EP.256 Helen Clarkson on Business and Policy in the Global Climate Transition

This week on Energy Unplugged, we’re delighted to welcome Helen Clarkson, CEO of Climate Group. She joins Richard Howard, Aurora’s Global Research Director, to discuss the role of business and government in accelerating the transition to net zero.

Helen has led Climate Group since 2017, overseeing initiatives such as RE100, EV100, SteelZero, and the Under2 Coalition, which mobilise companies and governments worldwide to commit to ambitious climate goals. With over two decades of experience in climate and humanitarian work, she brings unique insights into how cross-sector coalitions can drive global action.

Main topics include:

• How business and government coalitions are driving faster emissions reductions
• The challenges of scaling renewables and integrating them into power systems
• The growing importance of 24/7 carbon-free energy and what to expect from Climate Week NYC