Annual Report 2024

With the launch of three new Chapters in 2024, the Climate Governance Initiative’s network achieved coverage of one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions. This report covers the many ways in which the Initiative is supporting this network of 33 individual Chapters to empower and activate more than 100,000 board directors to take bold climate action across the world.

“Among our many milestones this year was the launch of our global Ambassadors group: individuals drawn from our Chapter and partner network whose expertise and influence are amplifying the reach of our work. These ambassadors are leaders of our cause, catalysing engagement and fostering collaboration across industries and regions to drive systemic change.”

Emily Farnworth, Executive Director, Climate Governance Initiative and CEO, Chapter Zero Alliance

“As the Founding Partner of the Climate Governance Initiative in 2019, the World Economic Forum is proud of the collaboration to empower board directors on the climate and nature agenda. The Initiative’s objective to improve climate governance globally is well aligned with the Forum’s mission to foster public-private partnerships and engage companies in addressing global challenges such as climate change to build a more sustainable and inclusive future.”

Gim Huay Neo, Managing Director, Centre for Nature and Climate, World Economic Forum

Annual Report 2023

The Climate Governance Initiative grew from a presence in 4 countries to over 70 countries in just three years. Our first Annual Report tells the story of the Initiative’s journey from the idea of creating a network for, and led by, board directors, to a flourishing network of Chapters focused on driving impact that brings climate action into boardrooms across the globe.

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“From a small start-up into a well-established global network, the Climate Governance Initiative has grown exponentially in the past three years and I am immensely proud of its progress. Our ability to reach business leaders across 71 countries gives us a big opportunity to push for change and we do not take lightly our responsibility to do so.”

Julie Baddeley, Chair of the Governing Board, Climate Governance Initiative

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“The Climate Governance Initiative has ambitious goals that will make a real difference to the impact that boards can make to the climate crisis. Our network can create the stewardship mindset that is vital if we are to make the impactful changes required to mitigate and adapt to climate change.”

Alexandra Bolton, Director of the Climate Governance Initiative