Jan-Willem van de Ven

About

With over 25 years of experience in the fields of climate policy, sustainable energy, and new business development, I am a passionate and innovative leader on international climate action. I recently joined the Green Climate Fund as Head of Policy. Previously I was the Head of International Climate Policy and Engagement at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), I leverage my in-depth knowledge and experience in climate finance, carbon markets, and technology to support impactful climate action programmes. My mission is to tackle the climate change problem with determination and tenacity, and to inspire and empower others to do the same.

Experience

• Head of Policy at Green Climate Fund
  Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

• Member Advisory Committee Initiative for Climate Action Transparency at Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT)
  Jan 2023 - Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

• EBRD (22 yrs)
  • Head of International Climate Policy and Engagement
    Mar 2022 - Jul 2025 · 3 yrs 5 mos

  • Head of Climate Finance and Carbon Market
    Oct 2017 - Mar 2022 · 4 yrs 6 mos

  • Head of EBRD - EIB Multilateral Carbon Credit Fund
    Aug 2003 - Mar 2022 · 18 yrs 8 mos

• Member of the KCI at Katowice Committee of Experts on the Impacts of the Implementation of Response Measures (KCI)
  Nov 2019 - Jul 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos

• Steering Committee Member at NDC Partnership
  Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo