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What if every company had a climate target and a plan to meet it?
The Climate Governance Initiative empowers board directors on every continent to take climate action by enhancing their knowledge and skills in climate governance. Our rapidly-growing network of Chapters in over 70 countries worldwide reaches more than 100,000 board directors.
Our work builds on the World Economic Forum’s Principles for Effective Climate Governance.
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What we offer
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Climate Governance Hub
Key knowledge and resources for board directors from the Climate Governance Initiative and its global network of Chapters. Includes briefings, case studies, videos, podcasts and guides.
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Courses
Climate and Nature in the Boardroom is our 30 minute introduction to climate change and effective climate governance.
Our Chapters also offer approved climate governance courses for board directors.
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Events
Online and in-person events, webinars and networking opportunities from the Climate Governance Initiative and its Chapters.
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Networking
Meet peers in your region and become part of a global network of chairs, non-executive and independent directors.
Networks in 73 countries worldwide
Latest News
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Announcing an updated “Climate and Nature in the Boardroom” course, now available in Spanish
The Climate Governance Initiative has launched an updated and expanded online course for board directors, now titled “Climate and Nature in the Boardroom“. This free, interactive, 30-minute programme provides a concise introduction to climate change and the associated business risks and… More →
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“Building the foundation of a truly global and influential movement”: Climate Governance Initiative marks five years of climate action in 2024 Annual Report
The Climate Governance Initiative has published its 2024 Annual Report, summarising an exceptional year in the organisation’s five-year journey. More →
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Climate Governance Initiative transitions to independent charity
From 1 February 2025, the Climate Governance Initiative is embarking on a new stage in its development. To support its continued growth, the Initiative’s team is moving from its current host, Hughes Hall (University of Cambridge), to a new home,… More →
Read more: Climate Governance Initiative transitions to independent charity
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Climate Governance Initiative receives funding from the Generation Foundation to drive climate action in financial services
The £1 million grant will enable the Initiative to launch a new programme to support board directors in financial services The Climate Governance Initiative has received £1m in funding for a new programme leveraging the critical role of private finance… More →
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