Women Shaping the Future of Energy and Climate

In the world of energy and climate, women are making big waves. LinkedIn is a goldmine for finding these influential voices. These women are not just talking about the weather. They are leading the charge in science, business, policy, and more. They have a lot of followers. They post regularly. And they don't just share updates. They offer insights, analysis, and fresh perspectives. These women are shaping the conversation around energy and climate. They are making it easier for everyone to understand and engage with these important issues. Take Katharine Hayhoe, for example. She is a chief scientist who makes climate science easy to understand. She posts about climate risk, adaptation, and the power of communication. Her book, Saving Us, is a must-read. It shows how rigor and empathy can go hand in hand in climate discourse. Then there's Ayana Elizabeth Johnson. She is a marine biologist and policy strategist. She is known for centering justice and oceans in climate conversations. Her posts range from ocean science to political narratives. She co-edited All We Can Save, a foundational reading in climate circles. In the business world, Kate Brandt is a standout. She is Google's Chief Sustainability Officer. She posts about big tech's approach to energy use, data centers, and net zero strategy. Her posts offer an inside view of sustainability at scale. Emilie Oxel O'Leary is another influential voice. She leads a solar and wind recycling firm. Her posts explain decommissioning, circular supply chains, and the importance of addressing waste in renewables. Vaishali Nigam Sinha is a co-founder of ReNew, one of India's largest renewable energy companies. Her posts blend India's domestic energy challenges with global finance and policy developments. Katja Wünschel is a senior executive who has held major leadership roles across RWE and E. ON. Her posts touch on renewable deployment, corporate strategy, and the realities of Europe's grid transformation. Grace Stanke Vanderhei is a nuclear engineer at Constellation. She is best known for making nuclear energy accessible to broad audiences. Her posts share insights about nuclear operations, plant tours, and the need for young engineers in the sector. Erika H. Myers is a global expert on electric mobility and charging infrastructure. She leads transportation electrification work at the World Resources Institute. Her posts cover fleet electrification, grid implications, and real-world deployment challenges.Julia Hamm spent two decades leading the Smart Electric Power Alliance. Her posts offer perspective on grid modernization, electrification, and institutional change. Abby Hopper is a former President and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association. Her posts highlight policy fights, tradeoffs, and political dynamics behind solar deployment. Sama Bilbao y Leon is Director General of the World Nuclear Association. Her posts provide global nuclear updates, regulatory insights, and commentary on innovation. Emily Kirsch is the founder of Powerhouse. She is known for supporting early-stage climate companies and shaping climate venture capital conversations. Her posts highlight founder stories, investment trends, and structural barriers to scaling innovation. Dawn Lippert leads Elemental Impact and co-founded Earthshot Ventures. Her posts feature entrepreneurs tackling difficult decarbonization problems alongside reflections on funding, risk, and systems change. Amy Harder is Executive Editor of Cipher at Breakthrough Energy. She is known for distilling complex policy into sharp, readable analysis. Her posts cut through the noise to focus on what developments actually mean for markets and implementation. Julia Pyper is a journalist and strategist. Her posts focus on narrative framing, political signals, and the forces shaping public perception of clean energy. Tatiana Mitrova is a leading global expert on Russian energy markets. Her posts break down how geopolitics shapes energy markets. Anne-Sophie Corbeau is one of the world’s most respected LNG and gas market specialists. Her posts provide timely commentary on European gas markets and global supply chains. Damilola Ogunbiyi leads Sustainable Energy for All. Her posts focus on development finance, equity, and international cooperation. Eve Tamme runs Climate Principles. Her posts cover EU ETS reform, voluntary markets, Article 6, and the practical realities of carbon markets. Sophia Kianni is the founder of Climate Cardinals. Her posts emphasize youth leadership, global negotiations, and inclusion. McKenna Dunbar is a climate advocate. Her posts emphasize intersectionality, representation, and inclusive movement building. Eduarda Zoghbi is a sustainability strategist. Her posts highlight climate finance, emerging economies, and negotiations. Jennifer Granholm is the former U. S. Secretary of Energy. Her posts reflect on technology deployment, workforce development, and lessons from government execution. Anna Sobczak is a senior policy officer at the European Commission. Her posts provide Brussels insight that cuts through institutional noise.