Ten Tuck MBA students are set to attend COP28 in Dubai as Dartmouth delegates. They will observe UNFCCC processes and work on a study project related to climate pledge accountability. Since 2009, Tuck has consistently sent student delegations to these conferences.
Alumni Insights Post-COP Participation
Several Tuck alumni who previously attended COP shared their experiences and the impact it had on their careers:
- Melina Sánchez Montañés (T’20): Now working in climate VC in Berlin, Melina emphasizes the significance of attending COP in shaping her career, focusing on climate financing and adaptation technologies.
- Posie Holmes (T’21): Currently at Bain & Company, Posie reflects on the diversity of perspectives at COP and its influence on her professional focus on climate issues within Bain.
- Tobin Krieg (T’21): A Principal at Falcon Ventures, Tobin stresses the importance of collaboration between business leaders and policymakers, a lesson he took from COP.
- Kaitlin Horan (T’22): Working at Synop, Kaitlin values her COP experience for the insight into climate negotiations and their complexities, which has guided her current role.
- Kevin Yuan (T’20): At Nike, Kevin’s takeaway from COP was the evolving nature of the climate space and the need for business and policy leaders to define future protective measures for the planet.
- Cristian Molina Cornejo (T’21): At NextEra Energy, Cristian underscores the realization of the vast work needed in emissions reduction, influencing his investment focus post-MBA.
- Eva Greene (T’22): Eva’s role in climate impact investing was influenced by her participation in COP, emphasizing the real-world application of her learnings.
- Sam Gant (T’22): Sam highlights how COP attendance was a motivating factor in being an informed agent of change in the private sector.
Each alum shares a common thread: COP significantly influenced their career paths, reinforcing the importance of sustainable practices and climate action in their professional and personal lives. Their experiences underline the value of Tuck’s active involvement in global climate discussions, shaping future leaders in sustainability and social impact.
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