Climate Council Ambassador (Volunteer Leadership Position)

4WARD.earth's Global Climate Network is seeking Climate Council Ambassadors (volunteer role) to shape a global climate ecosystem. This position allows experienced professionals in climate and sustainability to connect with leaders, share insights, and influence initiatives. It offers personal and career benefits, including network expansion and visibility. Participation is flexible and primarily asynchronous, making it suitable for busy professionals. The role is remote, with no fixed location requirements.
Help shape one of the world's largest global climate ecosystems.

Are you passionate about accelerating climate action while expanding your professional network and visibility?



4WARD is seeking experienced professionals from across the climate, sustainability, energy and environmental sectors to join our Climate Council & Ambassador Program: https://4ward.earth/climate-council-ambassadors



This is not a traditional volunteer role. It's an opportunity to become part of a carefully selected group of leaders helping shape the direction of one of the world's fastest-growing global climate ecosystems while building meaningful relationships with fellow founders, investors, corporate leaders, policymakers and innovators.

About 4WARD4WARD is a global ecosystem connecting more than 20,000 climate, cleantech, energy and sustainability professionals across 90 city hubs in 100+ countries. Together, we're helping break down silos and create meaningful connections between the people building the future of climate innovation.



Who We're Looking ForWe're building a diverse, multi-stakeholder Council and welcome applications from professionals across the ecosystem, including:

Climate, sustainability and energy investors

Corporate sustainability, ESG and innovation leaders

Energy, environmental and climate professionals

Startup and scaleup founders

Government and municipal representatives

Universities, researchers and academia

Accelerators, incubators and ecosystem builders

Consultants and specialist service providers

NGOs, nonprofits and mission-driven organisations

Other experienced professionals passionate about advancing the climate transition



We're especially interested in applicants who enjoy collaborating, sharing knowledge and helping strengthen the wider ecosystem.



What You'll DoAs a Climate Council Ambassador, you'll help shape the future of the 4WARD ecosystem by:

Sharing strategic feedback and industry insights

Helping guide future events, initiatives and platform development

Connecting with leaders across sectors and geographies

Supporting collaboration across the global ecosystem

Participating in occasional online discussions and ambassador meetings

Representing and championing the ecosystem within your professional network



What You'll GainJoining the Climate Council offers significant personal and career benefits:

Join a curated network of global climate leaders

Build relationships with founders, investors and corporates

Expand your professional visibility and personal brand

Priority speaking and showcase opportunities

Features across the 4WARD platform, newsletter and LinkedIn

Exclusive access to a private Ambassador network

Early access to new tools and platform features

Influence the future direction of a global climate ecosystem

Recognition through an official Climate Council Ambassador profile badge

Whether you're looking to expand your network, discover new collaborations, raise your profile or contribute to the future of the climate ecosystem, this programme provides a unique opportunity to do all of the above.



Time CommitmentThis role is designed for busy professionals.



There are no rigid KPIs or weekly commitments. Most participation happens asynchronously through our private platform, with optional online discussions and occasional ambassador meetings throughout the year.

ApplyLearn more about the Climate Council & Ambassador Program:: https://4ward.earth/climate-council-ambassadors

Submit your application to be considered for the founding cohort:: https://circle.4ward.earth/c/ask-the-community/climate-council



Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Membership is selective to ensure a highly engaged and diverse group representing the full climate ecosystem.