A key energy transition challenge is helping energy suppliers update and modernize their systems to account for growing dependence on renewable energy. The members of the ESIG (Energy Systems Integration Group), an education nonprofit, have developed technical and topical workshops, reports, white papers, fact sheets, technical and policy briefs, tutorials, and webinars and blog posts that help define and address engineering challenges. Their ongoing efforts are shaping the future of energy grids, making renewable energy integration a practical reality. Debra Lew, Executive Director of ESIG, describes the importance of the group’s work: “It’s about educating regulators and policy makers to understand a systems view of decarbonization. If you look at one piece in isolation, it won’t be as effective as a holistic view.” To learn more about ESIG’s efforts, check out our full “Impact Story” below. hashtag #renewableenergy #FutureOfEnergy #energyefficiency https://lnkd.in/d3b48_iW
Sequoia Climate Foundation
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We believe in a world powered by clean energy where people are protected by policy that averts the worst climate impacts
About us
Sequoia Climate Foundation believes in a world powered by clean energy, where all people are protected by policies that have averted the worst effects of climate change. We support ambitious organizations and coalitions catalyzing rapid emissions reductions, transforming global markets, and accelerating the transition to clean energy around the world.
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Danielle K.
Program Administrative Assistant at Sequoia Climate Foundation
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Marcus Thomson, PhD
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Legal Operations Professional with a passion for Trademarks and Contracts | ex-Vans, a division of VF Corp. & ex-Knobbe Martens
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Michelle Moersfelder
General Counsel at Sequoia Climate Foundation
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Sequoia supports global cooperation efforts to achieve a sustainable energy future. The International Energy Agency (IEA), an organization at the forefront of the global transition to clean energy, enhances global energy security, affordability, and sustainability through comprehensive analysis and global partnerships. One key aspect of IEA’s work revolves around bringing stakeholders together to network and to learn from experts about emerging best practices and standards in the energy industry. One example of this work is IEA’s Training Weeks, which bring together policymakers and industry experts, to learn about everything from appliances and equipment, to transport and buildings. IEA hosted three Training Weeks in 2023 alone. Melanie Slade, a Senior Programme Manager at the IEA, described the importance of the Training Weeks: “The Training Weeks are about the public good. Energy efficiency experts…are now connected to an international community of energy professionals, whom they might not have met had this training not existed. We designed it to be a long term investment …and we are proud of its success so far.” To find out more information about their work, visit our website. #energyefficiency #futureofenergy #cleanenergy
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Aggressively reducing super pollutants and phasing out fossil fuels could prevent four times more warming by 2050 than focusing on CO2 alone. Climate super pollutants such as methane, hydrofluorocarbons, ground-level ozone, nitrous oxide and black carbon are tens, hundreds and even thousands of times more powerful in trapping heat per pound than CO2. Most are also short-lived, so cutting them provides fast benefits for the climate while preventing trillions in climate impact costs and millions of deaths every year – especially in vulnerable communities. In a recent op-ed, Christie Ulman, President of Sequoia, and Dr. Gabrielle Dreyfus, Chief Scientist at the Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development (IGSD), argue that more funding must be directed towards addressing super pollutants if we want to minimize the effects of climate change and reverse a growing trend towards climate fatalism: “As costly climate change impacts painfully manifest across the United States and globally, the risk of climate fatalism can grow. Yet, the assumption that nothing can be done to limit climate change is simply incorrect. We know how to solve the problem and prevent the worst climate impacts.” #superpollutants #climatechange
We can fend off climate fatalism by limiting super pollutants
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On Tuesday, the Global Methane Hub announced a commitment of over $300 million in new funding to support methane emission reductions. The announcement was made during The White House Super Pollutants Summit, which convened philanthropies, policymakers, financial institutions, and representatives from the private and nonprofit sectors to discuss potent greenhouse gasses called super pollutants. The announcement reflects the growing momentum around reducing methane emissions, which are responsible for nearly 45% of current global warming. “Super pollutants have contributed to over half of recent warming. They also account for millions of annual deaths due to air pollution, which disproportionately affects vulnerable communities. Mitigating methane can help reduce 0.3°C and reduce health risks in the short term. The Global Methane Hub – and philanthropy broadly – are key players in continuing to accelerate our progress,” said Christie Ulman, President of Sequoia Climate Foundation. Sequoia is proud to support organizations and coalitions working to catalyze rapid and just emissions reductions around the world. https://lnkd.in/e-DN5vJC #superpollutants #methane #climatechange
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Sequoia Climate Foundation had the opportunity to kick-start London Climate Action Week 2024 with a reception that brought together climate leaders from the public sector, private sector and civil society. We were fortunate to be joined by two inspiring keynote speakers: Shirley Rodrigues, London's Former Deputy Mayor of Energy and Environment, and Emma Howard Boyd CBE. Shirley shared the story of London's success in halving roadside emissions in just 7 years through innovative and well-planned public policy. Emma offered reflections from her deep experience working at the intersection of climate, finance and policy. Thank you both! You have been vital catalysts for climate progress in London and further afield. We look forward to seeing many of you at New York Climate Week in September. #ClimateWeekNYC #LCAW #climatechange #energytransition
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Wealthy nations pledged $11 billion to boost The World Bank climate and development lending. While a step forward, it's still a small fraction of the estimated $2.4 trillion annual need for developing countries to transition to green energy. The announcement came at the end of the annual Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, where ministers met to discuss just transitions away from oil and gas at an event hosted jointly by the World Bank and Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance (BOGA). COP28 delivered a clear signal on the need to phase out fossil fuels — including oil and gas — to accelerate a just and equitable energy transition. Currently, there are no dedicated funds to support oil and gas-dependent economies that want to start planning for a transition. BOGA is working to change that, and we are announcing a doubling of the BOGA Fund, to $20 million over the coming 3 years—this catalytic support to countries is intended to help unlock public and private finance needed to support these transitions. — Christie Ulman, President of Sequoia Climate Foundation Decisive action is needed to align finance with the climate crisis and national commitments. Reforming the financial system's rules and incentives is key. #climatechange #energytransition
Rich nations pledge $11bn to World Bank for climate and global crises
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As I wrap up my inaugural #WBGMeetings during my first month as CEO of the Climate Investment Funds, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our partners for their invaluable contributions and meaningful exchanges throughout this week and to our dedicated staff for their proactive efforts in amplifying our mission. I applaud all individuals actively engaged in elevating our #climateaction ambitions, reducing emissions, and transitioning to #cleanenergy sources aligned with the 1.5-degree Celsius target of the Paris Agreement. Now, more than ever, we must be bold and courageous, targeting financial innovation, mobilizing #privatecapital and new sources of funding for climate action, integrating new technologies for the highest emitting sectors, and most of all, providing critical funding for the most vulnerable who need us most. Kevin KARIUKI, Tomas Anker Christensen, Christopher MacLennan, Ana María Ibáñez, Juan Pablo Bonilla, Matias Bendersky, Ambroise Fayolle, Barbara Buchner, Rene van Hell, Christie Ulman, Hannah McKinnon, Kate Hampton, Ana Toni, Dirk Meyer, Tomoyoshi Yahagi, Josué Tanaka
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Over the past decade, we've witnessed remarkable advancements in climate technology deployment and net-zero policies globally — but there's always more we can do. Our recent discussions as part of the 17 Rooms Initiative, supported by The Rockefeller Foundation and The Brookings Institution, have highlighted crucial barriers to achieving a swift and widespread climate transition. As we enter the ‘Decade of Deployment,’ it's clear that we need to address the social dimensions of deploying solutions rapidly and at scale. It's time to recognize the systems change that a just and equitable energy transition will have across many arenas including agriculture, education, and health — and build a future where people are the center of the energy transition. “To achieve the Paris ambitions, and embrace the reality of technological progress, a people-centered approach that prioritizes trust is key and processes must be inclusive.” At Sequoia Climate Foundation, we recognize the disproportionate impacts of the climate crisis on underserved communities and at-risk global populations in this and future generations. We're proud to prioritize solutions that meet fundamental human needs, cultivate trust, engage communities, and ensure clean energy benefits all. #climatechange #peoplecentered #cleanenergy
Hearts and Minds: We Need to Understand the Critical Role of Human, Social, and Institutional Leadership to Achieve the Goals of the 2015 Paris Agreements
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On 6 December at #COP28 India Pavilion, the Ministry of Power of India, Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Mission Efficiency, Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) organized a session - "Advancing Energy Efficiency to support Global Energy Transition." The gathering aimed to foster collaboration among key stakeholders, leveraging collective efforts to implement India's energy efficiency program and drive progress toward global energy transition goals. 🇮🇳 During the session, Abhay Bakre, Director General of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, highlighted the Voluntary Action Plan based on the 'Strategic Plan for Advancing Energy Efficiency Across Demand Sectors.' This plan outlines priorities for advancing energy efficiency by 2030, emphasizing the crucial role of the building sector in doubling energy efficiency. The President of the Sequoia Climate Foundation Foundation, Christie Ulman underscored the significance of financing projects dedicated to advancing energy efficiency. Brian Dean, Director, Energy Transition, at Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) said that there was a need for increased energy efficiency in India, emphasizing its significant contribution to a more energy-efficient world. The session included a compelling discussion on the role of regional and international platforms in promoting knowledge exchange, establishing robust monitoring systems, reporting mechanisms, investment mobilization strategies, and the importance of capacity-building programs. Alvin Jose Seema Paul Bishal Thapa CLASP Jean-Francois Gagne Satish Kumar Brian Motherway International Energy Agency (IEA)
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As we enter the second week of COP28, we are adding our voice to this statement calling for a 1.5°C-aligned outcome here in Dubai, including: 1. a just and equitable phase out of all fossil fuels 2. a tripling of renewable energy 3. a doubling of energy efficiency 4. the financing needed to deliver We join hundreds of leaders across civil society, and the public and private sector, echoing calls from around the globe to deliver the ambition required to avoid the worst impacts of the climate crisis. #cop28 #cop28uae #climatechange
Professor of Practice in Climate Policy, Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford Dean Emerita The Fletcher School, co-chair VCMI, director, advisor
Proud to sign this but wish it wasn't necessary. COP28 UAE #cop28uae #LaterIsTooLate