Globally, climate leadership at all levels of governance are facing increasing political challenges and barriers to implementation of new climate policies. Despite growing scientific consensus on the importance of climate action, international climate negotiations continue to stall.

In spite of all of the headwinds, now is the time for climate leadership. 

The Climate Leadership Conference 2026, Brave Leadership in Uncertain Times for Nature and Climate, will bring together diverse policy voices leading exciting, new, and affirmative visions for our shared climate and environmental future.

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Panel discussion at Harvard Kennedy School with five people seated on stage, five audience members, and a large screen behind showing the event's title, 'Climate Leadership Summit 2025.'
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