Climate Catalyst

Climate Catalyst is an international non-profit organization founded in 2021, dedicated to addressing significant climate challenges by reducing emissions from heavy industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, it operates with a remote-first team across Europe, India, and Indonesia, under the leadership of CEO Stephen Hale. The organization focuses on high-impact challenges over multi-year cycles, fostering collaboration among businesses, investors, and civil society to drive policy change and shift financial resources away from high-polluting activities. The mission of Climate Catalyst is to create a just and prosperous world while limiting global warming to 1.5°C. It emphasizes building trust and forming unlikely partnerships to mobilize political and societal will for decisive climate policies. Key activities include advocacy, communications support, and investor mobilization, with notable projects such as decarbonizing steel in Asia and restoring Europe's peatlands. The organization collaborates with various partners to enhance program success and amplify campaigns on critical climate issues.