Women in Climate: Disrupting the Status Quo

This event explores how women leaders are challenging conventional approaches to climate action, with particular focus on the innovative methodologies that create breakthroughs where traditional approaches have stalled. The discussion will directly explore building climate ambition toward COP30 and financing inclusive climate transitions through women-led initiatives and perspectives.

Outline Agenda:
The evening begins with networking (5:30PM), followed by a facilitated 60-minute panel discussion (6:15PM) exploring how women are disrupting climate leadership and driving transformative solutions. This leads into structured, action-focused networking (7:15PM) designed to foster meaningful connections and potential collaborations between participants.

Speakers:
– Gillian Burke – Biologist & BBC Presenter (Springwatch), Cool Earth Trustee
– Isabel Felandro – Head of Global Programmes, Cool Earth
– Lucy Erickson – Strategic Communications Leader, Oxford Smith School (Moderator)
– More speakers to be announced

Intended Attendees:
The event brings together female climate innovators, sustainability professionals, business leaders, and policy advocates interested in alternative approaches to climate action. We’re creating an intimate space for meaningful exchange between established and emerging women leaders.

Objectives/Outcomes:
– Highlight successful women-led climate solutions that challenge conventional wisdom
– Foster a network of women leaders collaborating on innovative climate approaches
– Generate actionable insights on financing inclusive climate transitions
– Position Cool Earth’s people-first approach within broader climate discussions
– Establish a foundation for ongoing collaboration between women climate leaders beyond this single gathering