Summary
As climate risk reshapes global markets, investors and innovators alike are seeking actionable intelligence to navigate the next decade of transformation. The Sustainable1 Climate Summit, hosted by the S&P Global Climate Center of Excellence during San Francisco Climate Week, convenes leaders across investment, climate science, cleantech, enterprise and academia to explore how data, technology, and science can accelerate the transition to a resilient, low-carbon economy.
We invite you to hear from climate scientists, researchers, technologists, and industry practitioners as we explore how cutting-edge climate research and auditable data are being translated into decision-ready intelligence—from physical hazards like heat, flood, and wildfire, the financial valuation of climate, nature, and environmental risk, to the next generation of transition intelligence shaped by AI.
This event is not open to media. Reporters can contact sustainable1comms@spglobal.com if interested in speaking with a spokesperson.
Speakers
S&P Global Energy
Dr. Terence Thompson
Chief Scientist, Climate Center of Excellence, Sustainable1
Terry leads the overall climate science and socioeconomic strategy of the Science Team. He co-founded The Climate Service, leading the development of the TCS software platform and methodology using his over 20 years of experience in advancing climate analysis for industry. Prior to S&P Global, Terry led LMI's climate program, established the Intelligent systems Laboratory at Gould Electronics, and was the former VP of Energy & Environment at Metron Aviation (an Airbus subsidiary) serving as a principal investigator for many NASA and FAA environmental studies.
Terry holds a doctorate and masters in Biophysics from University of Rochester Medical School
S&P Global Energy
Lindsey Hall
Global Head of Sustainability Thought Leadership, Sustainable1
Lindsey Hall is Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Horizons, where she co-hosts the ESG Insider podcast and is a steering member of S&P Global's Diversity Research Lab.
She got her start in financial journalism writing for various Financial Times publications in London before joining SNL Financial in 2010, where she spent a decade covering financial news and regulation as a reporter and editor.
Lindsey holds a Masters from the London School of Economics.
S&P Global Energy
Thomas Yagel
Head of Sustainable1
Thomas Yagel is the Chief Operating and Product Officer for S&P Global Sustainable1. In this role, he is responsible for setting strategy and leading key initiatives across ESG Technology, Content, Research, Solutions and Product. Prior to taking the position with Sustainable1 in 2021, Thomas led the Corporates business with in Market Intelligence for the previous six years.
Thomas has an extensive background in both finance and technology. He joined S&P Global in 2007. In addition to his time in the financial information services industry, Thomas spent the first decade of his career in software product development and consulting primarily for global telecommunication firm Alcatel, but also in a handful of startup business.
Thomas holds an M.B.A. with honors in finance and accounting from New York University Stern School of Business and a B.S. in physics from the University of Virginia
S&P Global Energy
Megan Robinson
Director, Governance and Quality, Sustainable1
Megan leads the integration work of the Climate CoE, enabling cross-divisional climate research and climate-related initiatives. At The Climate Service, she served as Chief of Staff. Prior to S&P Global and TCS, she was the Chief Operating Officer at The Collider, a nonprofit focused on catalyzing market-driven climate solutions, and a Policy & Program Advisor at NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information.
Robinson holds an MPA from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, and an MS in Environmental Science from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.
S&P Global Energy
Danielle Montagne, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist, Climate Research and Portfolio Analytics, Sustainable1
Danielle's work focuses on developing hazard models related to extreme weather events and investigating the economic impacts of climate events. She has contributed to multiple research projects including prediction of drought events, wildfire conditions, probabilistic distributions of climate hazards, and temperature effects on GDP projections. Danielle recently graduated from Duke University with a Ph.D. in Sociology.
S&P Global Energy
Paul Atkinson
Sr. Account Director, Sustainable1
Paul Atkinson works with global corporations in the mining, oil and gas, and utility sectors on energy transition strategies and alignment with a low-carbon economy. He brings a wealth of research and commercial experience from across the energy value chain, having worked in renewable power development, midstream oil and gas, and as part of S&P Global’s Energy and Natural Resources team. As a member of Sustainble1, he brings to bear a comprehensive perspective of sustainable business practices to provide companies in hard to abate sectors an understanding of climate and nature-related risk to operations, corporate strategy, finance and credit, and regulatory requirements. As a Coloradan, you can find Paul outside of work exploring the deepest reaches of the Rocky Mountains.
S&P Global Energy
Bob MacKnight
Global Head of Product and Services, Sustainable1
Nathan Bengttson
Interim Director, Climate Resilience and Adaptation, PG&E
Nathan Bengttson
Hans Helbekkmo
Partner, Banking and Financial Services, Oliver Wyman
Hans Helbekkmo
Laura Bryce
Managing Director, Deloitte
Laura Bryce
Kelly Hereid
Head of Catastrophe Research and Development, Liberty Mutual Insurance
Kelly Hereid
Cindy Paladines
Head of Engagement & Senior Cross Asset & Sustainable Investment Analyst, TCW
Cindy Paladines
S&P Global Energy
Heather Jones
Director, Emissions Modeling, Center of Emissions Excellence, Sustainable1
Heather Jones, Director, Emissions Modeling, Center of Emissions Excellence, S&P Global Energy
Heather leads a team of greenhouse gas experts that work across divisions within S&P Global Energy to provide guidance and expertise related to greenhouse gases. Much of the team's work is focused on evaluating different assets and commodities on a life-cycle GHG intensity or supply chain carbon intensity basis. This work feeds into carbon accounted pricing assessments and other standalone products within S&P Global Energy. Heather's career interests involve standardization of emission quantification of supply chains, decarbonization opportunities and evaluating polices for effectiveness of climate goals.
Heather has had an extensive career ranging from deep expertise in greenhouse gas emissions and air quality to broader knowledge in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) metrics. Heather has done extensive consulting work in the past while owning her own consulting firm for over 15 years with clients ranging from small to major oil and gas operators to hydrogen producers to oil and gas associations. Heather also has extensive experience related to certified natural gas based upon a broad spectrum of ESG metrics. Heather holds a master's of applied science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of British Columbia and is an actively registered professional engineer with APEGA.
Panos Patatoukas
Professor, University of California Berkeley, Haas School of Business
Panos Patatoukas
Derek Beattie
Senior Solutions Architect, Nvidia
Derek Beattie
Sustainable1 Climate Summit: The Nexus of Climate Risk and Research Agenda
Terra Gallery - 511 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Location
What to Expect?
- Keynote Sessions--Leading climate scientists and researchers share the latest breakthroughs in physical‑ and transition‑risk modeling.
- Cross-Sector Perspectives—Hear from climate scientists, technologists, investors, and enterprise leaders—designed to connect the science, the data, and real-world decision-making.
- Hands‑On Workshop – Experience AI‑driven platforms that translate complex climate data into clear, investment‑grade insights.
- Networking Opportunities – Connect with senior decision‑makers from venture capital, institutional investment, enterprise, and research communities.
FAQ
S&P Global Around San Francisco Climate Week
In addition to our main hosted program featured above, S&P Global will be convening thought leaders virtually and throughout San Francisco. You can view our additional engagements below.
| Activation | Date | Time | Details | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop | April 22 | 2-4 PM | As exposure to extreme weather events and systemic climate hazards continue to rise, reliance on appropriate and reliable data is critical to investment and operational decision making. In this engaging workshop, gain a deeper understanding of the latest research from the S&P Global Climate Center of Excellence, and examine case studies with a spotlight on heat waves and flooding. | Register your interest > |
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