Karin Kemper

Independent Senior Advisor

Climate Change Working Group Co-Chair

Karin Kemper, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience, has significantly contributed to global environmental and natural resources management. Formerly the Global Director for Environment, Natural Resources and Blue Economy at the World Bank, she oversaw a portfolio exceeding US $12 billion, comprising investments, analytical work and international collaboration. 

Currently, she engages as a Senior Advisor focusing on climate finance and biodiversity. She also serves as a Special Advisor to the Chair of the International Standards and Sustainability Board (ISSB) and is a director on the board of IUCN-US. Kemper’s extensive background includes high-level roles within the World Bank, such as Senior Director of Environment and Natural Resources and Director of Climate Policy and Finance. An institutional economist by training, she has authored numerous publications on natural resource economics and managed comprehensive studies on environmental management globally. Kemper, a German national, possesses an educational background from Linkӧping University in Sweden and Maryland University of Integrative Health, holding a Ph.D. in Water and Environmental Studies, alongside M.Sc. degrees in Nutrition and Integrative Health and Herbal Medicine.