Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration in Climate Funding

Collaboration in philanthropy is often key to getting results. When it comes to funding in the climate and environment space, this is especially important given the scale and complexity of the problem. Foundations and nonprofits are already gathering data, sharing knowledge and helping each other create strategies that are ambitious and complementary to the work that is well underway. To end the climate crisis, we have to follow their lead to move faster, think bigger, and work together.
We turn to both new and established leaders to learn more. As a long time climate funder, the Oak Foundation continues to support organizations around the world that guide economic, social and environmental development policies towards clean energy and an equitable future. To further enhance their impact, they also fund collaboratives such as the Global Commons Alliance, a multi-sector collaboration focused on systems change that empowers citizens, companies and countries to become stewards. The ClimateWorks Foundation was created in 2008 to increase philanthropic impact on climate change. Since then, it has helped funders invest in effective climate strategies around the world through collaborative global programs and services that scale solutions and produce results that bend the emissions curve. The Climate Leadership Initiative, a newly developed collaborative, is helping donors learn about the range of possible solutions, engage them with tailored giving opportunities, and connect them to a network of experts and peers. As one of the largest philanthropic efforts in history, strong partnerships will be integral to its success.
Speakers
Douglas Griffiths (Speaker)
Jennifer Kitt (Speaker) Climate Leadership Initiative , President
Charlotte Pera (Speaker) ClimateWorks Foundation , President and CEO
Nicholas Tedesco (Speaker)National Center for Family Philanthropy, President and CEO