Renata Koch Alvarenga
Empower your organization with insights from Renata Koch Alvarenga—Forbes Under 30 honoree, UN speaker, and global climate leader driving gender equality in climate action.
Why book Renata Koch Alvarenga for your next event
- Harvard-trained public policy expert with extensive fieldwork experience in climate finance, resilience, and international development, bridging research with real-world solutions.
- Forbes Under 30 honoree and UN keynote speaker, shaping the global conversation on climate justice, gender equality, and corporate sustainability through influential platforms.
- Access cutting-edge insights from a Harvard-trained expert in climate finance and policy, equipping your team with the tools needed for responsible and resilient leadership.
Book a transformative keynote with a Forbes Under 30 honoree, Harvard-trained climate leader, and UN-recognized advocate. She empowers organizations with cutting-edge insights on gender equality, youth leadership, and climate action—helping businesses drive sustainability, inclusivity, and long-term impact in a changing world.
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Keynotes
Keynote by Renata Koch Alvarenga: Gender & Climate Justice: Bridging the Gap for a Sustainable Future
Climate change disproportionately impacts women and marginalized communities, yet their voices remain underrepresented in decision-making spaces.
This powerful talk explores the critical intersection of gender equality and climate action, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive policies that empower women and girls in the fight against climate change.
Drawing on real-world examples, including work done through EmpoderaClima, this session presents strategies to integrate gender justice into climate solutions and emphasizes the importance of women’s leadership in building sustainable, resilient communities.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the connection between gender equality and climate resilience.
- Learn how to promote gender-inclusive climate policies at the local, national, and international levels.
- Gain practical insights on empowering women in climate decision-making.
Keynote by Renata Koch Alvarenga: The Power of Youth Leadership in Climate Action
Young people are leading the charge in the global climate movement, challenging systems and advocating for urgent action.
In this inspiring talk, Renata shares how youth can drive meaningful change through grassroots activism, political engagement, and innovative solutions. She highlights stories of young leaders who are shaping the future of climate action, with a special focus on my own experiences empowering youth and women in Latin America.
This session offers a call to action for harnessing the potential of the next generation to address the climate crisis.
Attendee Results:
- Learn how youth leadership is transforming the global climate narrative.
- Discover ways to engage young people in climate activism and decision-making.
- Gain practical tools for fostering youth-led climate initiatives.
Keynote by Renata Koch Alvarenga: Disaster Risk Finance & Resilience in the Global South
With the increasing frequency of climate disasters, the Global South faces unique challenges in disaster preparedness and recovery.
This talk explores the role of disaster risk finance in building resilience in vulnerable regions, focusing on financial instruments like catastrophe bonds and climate insurance. Drawing from her recent work in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, where we are addressing disaster risk for women, this session delves into strategies for strengthening climate resilience through innovative financial solutions.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the importance of disaster risk finance for climate resilience.
- Learn about innovative financial mechanisms to address climate-related disasters.
- Explore case studies of successful disaster preparedness programs in Latin America.
Keynote by Renata Koch Alvarenga: Gender & Climate Education: Empowering Girls for Climate Action
Education is the key to empowering the next generation of climate leaders.
This session highlights the importance of gender-responsive climate education and how it can empower girls to take an active role in climate action. Renata will share insights from her work with EmpoderaClima, where they provide climate education for girls in Brazil and Latin America, and discuss how global and local education systems can better integrate climate action and gender equality into curricula.
Attendee Results:
- Learn how gender-responsive education can accelerate climate solutions.
- Discover effective strategies for integrating climate and gender education in schools.
- Understand the critical role of girls and young women in driving climate action.
Keynote by Renata Koch Alvarenga: Global Climate Policy: Navigating the UNFCCC & COP Spaces
Understanding the intricacies of global climate policy is essential for driving real change.
In this talk, Renata provides an insider’s view of the UNFCCC and COP negotiations, offering a deep dive into how international climate agreements are shaped and the role of stakeholders in influencing policy outcomes.
Drawing on her experiences at COP26 and other global events, she'll outline the key dynamics at play and discuss how civil society, youth, and women’s groups can effectively engage in the policy-making process.
Attendee Results:
- Gain insights into the structure and functioning of UNFCCC and COP negotiations.
- Understand the role of various stakeholders in shaping climate policy.
- Learn strategies for effectively participating in global climate discussions.
Renata Koch Alvarenga
Empowering Women in Global Climate Leadership
Keynote Speaker Renata Koch Alvarenga is a globally recognized leader in gender equality, youth leadership, and climate action. A Forbes Under 30 honoree and Harvard-trained public policy expert, she has spoken at prestigious global events, including the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW65), where she was the first young Brazilian to speak at the opening session alongside the UN Secretary-General. She was also nominated by Malala Yousafzai as a young leader to watch at COP26, recognizing her pioneering work in climate justice.
As the founder of EmpoderaClima, a youth-led initiative focused on empowering women in climate decision-making, Renata is at the forefront of integrating gender equity and sustainability into global discussions. She has worked with UN Women, the World Economic Forum, Bloomberg, the World Bank, and other top organizations, bringing real-world expertise in climate diplomacy, corporate sustainability, and ESG strategies.
Book Renata Koch Alvarenga for your event to gain forward-thinking insights on sustainable leadership, DEI-driven innovation, and climate resilience. Her dynamic keynotes inspire companies to future-proof their strategies, engage the next generation of changemakers, and drive meaningful, lasting impact in a rapidly evolving world.
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