Now in its second year, the Climate 100 recognises 100 of the most influential, visionary, and impactful figures around the world working to fight climate change and accelerate climate justice, sustainability, and environmental innovation
The Independent Climate 100 List 2025 will be published online in September 2025, aligning with both NYC Climate Week and the United Nations General Assembly, culminating in a high-profile celebration on 23 September at Penn Plaza, New York City.
The event will be hosted by The Independent’s editor-in-chief, Geordie Greig, and bring together global change-makers, business leaders, scientists, policymakers, and activists for a day of storytelling, connection, and urgent action. Keynote speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Last year’s inaugural Climate 100 event featured a distinguished line-up of speakers, including former UK Prime Minister Theresa May, who joined leading climate scientists, activists, and business innovators to celebrate the first cohort of changemakers.
“This is a moment to spotlight the people who are taking bold steps to address the climate crisis — and to celebrate their ideas, their impact and their hope,” said Geordie Greig, editor-in-chief of The Independent.
“Now in the second year of Climate 100, we are excited to continue honoring leaders who are not just raising the alarm, but driving the solutions our planet urgently needs.”
“Climate 100 celebrates the individuals who are not only leading with innovation and courage, but inspiring others to act,” said Zach Leonard, COO of The Independent.
“Through bold journalism and global storytelling, we’re spotlighting those whose work is transforming the world — and motivating our readers to take action.”
