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Climate Leadership Initiative

Climate Leadership Initiative

The climate crisis touches every aspect of human life

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Scaling global philanthropy to accelerate climate solutions

Climate affects every aspect of our lives, from the air we breathe, to the food we eat, to the plants and animals that make up our ecosystems. Climate change isn’t only an environmental issue — it’s a human issue that deepens existing problems like poverty and health and hits vulnerable communities the hardest. 

The opportunity is as great as the threat. Scientists agree that if we act quickly, we can prevent the worst outcomes related to an overheating planet and ensure a healthier and more equitable future for generations to come.

Philanthropists are key to building a better future. With their ability to be agile, take risks, and bring leverage, philanthropists play a critical role in climate solutions. Yet, less than 2 percent of global philanthropic giving goes to tackling the climate crisis. The Climate Leadership Initiative (CLI) provides philanthropists with advisory services that help them find their path to climate impact.

Clarity in Climate Giving

CLI provides advisory services to help philanthropists find their path to impact. By matching interests and passions with solutions, CLI helps donors cut through the complexity to identify meaningful and exciting funding opportunities.

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Network Opportunities

We help philanthropists come together, learn from one another, and work collaboratively to scale solutions. Connecting with philanthropists experienced in climate is a great way to jumpstart learning and impact.

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Philanthropy in Action

Philanthropy accelerates and scales climate solutions to maximize impact. Read how philanthropy helped block new coal plants and retire the existing fleet—reducing emissions, improving air quality, and saving lives.

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