Monica Araya

Monica Araya is a distinguished expert in environmental management and climate policy, currently serving as a Distinguished Fellow at ClimateWorks Foundation, where engagement in strategic development for the Drive Electric Campaign and responsible practices in transition minerals is emphasized. As a Governing Board Member at Meliore Foundation, Monica provides strategic advice to enhance global communications funding and collaborates with philanthropic partners. In addition, Monica holds a position on the Board of Directors at the Natural Resource Governance Institute, contributing to governance and strategic discussions. With extensive experience as a Senior Strategist at Utgard AS and a former Executive Director at the European Climate Foundation, Monica has advised numerous global initiatives, including the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions and has co-led various climate actions, enhancing the effectiveness of zero-emission vehicle campaigns. Monica's academic background includes a PhD in Environmental Management from Yale University and advanced degrees in Environmental Management and Economic Policy.