Women in Climate

How many times have we talked about the lack of representation – at every level? There’s no question women play a significant role in how the world functions. But they’re often undervalued and unappreciated. And now, more than ever, everyone needs to be brought into the conversation to fight the climate crisis. Here are some brave women who’ve made their voices heard, despite the odds.

Ayana Elizabeth Johnson is a marine biologist and policy expert from Brooklyn.
She's co-founder of Urban Ocean Lab, an NGO that creates equitable, practical climate and ocean policies for the future of coastal communities.


Canadian scientist Katharine Hayhoe is making a difference with her research which is focused on assessing the impacts of the crisis on human interactions and the natural environment.
She develops innovative strategies that translate future projections into relevant actions.


Another climate scientist who is doing important work is Corinne Le Quere, a professor at the University of East Anglia. She studies how oceans remove carbon from the atmosphere.
Outside the lab, she is convincing policymakers to implement science-driven climate policies.


Without people like Lizzie Daly and her love for the natural world, audiences worldwide are unaware of the fragility and fierceness that exists in the natural world. The wildlife biologist, explorer, and filmmaker from Wales travels around the world documenting nature. She's worked on numerous TV productions.


Marine scientist from Oman, Rumaitha Al Busaidi has spent years advocating for environmental youth leadership and gender equality. She’s helped develop the concept of integrated aquacultures in the promotion of food security in her country.

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