR, UNHCR, World Food Program and National Geographic Learning. The feature-length documentary, “Out of the Ashes” (BBC Storyville) was co-produced by Sam Mendes and won a 2011 Grierson Award. She is part of Ripple Effect Images, a nonprofit collective of world-class storytellers whose work supports aid groups that empower women and children.
She is a co-founder of Le Ciel Foundation, a charity based in London, working on projects to connect people back to nature and to bridge our ancestral wisdom with the best of modern society. One of these projects is the feature length documentary “The Twelve” - spreading the messages of twelve indigenous Elders from around the world.
With a passion for building bridges through storytelling, Lucy has followed lives and captured voices from all corners of the world. As a cinematographer, director and editor of documentaries and NGO films, her stories have been published on BBC Storyville, BBC 3, PBS, ARTE, CNN, SWR, UNHCR, World Food Program and National Geographic Learning. The feature-length documentary, “Out of the Ashes” (BBC Storyville) was co-produced by Sam Mendes and won a 2011 Grierson Award. She is part of Ripple Effect Images, a nonprofit collective of world-class storytellers whose work supports aid groups that empower women and children.
She is a co-founder of Le Ciel Foundation, a charity based in London, working on projects to connect people back to nature and to bridge our ancestral wisdom with the best of modern society. One of these projects is the feature length documentary “The Twelve” - spreading the messages of twelve indigenous Elders from around the world.
Mindahi Bastida
UNESCO consultant regarding Sacred Sites and Biocultural issues
(Otomí-Toltec) is Director of the Original Nations Program of the Fountain and until July 2020 was the Director of the Original Caretakers Program, Center for Earth Ethics, Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York (2017- ) and General Coordinator of the Otomi-Toltec Regional Council in Mexico, a caretaker of the philosophy and traditions of the Otomi-Toltec peoples, and has been an Otomi-Toltec Ritual Ceremony Officer since 1988. He is a consultant with UNESCO around Sacred Sites and Biocultural issues and for other UN programs.
Mindahi has served as a delegate to various commissions and summits on indigenous rights and sustainability, including the 1992 Earth Summit and the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD, 2002). He was director of the Original Caretakers Program at the Center for Earth Ethics at Union Theological Seminary in New York City between 2015 and 2020 and has been invited to partake in several advisory councils.
He has written on the relation between the state and Indigenous Peoples, intercultural education, collective intellectual property rights and associated traditional knowledge, biocultural sacred sites, and other topics.
(Otomí-Toltec) is Director of the Original Nations Program of the Fountain and until July 2020 was the Director of the Original Caretakers Program, Center for Earth Ethics, Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York (2017- ) and General Coordinator of the Otomi-Toltec Regional Council in Mexico, a caretaker of the philosophy and traditions of the Otomi-Toltec peoples, and has been an Otomi-Toltec Ritual Ceremony Officer since 1988. He is a consultant with UNESCO around Sacred Sites and Biocultural issues and for other UN programs.
Mindahi has served as a delegate to various commissions and summits on indigenous rights and sustainability, including the 1992 Earth Summit and the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD, 2002). He was director of the Original Caretakers Program at the Center for Earth Ethics at Union Theological Seminary in New York City between 2015 and 2020 and has been invited to partake in several advisory councils.
He has written on the relation between the state and Indigenous Peoples, intercultural education, collective intellectual property rights and associated traditional knowledge, biocultural sacred sites, and other topics.
Dr Rajendra Singh
The Water Man of India
Dr Rajendra Singh, the Water Man of India, a Ghandian, a non-violent activist, leader and visionary, awarded with the Stockholm Nobel Water price, who has rejuvenated 14 rivers, restored thousands of water bodies and healed hundreds of communities in Rajasthan through the practice of indigenous water management that works with the integrity of water and nature. Completely independent from government support, Rajendra has built a decentralised model, giving power and dignity back to the people, believing that the only way we can heal is to build trust, love and respect for each other and for nature.
Dr Rajendra Singh, the Water Man of India, a Ghandian, a non-violent activist, leader and visionary, awarded with the Stockholm Nobel Water price, who has rejuvenated 14 rivers, restored thousands of water bodies and healed hundreds of communities in Rajasthan through the practice of indigenous water management that works with the integrity of water and nature. Completely independent from government support, Rajendra has built a decentralised model, giving power and dignity back to the people, believing that the only way we can heal is to build trust, love and respect for each other and for nature.
Sheelah Bearfoot
Wisdom Keepers
Sheelah Bearfoot is a co-founder of Ties to La Tierra. She graduated with a degree in Genetics and Plant Biology from UC Berkeley in 2016. During her time at Berkeley, she was privileged to serve as a research apprentice on a food sovereignty project with the Klamath Tribes and compete on/direct Speech at Berkeley. The speech team gave her a national platform for advocacy, and she was able to break into white-dominated spaces and educate hundreds of people on environmental and medical racism against Native communities. She's Chiricahua Apache, and worked at the Native American Health Centre in San Francisco for two years as a diabetes-focused health educator before earning a Master of Health Science (MHS) in Environmental Health at Johns Hopkins, where she continued her focus on Indigenous health disparities.
Sheelah Bearfoot is a co-founder of Ties to La Tierra. She graduated with a degree in Genetics and Plant Biology from UC Berkeley in 2016. During her time at Berkeley, she was privileged to serve as a research apprentice on a food sovereignty project with the Klamath Tribes and compete on/direct Speech at Berkeley. The speech team gave her a national platform for advocacy, and she was able to break into white-dominated spaces and educate hundreds of people on environmental and medical racism against Native communities. She's Chiricahua Apache, and worked at the Native American Health Centre in San Francisco for two years as a diabetes-focused health educator before earning a Master of Health Science (MHS) in Environmental Health at Johns Hopkins, where she continued her focus on Indigenous health disparities.
Sophie Shnapp
Energy and Climate specialist
Sophie Shnapp is an energy and climate specialist working in the intersection of culture and climate policy. Having spent the past decade working as an expert internationally and for the EU, she has unique expertise in the fields of climate change, decarbonisation and environmental and cultural policy development, strategy and implementation.
Using her environmental expertise, alongside her top-down policy work, she works in a spectrum of arts and creative projects and charities, being a firm believer that culture is the key to the public engagement needed for transformative change.
Sophie Shnapp is an energy and climate specialist working in the intersection of culture and climate policy. Having spent the past decade working as an expert internationally and for the EU, she has unique expertise in the fields of climate change, decarbonisation and environmental and cultural policy development, strategy and implementation.
Using her environmental expertise, alongside her top-down policy work, she works in a spectrum of arts and creative projects and charities, being a firm believer that culture is the key to the public engagement needed for transformative change.
Shelly Kathleen Emia
Transcendent vocalistm alechmical performed, First Nations Multi-instrumentalist, Designer, Creative Cultural Producer and visionary facilitator
WHAIA Sonic Weaver Aotearoa
Born of Ngati Kahugnunu, tribal descent, Whaia is a transcendent vocalist, alchemical performer, First Nations Multi-instrumentalist, Designer, Creative Cultural Producer and visionary Facilitator, making this woman one powerhouse mama. Walking with Taonga Puoro/Traditional First Nations Instruments, and Crystal Singing Bowls WHAIA weaves her own unique cradle of embedded healing phonics. A Whaledreaming Woman she sings the ancient Whale songlines of her ancestry. Blending intuitive melodies made of wood, bone, clay and stone, she weaves the sonic bridge between worlds.
She is an elemental voice of water and an official board member of Oceanic Global, singing for World Oceans day at the UN Headquarters in New York in 2023. Riding these waves on her new creation, ‘The Mana Waka’, is a 40ft bus/traveling production studio on wheels carrying a ‘Living Canvas’ mural, connecting culture and the Dreamtime creation stories and sharing educational projects for all. Moving across the country, serving communities through arts, music festivals, venues, and events. Her open basket, ‘Sonic Weaver Sound Sanctuary’ is a teaching platform with Whale retreats and sound wisdom in Australia. As a mother of 3 her sights are on the future changemakers and leaving something bigger than oneself, reaching out to everyday people and uplifting the human spirit through the inspirational and ordinary.
With a depth of ochre in her skin and mana in her bones, Whaia is a true warrior woman with a soft yet powerful delivery, entwining one’s heart, body, and spirit.
WHAIA Sonic Weaver Aotearoa
Born of Ngati Kahugnunu, tribal descent, Whaia is a transcendent vocalist, alchemical performer, First Nations Multi-instrumentalist, Designer, Creative Cultural Producer and visionary Facilitator, making this woman one powerhouse mama. Walking with Taonga Puoro/Traditional First Nations Instruments, and Crystal Singing Bowls WHAIA weaves her own unique cradle of embedded healing phonics. A Whaledreaming Woman she sings the ancient Whale songlines of her ancestry. Blending intuitive melodies made of wood, bone, clay and stone, she weaves the sonic bridge between worlds.
She is an elemental voice of water and an official board member of Oceanic Global, singing for World Oceans day at the UN Headquarters in New York in 2023. Riding these waves on her new creation, ‘The Mana Waka’, is a 40ft bus/traveling production studio on wheels carrying a ‘Living Canvas’ mural, connecting culture and the Dreamtime creation stories and sharing educational projects for all. Moving across the country, serving communities through arts, music festivals, venues, and events. Her open basket, ‘Sonic Weaver Sound Sanctuary’ is a teaching platform with Whale retreats and sound wisdom in Australia. As a mother of 3 her sights are on the future changemakers and leaving something bigger than oneself, reaching out to everyday people and uplifting the human spirit through the inspirational and ordinary.
With a depth of ochre in her skin and mana in her bones, Whaia is a true warrior woman with a soft yet powerful delivery, entwining one’s heart, body, and spirit.
Wiruungga Dunggiirr
Global Elder and Wisdom Keeper, Uncle Koala
Wiruungga Dunggiirr is a well known global Elder and wisdom keeper of the Namba Gumbaynggar Nation of Aboriginal Australia, Uncle Koala by his people and clan. He has dedicated his life to being a bridge of knowledge in medicine of the plants, arts, Dreamtime stories, traditional dance and sacred sites, taking all races of people on walkabouts/guiding people with his rainbow bus serving communities and sharing these treasures with a huge heart and respect for Mother Earth.
He is a vital link in the universal chain from the ancient land and people of Aboriginal Australia. His work is on the ground teaching and building native gardens, delivering clothes to desert remote communities, sharing bush medicine, as a means to find healthy equilibrium between First Nations people and wider global communities.
Wiruungga is a global ambassador featured in many international media platforms, events and festivals, a weaver of the songlines, a teacher of ancient practices steeped in the old ways connecting the past and present for the future generations.
Wiruungga Dunggiirr is a well known global Elder and wisdom keeper of the Namba Gumbaynggar Nation of Aboriginal Australia, Uncle Koala by his people and clan. He has dedicated his life to being a bridge of knowledge in medicine of the plants, arts, Dreamtime stories, traditional dance and sacred sites, taking all races of people on walkabouts/guiding people with his rainbow bus serving communities and sharing these treasures with a huge heart and respect for Mother Earth.
He is a vital link in the universal chain from the ancient land and people of Aboriginal Australia. His work is on the ground teaching and building native gardens, delivering clothes to desert remote communities, sharing bush medicine, as a means to find healthy equilibrium between First Nations people and wider global communities.
Wiruungga is a global ambassador featured in many international media platforms, events and festivals, a weaver of the songlines, a teacher of ancient practices steeped in the old ways connecting the past and present for the future generations.
David Garrido
Sky Sports Presenter
David Garrido is a Sky Sports presenter with almost 25 years’ experience in the industry, and a leading communicator and content-maker in sport and sustainability. He made the award-nominated documentary, “Football’s Toughest Opponent”, which explores the relationship between the beautiful game and the climate crisis, and he also has his own ongoing episodic series, “Playing For The Planet”, which is into its third season and profiles elite athletes and their journeys in sustainability.
David also works externally with various clients as a climate and sustainability host, moderator and content-creator - they include UEFA, SailGP, McLaren, Envision Racing, Formula E and EV manufacturer Polestar.
More broadly in his career, David has covered football World Cups, Euros, Champions League finals, Wimbledon tennis Championships, Formula 1 Grand Prix and Ashes series over a decade at the BBC, and after joining Sky in 2011, David also hosted live Premier League, EFL and LaLiga matches.
David Garrido is a Sky Sports presenter with almost 25 years’ experience in the industry, and a leading communicator and content-maker in sport and sustainability. He made the award-nominated documentary, “Football’s Toughest Opponent”, which explores the relationship between the beautiful game and the climate crisis, and he also has his own ongoing episodic series, “Playing For The Planet”, which is into its third season and profiles elite athletes and their journeys in sustainability.
David also works externally with various clients as a climate and sustainability host, moderator and content-creator - they include UEFA, SailGP, McLaren, Envision Racing, Formula E and EV manufacturer Polestar.
More broadly in his career, David has covered football World Cups, Euros, Champions League finals, Wimbledon tennis Championships, Formula 1 Grand Prix and Ashes series over a decade at the BBC, and after joining Sky in 2011, David also hosted live Premier League, EFL and LaLiga matches.
Rishi Jain
Director of Impact at Liverpool FC
Rishi is Liverpool FC’s Director of Impact, and leads the Club’s approach to sustainability through the lens of equality, diversity and inclusion and environmental sustainability; aiming to ensure that the club leads the way on and off the pitch.
In 2022, Rishi presented at the United Nations in New York at the launch of the UN’s Game Plan: implementing a plan of action to counter hate speech through engagement with sport. He has worked in partnership with the United Nations and multiple international organisations to implement this work across the globe.
In 2023, Rishi was named on the Pride Power List, and in 2020, he was named on the Global Diversity List. His previous work led to recognition at the European Diversity Awards, North West Football Awards, and Inclusive Companies Awards.
Prior to joining Liverpool FC, Rishi held roles at Manchester United, Kick It Out and The FA’s Inclusion Advisory Board.
Rishi is Liverpool FC’s Director of Impact, and leads the Club’s approach to sustainability through the lens of equality, diversity and inclusion and environmental sustainability; aiming to ensure that the club leads the way on and off the pitch.
In 2022, Rishi presented at the United Nations in New York at the launch of the UN’s Game Plan: implementing a plan of action to counter hate speech through engagement with sport. He has worked in partnership with the United Nations and multiple international organisations to implement this work across the globe.
In 2023, Rishi was named on the Pride Power List, and in 2020, he was named on the Global Diversity List. His previous work led to recognition at the European Diversity Awards, North West Football Awards, and Inclusive Companies Awards.
Prior to joining Liverpool FC, Rishi held roles at Manchester United, Kick It Out and The FA’s Inclusion Advisory Board.
Nicole Robinson
Chief Marketing and Sustainability Officer
of &Beyond
Nicole is the Chief Marketing Officer of &Beyond Travel, an impact and conservation-driven travel company which operates numerous lodges and luxury tours across Africa, South America, and Asia. She has been at the helm of andBeyond’s marketing team as the CMO for 8 years and has been with the company for 24 years. She is a strategist and implementer with a track record of delivering innovative products, insightful analytics and impactful storytelling. Her broad experience at &Beyond includes Finance, technology, risk management, Product strategy, brand partnerships, impact strategy & reporting, digital marketing & PR.
of &Beyond
Nicole is the Chief Marketing Officer of &Beyond Travel, an impact and conservation-driven travel company which operates numerous lodges and luxury tours across Africa, South America, and Asia. She has been at the helm of andBeyond’s marketing team as the CMO for 8 years and has been with the company for 24 years. She is a strategist and implementer with a track record of delivering innovative products, insightful analytics and impactful storytelling. Her broad experience at &Beyond includes Finance, technology, risk management, Product strategy, brand partnerships, impact strategy & reporting, digital marketing & PR.
Joana Balsemão
Councillor for Climate Action of Cascais
Joana, mother of three young adults, is trained in International Relations (BS) and Environmental Change and Managment (MSc, Oxford University). She has over 20 years of experience in the field of sustainability both in govenment (local, national and EU level) and the non-profit sector.
Currently serving as Councilor for the Environment for the Portuguese City of Cascias, a leading city of climate and decarbonization policies with a practitioner approach to provide visible impacts on energy transition and resilience for the local communities and investor.
Joana, mother of three young adults, is trained in International Relations (BS) and Environmental Change and Managment (MSc, Oxford University). She has over 20 years of experience in the field of sustainability both in govenment (local, national and EU level) and the non-profit sector.
Currently serving as Councilor for the Environment for the Portuguese City of Cascias, a leading city of climate and decarbonization policies with a practitioner approach to provide visible impacts on energy transition and resilience for the local communities and investor.
Oliver Stone
Director of Nuclear Now
Award-winning writer/director of over 20 feature films, among them some of the most influential of the last decades. Some have been at deep odds with conventional myth—including “Platoon” (1986), “Born on the Fourth of July” (1989), “JFK” (1991), “Natural Born Killers” (1994), and “Nixon” (1995).
His documentaries include three on Fidel Castro— “Comandante” (2003), “Looking for Fidel” (2004), and “Castro in Winter” (2012); one on South America, “South of the Border” (2009), featuring Hugo Chavez and six other Presidents in a continent undergoing huge social changes; and “Persona Non Grata” (2003), on Israel-Palestine relations.
Later documentaries include “The Untold History of the United States” (2012), a 12-hour interrogation of accepted U.S. history; “The Putin Interviews” (2017), a four-part conversation with the Russian President; “JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass” (2021), a re-examination of the assassination in the wake of his landmark film; and this year’s urgent “Nuclear Now.”
Award-winning writer/director of over 20 feature films, among them some of the most influential of the last decades. Some have been at deep odds with conventional myth—including “Platoon” (1986), “Born on the Fourth of July” (1989), “JFK” (1991), “Natural Born Killers” (1994), and “Nixon” (1995).
His documentaries include three on Fidel Castro— “Comandante” (2003), “Looking for Fidel” (2004), and “Castro in Winter” (2012); one on South America, “South of the Border” (2009), featuring Hugo Chavez and six other Presidents in a continent undergoing huge social changes; and “Persona Non Grata” (2003), on Israel-Palestine relations.
Later documentaries include “The Untold History of the United States” (2012), a 12-hour interrogation of accepted U.S. history; “The Putin Interviews” (2017), a four-part conversation with the Russian President; “JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass” (2021), a re-examination of the assassination in the wake of his landmark film; and this year’s urgent “Nuclear Now.”
Isabelle Boemeke
The World's First Nuclear Influence
Stefano Buono
CEO of Newcleo
A nuclear physicist and successful entrepreneur, Stefano started his career working for 10 years with Nobel laureate Carlo Rubbia at CERN and CRS4, in the field of Accelerator Driven Systems and nuclear waste transmutation. In 2002, he founded Advanced Accelerator Applications, listed on NASDAQ until its acquisition by Novartis for $3.9 bn. In 2021, he cofounded and incorporated UK-headquartered nuclear technology company newcleo, of which he is CEO.
He is the Chairman of various organisations, and the founder of Elysia Capital, his single family office. He is the author of numerous scientific publications, and received his Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Turin.
A nuclear physicist and successful entrepreneur, Stefano started his career working for 10 years with Nobel laureate Carlo Rubbia at CERN and CRS4, in the field of Accelerator Driven Systems and nuclear waste transmutation. In 2002, he founded Advanced Accelerator Applications, listed on NASDAQ until its acquisition by Novartis for $3.9 bn. In 2021, he cofounded and incorporated UK-headquartered nuclear technology company newcleo, of which he is CEO.
He is the Chairman of various organisations, and the founder of Elysia Capital, his single family office. He is the author of numerous scientific publications, and received his Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Turin.
Grace Stanke
Miss America 2023
Grace Stanke, Miss America 2023 was recently named the “new face of nuclear energy,” by The Wall Street Journal, signifying a significant shift toward a new generation of voices in the representation and advocacy for clean and sustainable energy sources. Stanke, crowned Miss America 2023 in December 2022, and a nuclear engineering student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is leading a conversation in the way American's perceive and embrace nuclear energy.
As Miss America, Stanke has demonstrated her dedication to environmental causes and commitment to a greener, more sustainable future. “It’s the industry that saved my dad twice from cancer,” Stanke said, referring to radiation and other treatments. “It powers 20% of America.”
Throughout the past year, Stanke has been traveling the world advocating for “Clean Energy, Cleaner Future” where she is participating in educational campaigns and conferences, speaking engagements, and collaborative initiatives aimed at promoting a clean energy future.
Grace Stanke, Miss America 2023 was recently named the “new face of nuclear energy,” by The Wall Street Journal, signifying a significant shift toward a new generation of voices in the representation and advocacy for clean and sustainable energy sources. Stanke, crowned Miss America 2023 in December 2022, and a nuclear engineering student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is leading a conversation in the way American's perceive and embrace nuclear energy.
As Miss America, Stanke has demonstrated her dedication to environmental causes and commitment to a greener, more sustainable future. “It’s the industry that saved my dad twice from cancer,” Stanke said, referring to radiation and other treatments. “It powers 20% of America.”
Throughout the past year, Stanke has been traveling the world advocating for “Clean Energy, Cleaner Future” where she is participating in educational campaigns and conferences, speaking engagements, and collaborative initiatives aimed at promoting a clean energy future.
Anthony Bennett
CEO of Reboot the Future
Anthony Bennett is Chief Executive Officer of Reboot the Future, a sustainability NGO based on the wisdom, “Treat Others, and the Planet, as you would wish to be treated). He is a graduate of Glasgow School of Art and Chelsea School of Art and Design. He has worked across the sustainability, educational and cultural sectors, interests which he now unifies at Reboot. He is co-author with Kim Polman of, ‘Values for a Life Economy’, and a Fellow at the Royal Society of Arts.
Anthony Bennett is Chief Executive Officer of Reboot the Future, a sustainability NGO based on the wisdom, “Treat Others, and the Planet, as you would wish to be treated). He is a graduate of Glasgow School of Art and Chelsea School of Art and Design. He has worked across the sustainability, educational and cultural sectors, interests which he now unifies at Reboot. He is co-author with Kim Polman of, ‘Values for a Life Economy’, and a Fellow at the Royal Society of Arts.
Kay Vasey
Founder of MeshMinds
Kay Poh Gek Vasey is a tech lawyer turned entrepreneur in the immersive media space, encompassing gaming, augmented and virtual reality and space design. Her company, MeshMinds, has created immersive experiences with partners such as the UN Environment Programme, Meta and Apple, building climate awareness and cultural literacy amongst millions of youth around the world. In 2023, at ArtScience Museum in Singapore, she launched ‘Sky Farm Island’, Roblox's first sustainable farming game set in Asia to motivate children to cultivate and consume healthy homegrown food; and ‘Aquasia’, an immersive metaworld inspiring young minds about future human habitats amid rising sea levels. Kay also provides strategic guidance on designing ‘games for good’, education in the metaverse, digital sustainability, and the future of art and creativity
Kay Poh Gek Vasey is a tech lawyer turned entrepreneur in the immersive media space, encompassing gaming, augmented and virtual reality and space design. Her company, MeshMinds, has created immersive experiences with partners such as the UN Environment Programme, Meta and Apple, building climate awareness and cultural literacy amongst millions of youth around the world. In 2023, at ArtScience Museum in Singapore, she launched ‘Sky Farm Island’, Roblox's first sustainable farming game set in Asia to motivate children to cultivate and consume healthy homegrown food; and ‘Aquasia’, an immersive metaworld inspiring young minds about future human habitats amid rising sea levels. Kay also provides strategic guidance on designing ‘games for good’, education in the metaverse, digital sustainability, and the future of art and creativity
Russell Reed
Conservation program manager at Virunga National Park. He is also a founding member and former Head of Sustainability and Impact at Sway.
Interdisciplinary environmentalist dedicated to fostering a more equitable environmental movement. Conservation program manager at Virunga National Park, Africa's oldest and most biodiverse national park. Building a US subsidiary enterprise commercializing conflict- and deforestation-free food products from Congolese farmers to foster peace and economic development around the park. Founding member and former Head of Sustainability & Impact at Sway, winner of the Tom Ford Plastic Innovation Prize, where he helped bring a seaweed-based plastic replacement to market entry. Involved in equity-driven environmental initiatives, including spearheading an Indigenous-led seaweed industry in Colombia with the Sustainable Ocean Alliance and advising glass recycling and coastal restoration efforts in Louisiana. Graduated magna cum laude from Harvard with highest honors in Geography & Development and a secondary field in African Studies & Kiswahili, becoming the university’s first geography graduate in over 70 years. Also received his master's as part of the inaugural Anthropocene Studies cohort at the University of Cambridge.
Interdisciplinary environmentalist dedicated to fostering a more equitable environmental movement. Conservation program manager at Virunga National Park, Africa's oldest and most biodiverse national park. Building a US subsidiary enterprise commercializing conflict- and deforestation-free food products from Congolese farmers to foster peace and economic development around the park. Founding member and former Head of Sustainability & Impact at Sway, winner of the Tom Ford Plastic Innovation Prize, where he helped bring a seaweed-based plastic replacement to market entry. Involved in equity-driven environmental initiatives, including spearheading an Indigenous-led seaweed industry in Colombia with the Sustainable Ocean Alliance and advising glass recycling and coastal restoration efforts in Louisiana. Graduated magna cum laude from Harvard with highest honors in Geography & Development and a secondary field in African Studies & Kiswahili, becoming the university’s first geography graduate in over 70 years. Also received his master's as part of the inaugural Anthropocene Studies cohort at the University of Cambridge.
Disha Ravi
Climate and environmental justice activist who founded Fridays For Future India in 2019
Disha Ravi is a climate and environmental justice activist who founded Fridays For Future India in 2019. She was named as "The Climate Change Agent" in the Forbes Women Power List in 2021 and as one of the 9 Indian climate warriors paving the path for a more sustainable tomorrow by Vogue India.
Disha became an activist after seeing her family impacted by the water crisis she became an activist advocating for better policies and governance for the climate and environmental sector. Disha is a writer, passionate about making sure the voices of MAPA (the Most Affected People and Areas) are heard in climate conversations.
Disha Ravi is a climate and environmental justice activist who founded Fridays For Future India in 2019. She was named as "The Climate Change Agent" in the Forbes Women Power List in 2021 and as one of the 9 Indian climate warriors paving the path for a more sustainable tomorrow by Vogue India.
Disha became an activist after seeing her family impacted by the water crisis she became an activist advocating for better policies and governance for the climate and environmental sector. Disha is a writer, passionate about making sure the voices of MAPA (the Most Affected People and Areas) are heard in climate conversations.
Larissa Pinto Moraes
Executive Director at Engajamundo
A black woman from the Brazilian Amazon region, Larissa acts as one of the heads of Engajamundo, a youth-led organization that works with social and environmental issues. In her climate justice activism, she is interested in discussions about the impacts that climate crisis has on marginalized groups and the power of resilience these communities have on withstanding and protecting the environment.
A black woman from the Brazilian Amazon region, Larissa acts as one of the heads of Engajamundo, a youth-led organization that works with social and environmental issues. In her climate justice activism, she is interested in discussions about the impacts that climate crisis has on marginalized groups and the power of resilience these communities have on withstanding and protecting the environment.
Laya Pthunuri
Award winning innovator, scientific researcher and environmentla conservationist
LAYA IS AN AWARD-WINNING INNOVATOR, SCIENTIFIC RESEARCHER AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATIONIST, BRIDGE-BUILDING BETWEEN TECHNOLOGICAL PROPOSALS AND PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION.
Laya has been passionate about our planet since the young age of 12, researching urban agricultural methods and strengthening the aquatic mangrove ecosystem near her hometown in India. She developed sustainable solutions such as an exhaust filter to neutralize vehicular emissions, microbial fuel cell to generate electricity and natural clay-based 3D printing inks that are affordable and accessible to everyone.
Laya collaborated with the Rowland Institute at Harvard to examine the phenomenon of locust invasion through an engineering lens. She also studied the future of the sustainable pulp and paper industry in a European context with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and is currently formulating antibacterial water filters for small-scale vertical farms at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Laya presented her work at the 7th Undergraduate Research Academy and spoke at the occasion of World Food Prize Leadership Summit – Borlaug Dialogue 2020. Laya’s efforts earned her the following honors: National Child Award for Exceptional Achievements 2016, YONO SBI 20 under 20 ‘Promising Game Changer’, National Geographic Young Explorer 2020 and DARWIN200 Leader.
LAYA IS AN AWARD-WINNING INNOVATOR, SCIENTIFIC RESEARCHER AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATIONIST, BRIDGE-BUILDING BETWEEN TECHNOLOGICAL PROPOSALS AND PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION.
Laya has been passionate about our planet since the young age of 12, researching urban agricultural methods and strengthening the aquatic mangrove ecosystem near her hometown in India. She developed sustainable solutions such as an exhaust filter to neutralize vehicular emissions, microbial fuel cell to generate electricity and natural clay-based 3D printing inks that are affordable and accessible to everyone.
Laya collaborated with the Rowland Institute at Harvard to examine the phenomenon of locust invasion through an engineering lens. She also studied the future of the sustainable pulp and paper industry in a European context with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and is currently formulating antibacterial water filters for small-scale vertical farms at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Laya presented her work at the 7th Undergraduate Research Academy and spoke at the occasion of World Food Prize Leadership Summit – Borlaug Dialogue 2020. Laya’s efforts earned her the following honors: National Child Award for Exceptional Achievements 2016, YONO SBI 20 under 20 ‘Promising Game Changer’, National Geographic Young Explorer 2020 and DARWIN200 Leader.
Jeremiah Thoronka
Inventor and innovator. A UN Fellow and speaker at key climate change events
Jeremiah, raised in Sierra Leone amidst energy poverty, created Optim Energy at 17—a device generating clean power from heat, vibrations, and weather. His innovation electrified over 1,500 citizens and 9,000 students from 2017 to 2022. Expanding his impact, he's now piloting a mini solar grid for free electricity in Makawo. Garnering global recognition, Jeremiah won the 2021 Global Student Prize and other accolades for his development work. A United Nations Fellow and a speaker at key climate change events, he's active in climate and clean growth networks while pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Innovation and Sustainability.
Jeremiah, raised in Sierra Leone amidst energy poverty, created Optim Energy at 17—a device generating clean power from heat, vibrations, and weather. His innovation electrified over 1,500 citizens and 9,000 students from 2017 to 2022. Expanding his impact, he's now piloting a mini solar grid for free electricity in Makawo. Garnering global recognition, Jeremiah won the 2021 Global Student Prize and other accolades for his development work. A United Nations Fellow and a speaker at key climate change events, he's active in climate and clean growth networks while pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Innovation and Sustainability.
Mitzi Tan
International spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Phillippines, the Fridays For Future of the Philippines
Mitzi Jonelle Tan is a full-time climate justice activist based in Metro Manila, Philippines. She is the convenor and international spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), the Fridays For Future (FFF) of the Philippines. She is also an organizer with FFF International and FFF MAPA (Most Affected Peoples and Areas) making sure that voices from the Global South are heard, amplified, and given space. A strong voice on anti-imperialism, anti-colonization, and the intersectionality of the climate crisis, she is committed to changing the system and building a world that prioritizes people and planet, not profit, through collective action.
Mitzi Jonelle Tan is a full-time climate justice activist based in Metro Manila, Philippines. She is the convenor and international spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), the Fridays For Future (FFF) of the Philippines. She is also an organizer with FFF International and FFF MAPA (Most Affected Peoples and Areas) making sure that voices from the Global South are heard, amplified, and given space. A strong voice on anti-imperialism, anti-colonization, and the intersectionality of the climate crisis, she is committed to changing the system and building a world that prioritizes people and planet, not profit, through collective action.
Gareth Thomas
PhD MRSB, and is a versatile academic at the NHM recognised for his impactful research
Gareth Thomas, PhD MRSB, is a versatile academic at the Natural History Museum in London, UK, with expertise spanning diverse environmental science fields. He's recognised for his impactful research, evident through publications in respected journals and participation in prestigious international conferences.
Dr. Thomas' contributions extend to the commercial sector, where he has pioneered a groundbreaking data-licensing initiative at the Natural History Museum, fostering collaborations with global organisations across various industries.
His passion for biodiversity and environmental conservation shines through his active involvement in policy development, public outreach, and advocacy. Dr. Thomas influence resonates in his contributions to national and international policy papers, as well as his participation in panel discussions with youth climate and nature activists. His multifaceted approach and extensive network establish him as a key figure in environmental science, conservation, and biodiversity, leaving an enduring legacy.
Gareth Thomas, PhD MRSB, is a versatile academic at the Natural History Museum in London, UK, with expertise spanning diverse environmental science fields. He's recognised for his impactful research, evident through publications in respected journals and participation in prestigious international conferences.
Dr. Thomas' contributions extend to the commercial sector, where he has pioneered a groundbreaking data-licensing initiative at the Natural History Museum, fostering collaborations with global organisations across various industries.
His passion for biodiversity and environmental conservation shines through his active involvement in policy development, public outreach, and advocacy. Dr. Thomas influence resonates in his contributions to national and international policy papers, as well as his participation in panel discussions with youth climate and nature activists. His multifaceted approach and extensive network establish him as a key figure in environmental science, conservation, and biodiversity, leaving an enduring legacy.
