Johan Rockström Ph.D.

Dr. Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, has joined Conservation International as Chief Scientist and Arnhold Distinguished Fellow to accelerate collaboration on science-based solutions to fight climate change and biodiversity loss. Rockström is internationally recognized for his commitment to strengthening political support for natural climate solutions and advancing research on the critical importance of biosphere stewardship for climate stability. He is a professor in Earth system science at the University of Potsdam, a member of the European Commission expert group “Mission Board for Adaptation to Climate Change” and chair of the Earth Commission.