Part of its commitment to making change happen, The Independent’s inaugural Climate 100 List identifies activists, philanthropists, business leaders and more who strive to make a mark with the climate emergency and the environment
The Climate 100 List, handpicked by The Independent, features 100 leading names and lesser-known figures from around the globe across a variety of different sectors — including science, academia, activism, philanthropy, sport, travel, business, tech, fashion and entertainment.
Each individual listed embodies The Independent’s own dedication and commitment to making change happen for global audiences, with environmental issues being at the core of The Independent’s journalism for nearly 40 years.
“For nearly 40 years, uncovering the critical issues surrounding climate change has been at the heart of The Independent’s journalism. With Climate 100, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals and organisations who are leading the way in tackling one of the most urgent challenges of our time. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to informing and inspiring action through stories that drive real change for the planet.” said Geordie Greig, editor-in-chief, The Independent
“This is a critical time for our planet in the midst of climate change, noting 2023 to have been Earth’s hottest year in recorded history. Climate change has always been a key priority in our reporting, as we continue our unwavering commitment to making change happen for our global audiences,” said Zach Leonard, chief operating officer, The Independent.
“We are proud to recognise those individuals and organisations who share our mission, and who continue to strive to make a difference in the world. With the Climate100 List, we hope we can instill hope in our readers as well as inspire them to do their part to combat climate change.”
The Climate 100 List arrives at a pivotal moment in the face of climate change, as the world continues to face climate disasters. As part of The Independent’s Climate 100 initiative, the team has joined forces with Cool Earth, an international NGO that partners with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities who live in the rainforest and who have a long history of effectively protecting rainforests.
Cool Earth is committed to protecting carbon-rich forests in the three largest rainforests in the world, which is the most scalable and cost-effective solution against the climate crisis.
Read the full list here.
