07 Nov 2025
Survive and thrive: how smart businesses are preparing now for climate shifts
"Planning effectively for the transition to a net zero emissions world is an essential strategy for business survival", says Julie Baddeley
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03 Nov 2025
Leading through uncertainty: how the financial sector can build resilience with scenario thinking
“With the right tools and influence, the financial sector can drive business resilience and unlock climate-related opportunities – but only through strong governance and strategies informed by dynamic scenario analysis”, says Lucyna Stanczak-Wuczynska
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20 Oct 2025
AI and Climate: The Board’s Next Strategic Frontier
“Artificial Intelligence (AI) and climate change are not parallel disruptions — they are converging forces set to define the next decade of business. Together, they present a once-in-a-generation chance to redesign systems, accelerate innovation, and build resilience", say Liselotte Engstam and Fernanda Torre
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12 Oct 2025
Charting a Profitable Course in the Race for Clean Fuel
"The world’s oil demand is projected to peak by the end of 2030. Consistent investing in innovative technologies to advance clean, green or renewable energy is critical for the future stability of business and planet earth," says Colin Low
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08 Oct 2025
Strong, intuitive leaders can build more than just resilient businesses, they can transform society
"Businesses that work for profit, people and planet are within our reach: leaders just need expansive thought, innovation and ambition to get there", says Shailesh Haribhakti
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19 Sep 2025
Where are the smart investment opportunities?
Disruptive and positive change is reshaping global sectors and markets, but to stay competitive and drive long-term profitability, we must invest strategically in climate smart innovations today”, says D’Anne Hurd
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03 Jul 2025
Geneva 2025: Global board directors meet to accelerate climate and nature action
Leading board directors from across the Climate Governance Initiative’s global network gathered at the World Economic Forum in Geneva for an annual, collaborative meeting. More →
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27 Jun 2025
Nigeria Chapter launch brings global climate action to West Africa
The global movement for climate-competent boardrooms gained significant momentum this week with the official launch of Climate Governance Initiative Nigeria. More →
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19 Jun 2025
London Climate Action Week 2025
As London Climate Action Week 2025 draws closer, here we outline our aims for the week and share a round-up of the events where you’ll find our team. London Climate Action Week 2025 is a place where many conversations happen:… More →
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02 May 2025
Board directors and Chapter leads gather in Paris alongside annual climate action summit
Board directors and Climate Governance Initiative Chapter leads gathered in numbers last week in Paris, for a programme dedicated to supporting climate action in the boardroom. More →
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23 Apr 2025
Board directors highlight strategy-action gap on climate
Research reveals board directors prioritise growth and innovation to address climate challenges, but feel they can’t adequately influence action The Climate Governance Initiative and Kantar today publish Empowering board directors to drive climate action, a global study of 240 independent… More →
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28 Mar 2025
Insight | Corporate climate action and geopolitics: navigating turbulent times
The world is in flux. Geopolitical tensions, shifting policy landscapes, and the escalating realities of climate change are creating a complex environment for businesses. For board directors, this presents a significant challenge: navigating the current shifts creating uncertainty whilst ensuring… More →
Insights
21 Mar 2025
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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14 Feb 2025
“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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01 Feb 2025
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 →
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19 Nov 2024
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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