Dr. Katharine Hayhoe: A renowned atmospheric scientist, Hayhoe has dedicated her career to studying climate change and helping communities develop resilience strategies. She consistently emphasizes the importance of communication in bridging the gap between science and the general public.
Dr. Saleemul Huq: A leading voice from the Global South, Huq specializes in the interface between climate change and sustainable development, focusing on the least developed countries. He’s pivotal in discussions about climate justice and resilience in vulnerable nations.
Cristina Rumbaitis del Rio: A senior associate at the Rockefeller Foundation, del Rio has worked extensively on the 100 Resilient Cities initiative. Her efforts revolve around creating urban solutions for climate change resilience.
Alice Hill: Formerly with the National Security Council during the Obama administration, Hill has been instrumental in weaving climate resilience into U.S. national security policies. She’s a respected voice on the legal and policy dimensions of climate resilience.
Mary Robinson: The former president of Ireland, Robinson now leads the Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice. Her work champions human rights-based approaches to climate change, focusing on vulnerable populations.
Sweta Chakraborty: Renowned for her risk and behavioral scientist background, Chakraborty emphasizes the human dimensions of climate resilience. She routinely speaks on the systemic risks climate change poses to societal structures.
Mark Kenber: Known for his role with The Climate Group, Kenber has been at the forefront of initiatives promoting clean technologies and driving urban resilience planning.
Jessica Hellmann: As the Director of the Institute on the Environment at the University of Minnesota, Hellmann’s research focuses on adaptation and resilience strategies for ecosystems and societies in the face of climate change.
Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd: A meteorologist and former President of the American Meteorological Society, Shepherd bridges the gap between atmospheric science and the public. He champions understanding weather extremes and urban climate resilience.
Mindy Lubber: As the CEO of Ceres, Lubber works at the intersection of business leaders, investors, and policymakers to promote sustainability and climate resilience. Her advocacy emphasizes the economic imperatives of climate preparedness.
