Climate KIC Academy

Let’s accelerate the transition

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Why partner with us?

1-in-8 workers have the green skills needed to support this transition.
$60.4 bn corporate training market set to be worth by 2028
79% of business leaders recognise green skills as essential
55% have programmes in place to develop them

The global shift towards a sustainable economy requires skilled leaders who can navigate the complexities of systemic change. Yet, despite 79% of business leaders acknowledging that green skills are crucial, only 55% are actively implementing or planning green skills programmes. This gap leaves a significant portion of the workforce without the necessary training, slowing progress toward a sustainable future.

About Climate KIC

With over 15 years of experience addressing systemic barriers to sustainability, Climate KIC has launched the Climate KIC Academy — an initiative that equips individuals and organisations with the skills to lead the green transition. Climate KIC Academy offers a unique blend of leadership development and transversal skills necessary to support the transition towards a more sustainable future.

Benefits of partnering with Climate KIC Academy

  • Advance climate leadership: Help shape the future of sustainability by co-developing programmes that bridge the green skills gap.
  • Access a global network: Connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and grassroots advocates who are driving change.
  • Enhance organisational impact: Strengthen your company’s sustainability efforts through leadership training and collaboration.
  • Brand visibility: Position your organisation as a leader in climate action through event sponsorships and thought leadership opportunities

Partnership opportunities

We offer a range of collaboration options to align with your organisation’s goals and expertise:

  • Curriculum co-development: Help design and deliver training programmes that address critical sustainability challenges.
  • Corporate training programmes: Provide customised leadership development programmes for your employees.
  • Event sponsorship: Gain visibility by sponsoring our workshops, summits, and networking events.
  • Research and innovation collaborations: Work with us on research to shape the future of green leadership.

Stories from the Field: Climate KIC Academy in Action

How to become a partner

Joining the Climate KIC Academy as a partner is a simple and impactful process:

  1. Connect with us: Reach out to discuss your organisation’s sustainability and leadership goals.
  2. Identify collaboration areas: We’ll work together to determine the best partnership model for your needs.
  3. Formalise the partnership: Establish a framework for collaboration through agreements and action plans.
  4. Engage and lead: Start making an impact by participating in programmes, events, and joint initiatives.

Let’s drive change together

Be part of a movement that’s shaping the future of climate leadership. Join us in preparing individuals and organisations to lead the green transition.

Whatever form your interest takes, we’d like to hear from you. Tell us about your organisation and how you’d like to partner through our partnership interest form, and we’ll be in touch to explore what we can build together.

If you’re interested in us developing a customised learning experience for your team, reach out to Marina Gil Velasco and Pamela Ragazzi, Co-Directors of Education, to start the conversation.

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Learning partners

OnePointFive
Cultivating Leadership
ie University
ie University
Kite insights
SYMECO
unearthodox
OnePointFive
Cultivating Leadership
ie University
ie University
Kite insights
SYMECO
unearthodox
Testimonials
Participation in the Academy has been not only an honorable opportunity for the city of Rivne but also a valuable tool for rethinking governance approaches in the context of climate challenges. A systematic analysis of environmental issues, the integration of practical tools acquired during the training, and the adaptation of European experience in energy efficiency and sustainable planning provide the foundation for developing a long-term climate neutrality strategy.
It is essential to emphasize the importance of collective leadership, which is built on the synergy between government, business, civil society, and international partners, as well as the potential to attract grant resources and investments for the implementation of innovative technologies. Artem Hanuschak Deputy Mayor of Rivne, Ukraine (Partner)
Partnering with Climate-KIC was an outstanding experience for Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support. The Climate-KIC team members offered a wide range of recommendations to the Japanese participants, leveraging their extensive network within the climate tech community. Ryo Tokoshima Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support (DTVS) (Learning Partner)
Climate KIC has been a valued partner to Kite Insights in building the knowledge, skills and connections needed to accelerate climate action. Our collaboration has included capacity-building initiatives through the 'Going Beyond ESG' workshop modules, bringing our complementary expertise in learning and systems change together. We’ve also had the opportunity to convene important conversations together, including Activating Workforce Wisdom We’re proud to be part of Climate KIC’s Academy ecosystem and to share an ambition to equip people and organizations with the capabilities needed to navigate and accelerate the transition ahead. Sophie Lambin Chief Executive & Founder – Kite Insights (Learning Partner)
What we appreciate most of our collaboration with the Climate KIC Academy is their willingness to create space for a different kind of conversation on green skills, one that could hold the urgency of the transition while also asking deeper questions about systems, power, innovation, investment and justice. The Academy helps bring together a thoughtful and diverse group of people, and enables a space where more systemic and imaginative perspectives can be taken seriously. Anca Damerell Director of Innovation – Unearthodox (Learning Partner)
Ryo Tokoshima