The growing body of statistical evidence underscoring the critical role of women’s leadership in advancing sustainable and equitable solutions to combat climate change—benefiting families, communities, and the planet . Discover more insights in our Sustainability Stats here.
“You might think that the most significant parts of environmental efforts are recycling or energy reduction, but there’s a far more vital tool at work — women. This half of the population could be the key to effective change for the earth.” The Environmental Magazine
Women are leading the response to the climate crisis.
A 10 percent increase in female parliamentarians was associated with a 0.24 metric ton decrease in carbon dioxide emissions per capita—or roughly the equivalent carbon emissions avoided if the average American didn’t drive her car 587 miles per year. —Gender and climate change: Do female parliame...
According to the Brookings Institute, countries where women have higher social and political mobility emit 12% less C02 than their contemporaries. Brookings Institute, 2019.
