Meet our experts

Discover unique insights from Climate Group's leading experts on how we’re globally driving climate action, fast.

Their work and expertise spans across our key areas of focus including energy, heavy industry, food, transport and built environment.

Contact our media team to arrange an interview with any of our experts.

With over 20 years of expertise in government and corporate engagement, Helen is an experienced leader on international climate and humanitarian issues. She's dedicated to advancing the transition to net zero through strategic collaborations and initiatives. Keynote speaker and media voice on climate and energy issues, and board member of the We Mean Business Coalition.
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• "Energy and food security, the ability to insure our homes, economic productivity, it's all at risk." Helen responds to the Copernicus Global Climate Highlights Report which stated that 2025 was the third hottest year on record, marking the first time a three-year period has exceeded the 1.5°C limit. See her commentary in Sky News, Bloomberg, Climate Home News.
• Helen responds to Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch's pledge to extract all oil and gas out of the North Sea: "Badenoch's policy is a damaging statement for the UK's economic and industrial prospects"
• Why Climate Week NYC matters more than ever this year.
• "India has realised that economic growth can be achieved without relying on fossil fuels," Helen told The Press Trust of India while discussing India's NDC ambition and climate finance.
• Helen responds to the UK's Climate Change Committee's report showing a new pathway to a decarbonised UK.
• Helen responds to Tony Blair's 'false binary' when he suggests that we have a choice between climate strategies of either phasing out fossil fuels.
• At COP29 Helen spoke with EQT Group on climate finance, policy barriers, and the systemic change needed for a sustainable future.
• Helen and Annie Heaton, CEO of Responsible Steel, wrote for Reuters on how certification against an international standard is crucial for the steel industry's progress toward net zero.

Champa leads on the strategy, development and growth of Climate Group's work with governments and the expansion of its climate policy positioning, with expertise in collaborating with multilateral financial institutions, regional development banks and subnational governments. She also leads the Under2 Coalition, the largest network of subnational governments committed to reaching net zero emissions. Contact Champa

• Champa joins the 50 Shades of Green podcast to discuss the impacts of COP29 and what it means for states and regions.
• Champa jargon-busts climate finance talks at COP29, including missed opportunities and what lies ahead in the lead-up to COP30.
• Are the Sustainable Development Goals still relevant in the fight against climate change?

Angela brings over two decades of political and policy management experience, most recently as Undersecretary of the California Natural Resources Agency. Contact Angela

• Angela on the "Trump-proof" U.S. NDC announcement during our latest LinkedIn Live event.
• $20 billion from EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund builds local climate capacity
• Angela reflects on EPA's finalization of light-duty vehicle standards

Mike leads our portfolio of global campaigns that are designed to secure climate commitment and action from the world’s most influential companies: from growing demand for renewable energy, electric vehicles and low carbon steel, to investing in smart energy systems including cooling technologies and LED lighting. Contact Mike

• In Transport+Energy, Mike urges the EU to maintain the 2025 CO2 emission target and implement a legally binding fleet mandate for companies to electrify their fleets.
• Opportunities in the transition: Leaders convene in Seoul to unlock industrial decarbonisation

Divya brings over 25 years of experience as an international climate expert, trainer, executive leader, programme manager and client advisor. She specialises in climate resilience, sustainable urban development planning and energy transition. Contact Divya

• Divya discusses the key role businesses play in driving decarbonization and which industries are leading the fight against climate change in India.
• In her Hindustan Times op-ed, Divya highlights the urgent need for India’s budget to allocate sufficient resources for climate action.
• Climate Group responds to India's Union Budget announcement on climate and energy

Luke has built his senior strategic comms and public affairs experience from working across the climate, energy, technology and manufacturing sectors. He is passionate about improving global engagement with businesses and governments, developing the practice of climate comms in order to drive faster climate action. Contact Luke

• Luke's interview with Dr. Thomas Becker, VP Sustainability and Mobility Strategy, BMW Group
• Podcast: Luke on the role of corporate comms in tackling climate change