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🌱✨ Women's leadership in climate change is not just a matter of representation; it's a strategic necessity. ✨🌱#iwd2024 Data and experience show that female leaders often bring distinct qualities to the table—qualities that are crucial in the fight against #climatechange. They exhibit a profound care for nature, a strong desire to take actionable steps, and the ability to make significant changes happen. Moreover, women tend to approach environmental policies with a sense of altruism, perceive risks with caution, and prioritize long-term rewards over short-term gains. From the commitment of leaders like Jacinda Ardern, Christiana Figueres, Jennifer Morgan who declared climate change an emergency and took decisive actions, to the proven impact of female-directed companies performing better in environmental sustainability, the evidence is clear. Women are not just participants in the climate conversation; they are essential drivers of change. As we continue to face the ever-growing challenge of climate change, let us celebrate and champion the inclusion of more women in decision-making roles at climate summits and beyond. Let's embrace the diversity of thought, experience, and leadership style they bring to the table. Together, we can forge a more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive future for our planet. Each of us has a role to play in promoting gender-balanced leadership and decision-making, not only for the sake of equity but also for the effectiveness and resilience of our global response to climate change. Let's commit to advocating for more inclusive representation at all levels of decision-making, for today and for future generations. 🌍💪 https://lnkd.in/eNdJ8BVV

At The Aspen Institute, we recognize how the climate crisis disproportionately impacts women and girls around the world, exacerbating inequalities and injustices. This Women’s History Month and in every month of the year, we seek to empower and uplift the voices and women and girls working in climate. The following book, podcast, and discussion recommendations center the intersection between women and the climate crisis, addressing geography and gender, energy justice, ecofeminist, anti-racism, and more! In Women and Climate Change: Examining Discourses from the Global North, Nicole Detraz asks where women in the global North figure in the picture, what that means, and why it matters. Interviewing women living in the global North who work in the climate change sphere, Detraz examines the crucial links between notions of climate change and gender—in particular, how women are portrayed in climate change debates. Her book offers the suggestion, and the hope, that identifying connections between ideas of gender and climate change might also alter our vision of a livable future. In Love Your Mother: 50 States, 50 Stories, and 50 Women United for Climate Justice, Mallory McDuff lifts up the stories of women working toward a viable future. As a mother and a professor of environmental education, McDuff wanted to give her two daughters and her students a road map to engage in climate justice in their communities, rather than be left feeling paralyzed by the enormity of the problem. In Diversifying Power, energy expert Jennie Stephens argues that the key to effectively addressing the climate crisis is diversifying leadership so that anti-racist, feminist priorities are central. By highlighting the creative individuals and organizations making change happen, Diversifying Power provides inspiration and encourages transformative action on climate and energy justice. In Mother of Invention, former Irish president Mary Robinson, comedian and writer Maeve Higgins, and series producer Thimali Kodikara dig into the biggest climate issues of our time with love, laughter and memorable storytelling. The podcast series gives focus to the stories of black, brown and indigenous women and girls who have been innovating from the front lines of climate change for generations — all over the world! At Aspen Ideas Climate, Aspen Future Leader Alumni Wawa Gatheru spoke on the session “Women and Girls are a Critical Climate Solution”, where she joined other panelists to discuss the burden on women and girls from the climate crisis—particularly in securing resources like food and water—and how their innovation and ingenuity can be major contributors to climate solutions. #FutureLeaderClimateFellows #FutureLeadersClimateSummit #WomensHistoryMonth #AspenIdeasClimate #ecofeminism #womenandclimate #climatejustice #energyjustice #womeninclimate

This week sees the celebration of World Environment Day, on June 5th, and World Ocean Day, on June 8th, both valuable reminders of the need to mitigate the impact of climate change and ensure a healthy planet for future generations. Research shows that women are disproportionately affected by the climate crisis, being 14-times more likely than men to die in a climate change-related disaster. Yet, women are underrepresented in national and global climate negotiating bodies, making up only 34% of delegates at the recent COP28, the annual UN-organised conference on climate change. Women are also underrepresented in environmental and conservation sciences, accounting for only 33% of the authors on recent reports for the International Panel on Climate Change, the world’s leading scientific body on climate change. If we are to find meaningful solutions to protect our environment and oceans, then it is crucial that the unique experiences and perspectives of women are heard. Indeed, several studies have already shown that climate-related community projects initiated by women are more effective and have better outcomes than projects implemented without a woman’s contribution. For example, Wangari Maathai, who pioneered reforestation and women’s rights in Kenya, made the link between deforestation and the livelihoods of local communities. She chose to educate and empower women as an effective solution for reforestation. Jane Goodall, who has worked tirelessly throughout her career to protect chimpanzees, has also focused on motivating and educating local communities to restore forest habitat. The success of their visions has been achieved by collaborating on a grassroots level, demonstrating that women are more than capable of being part of the solution to the problems they are facing. At Mothers in Science, we want to inspire the next generation to protect the environment, by sharing stories of some of the amazing women who are fighting to save our planet and their future. This week, we have republished the #SciMomJourneys shared over past years by incredible mothers in STEMM who are making a difference to our planet and protecting our oceans (check our previous posts). You can also check out our Traiblazers webpage, where we share the biographies of famous mothers in STEMM who have made pioneering contributions to our environment. Visit our website to learn more and spread the word! #WorldOceansDay #WorldEnvironmentDay #WomenInSTEM References https://lnkd.in/esiehNM https://lnkd.in/e-cPVxBW https://lnkd.in/gEjxAWPx https://lnkd.in/ebMVxCRN https://lnkd.in/eYX5FNUb

Africa's Women's Day Awareness Virtual Celebration 2024! REGISTER at: www.bit.ly/awd2024 Theme: "African Women Rooted in Climate Change Awareness: Celebrating African Women Leading the Climate Change Revolution." Event Date: Wednesday, July 31st, 2024 Event Time: 17:00 - 20:00 (5 PM - 8 PM) CAT/GMT+2 How much do you know about Climate Change and its effects? The earth's life-sustaining capacity is diminishing due to human-induced environmental changes, necessitating urgent action. Climate Change poses severe health risks and disrupts ecosystems, prompting a crucial need for heightened awareness and decisive measures. The COP28 meeting held last year in the UAE underscored the global urgency for climate action. In response to this urgency, the African Union has taken significant strides by formulating the ‘Climate Change and Resilient Development Strategy and Action Plan (2022-2032). The objective of this Strategy and Action plan is to provide support to the most vulnerable communities and groups, addressing their specific challenges in responding to the adverse impacts of climate change. It also underscores the significance of social inclusion, recognizing the pivotal roles played by African women, youth, and Indigenous People as catalysts for change in shaping and propelling climate responses across various levels. “African Women Rooted in Climate Change Awareness" stands as a tribute to the extraordinary endeavors of African women leading the charge in climate change awareness and action. Throughout July 2024, from the 1st to the 31st, we will illuminate the collective influence wielded by 31 African women, highlighting their contributions to fostering climate resilience and promoting sustainable practices. In a world grappling for solutions, these women epitomize the resilience and ingenuity deeply embedded in African heritage. We are resolute in our commitment to inclusivity, going green, and harmonizing our voices with those of exceptional African women in this realm. Through this event, We aim to enhance awareness about the current climate situation and facilitate impactful conversations, educating more Africans on measures to fortify our climate resilience with the assurance that this will galvanize greater numbers of Africans to undertake meaningful actions. DO YOU KNOW AN AFRICAN WOMAN MAKING WAVES IN CLIMATE CHANGE AWARENESS AND ACTION? Nominate Her Using the Link below using the Link: bit.ly/nominations2024 LET'S CELEBRATE HER! We invite you to join us in this celebration! Registration is free! So bring your family, friends, colleagues, and social media community to register, and celebrate with us! The virtual event broadcasting platform is Zoom. We will also stream live on other social media platforms! With your registration, you will be receiving exciting and “must-know” updates, including an updated list of speakers at the event and the final program. REGISTER AT: www.bit.ly/awd2024 Cc: Joy Zenz Adaeze Egbunine

Women as Agents of Change Despite their vulnerability, #women are not passive victims of #climatechange ; they are also powerful agents of change and resilience. Women around the world are leading efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change, as well as to address the loss and damage caused by its impacts. Women's traditional knowledge, adaptive skills, and community networks make them well-suited to develop and implement innovative solutions to climate-related challenges. Women are at the forefront of sustainable farming practices, disaster risk reduction initiatives, and climate adaptation strategies that help build resilience and reduce #vulnerability in their communities. International #Women's day provides a platform to honor and celebrate the leadership and contributions of women in addressing climate change-induced #lossanddamage . It is a day to recognize the resilience, creativity, and determination of women who are working tirelessly to protect the environment and build sustainable communities. By highlighting women's role in climate action, International Women's Day can inspire others to support and empower women in their efforts to address climate change and its impacts.

At Climate Week NYC 2023, I had the opportunity to sit on a panel of female climate leaders. The topic of our panel was “Disproportionate Impacts – How Women are Poised to Have an Outsized Effect on Climate Action.” As I was preparing for that panel, I did a lot of research on the effect of climate change on women, and their role in driving climate impact. For #IWD24, I want to share some of those insights. In a 2022 article in the Harvard Business Review (linked below), authors by Jamie L. Gloor, Eugenia Bajet Mestre, Corinne Post, and Winfried Ruigrok, wrote about the disproportionate impact of climate change on women, and how it “exacerbates existing gender inequalities and vulnerabilities…[due to] social, economic and political marginalization.” This is not idle conjecture. According to the United Nations: ➡️ 70% of the 1.3 billion people living in conditions of poverty are women. ➡️ Women predominate in the world's food production (50-80 per cent), but they own less than 10 per cent of the land, making them uniquely susceptible to climate impacts on food production. ➡️ By 2050, “climate change will push up to 158 million more women and girls into poverty and lead to 236 million more women into hunger.” But women are also having disproportionate impact on climate mitigation. ➡️ A recent report from the Weinreb Group on chief sustainability officers (CSOs) in the U.S. revealed that between 2011 and 2021, women went from holding 28 percent CSO positions to 54 percent of CSO positions (94% increase). This trend carries through lower ranks as well. By 2020, women held more than 50% of vice president, director, and manager level sustainability roles. ➡️ A 2021 BIS working paper found that companies with “enhanced gender diversity within their staff exhibited a 5% greater reduction in CO2 emissions than those where men held the majority of managerial roles.” ➡️ 2019 study published in the European Journal of Political Economy suggested that countries with more female politicians pass more ambitious climate policies. The Harvard Business Review article by Gloor, et al, reinforces this. The authors cite several studies finding that women have smaller carbon footprints and greater interest in protecting the environment than men – and that these values and practices translate into their corporate roles. According to the article, “studies show that organizations with more female executives and board members have better performance in terms of both environmental impact and broad corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals.” I see every day how the leadership strengths of women – consensus building, humility, empathy, compassion — are force multipliers when it comes to driving climate action. I’m proud to stand alongside the many women putting their time, energy, and intellect toward making a disproportionate impact.  https://lnkd.in/g9PxasfK

The global launch of #WomenLeadingonClimate at #NYCClimateWeek with We Mean Business Coalition's María Mendiluce, and Jennifer Morgan Laurence Tubiana Ana Toni Ester Baiget Patricia Espinosa Cantellano Sophie Flak Marina Freitas Grossi Pamela Farrell Venzke Kyung-Ah Park Ilona Szabó de Carvalho Vanessa Butani Jessica Anderen Helen Watts Sandrine Dixson-Declève Kathleen McLaughlin and so many other fearless women was not only an extremely inspiring event (check out the show of force in the group shot below 💪!), it was personally motivating. Huge thanks to Ørsted for hosting and to Eurazeo, Potential Energy Coalition, and Columbia Climate School for supporting (btw - we are accepting more sponsors and funders to help scale country networks). The facts are clear: Women and girls are 2.5 times more likely to push for climate action. We see this every day - in boardrooms, in Cabinet rooms, in negotiating rooms, in classrooms, in communities, and on the streets. But some days it can feel very lonely. As one courageous leader put it at our event, "Many will say, why is that woman pushing so hard for climate action again?" But being with all these incredible women, women leading on climate in every country around the world, who are courageous and pragmatic and empathetic, reminded me that we're never alone. And that together, we can fight business as usual and entrenched interests, and we can win. And winning is the best thing possible. It means a cleaner, more prosperous, fairer future for everyone. This is not an exclusive movement and it builds on and supports the work of so many others (and we appreciate men supporting strong women!). Our first order of business is to support our Brazilian Women Leading on Climate network and push for more ambitious and actionable national climate plans including (#3xrenewables, doubling of energy efficiency and transitioning away from fossil fuels) into #COP30 next year. To find out more and to sign up, go to https://lnkd.in/gmjhVxYx. Join us! Together we can move further, faster! 💪 💪 💪

Women are leading the charge on climate—and at every stage of life! At #COP29 this week, a groundbreaking moment took center stage: the launch of Women Leading On Climate, a powerful network of women and girls committed to creating real, impactful climate solutions and driving a new era of leadership. According to the campaign, women are: 2.5 times more likely to demand that governments take action on climate 60% more likely to use their voices for the greater good As Solitaire Townsend’s latest Forbes article shows, women over 50—climate icons like Wangarĩ Maathai and Jane Goodall—have been laying the groundwork for decades. Their leadership only grows more impactful with age, experience, and resilience. These incredible women are urging us all: invite them to speak, ask their opinions, and listen to their wisdom. Read more about their legacy and contributions here 👇: Women Leading On Climate Action (Who Are Over 50-Years-Old) https://lnkd.in/dxppwxpz

🌍 Celebrating Women Leading the Climate Battle 🌱 In the complex equation to solve our global crisis, we must consider climate, biodiversity, resources, and the human factor. Today, let's shine a spotlight on 8 incredible women at the forefront of the climate battle. They're either pioneering concrete solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and curb global warming, fortifying communities against climate impacts, or championing fairness and equity in climate action, addressing the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable communities. Meet the women changemakers paving the path towards a sustainable future: Carine de Meyere: In 2021, she sparked the Hurry Up Group, rallying 225 change-makers to combat the sluggish progress in climate solutions. Elise Buckle: With her talented and diverse global team, she cultivated a network of 300+ partners, advocating for inclusion and diversity at every level of decision-making, forging unity for climate solutions. Flávia Maia: Engaged in diverse networks worldwide, her mission is to nurture the next generation of climate leaders—individuals who value emotions as much as emissions. Happy Itros Sanga: Each year, Happy supports 10-15 school dropout girls in kickstarting their eco-businesses through her organization, fostering sustainability and empowerment. Nasha Ayelen C.: Leading projects organizing local and regional climate change conferences, connecting over 350 organizations and empowering 10,000+ members in Latin America. Rumee Singh: Currently streamlining efforts for timely humanitarian responses to aid vulnerable households in flood-prone regions. Sandrine Dixson-Declève: Founder of the World Trade Organization Environment Committee, implementer of the first Environmental Management System on a nuclear facility, she recently co-authored Earth4All to accelerate systemic changes for climate. Victoria Herrmann: working to increase access to heritage adaptation and transforming conservation as a field to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. These extraordinary women aren't just addressing the challenges; they're shaping a future where sustainability and equity thrive. Join us this week as we unveil the portraits of 25 women paving the way towards a sustainable future! Discover all their portraits now on our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEZYPT-f #womenforchange #empowerment #sustainableworld #climatechange

Given my passion for empowering women and driving impact, what better time than #internationalwomensday2024 to share -- I've joined Watershed in the mission to accelerate the climate economy!  Why does climate change matter for women? Sarah H., UN Women Deputy Executive Director a.i., framed it best:  “Climate change is creating a downward spiral for women and girls”...“We need to transform economies away from extraction and pollution and integrate women’s rights into all aspects of climate policy and financing. UN Women is calling for feminist climate justice, and a world in which everyone can enjoy their human rights, and flourish on a planet that is healthy and sustainable.” (link below) > On a global scale, we’ve seen “highest ever” rising sea levels, temperature extremes, and mass migration of peoples. > At home, my children often check the Air Quality Index (AQI) before going outside and “fire season” has become normalized. The urgency is clear and Watershed is at the forefront of helping companies close the loop between climate data and climate action.  With a top-line goal to eliminate 500 megatons of CO2 emissions per year (1% of current global emissions), Watershed was founded on the belief that over the next 25 years, every part of our economy will transform to run on zero carbon. Leading companies such as Walmart, General Mills, BlackRock, and ServiceNow are leveraging Watershed’s enterprise sustainability platform, audit-ready sustainability data, and climate expertise to measure, report, and act with confidence. It's a hopeful time as the world’s largest economies, both national and corporate, are mobilizing on climate - to meet economic pressures, regulatory requirements, and build businesses that will win in the transition to a zero-carbon economy. I'm excited to help put climate data and actions to reduce impact at the center of decision making. And I cannot wait to introduce my network to this mission driven, customer-obsessed team of visionaries and climate experts who care deeply and are optimistic about the health of our planet.  Thank you to mentors and friends in this journey, for inspiring me by your path and helping me understand how I can help:  Joan Doyle Foley, Nakeyshia Kendall Williams, Will Anastas, Julie Castro Abrams, Audrey (Lowder) Martinez, Charles Lloyd, Matthew Repking, Kathleen (Kelleher) Angres, Mitchell Slater, LJ Sinsley, Amy Lithgow, Rolf Schmitz, Jeremy Grzywa, & Katie Ferrick. And thank you to those at Watershed who inspired me to join you in this important mission during the interview process: Kelsey Wolf, Taylor Francis, Dan Miller-Smith, Paul Goodman, Charlotte Woods, Charles Bergevin, & Carli Cassel! Stay tuned, a lot to come here! #sustainability #ghgprotocol #climateaction