Charles Donovan

Charles Donovan is Visiting Professor of Sustainable Finance at the University of Washington and Honorary Practice Fellow at Imperial College London's Business School. He leads the Centre for Climate Finance and Investment at Imperial and is affiliated with the Grantham Institute. Previously, he served as Executive Director of the Centre for Climate Finance and Investment and Academic Director of the MSc Climate Change, Management, and Finance.

• Education: BA in Psychology (University of Washington), MBA (Vanderbilt University), Doctorate in Management (IE Business School)
• Professional Experience: CFO of a cleantech startup, Head of Structuring and Valuation at BP's Global Power division, Energy Policy Analyst at the US EPA

His research focuses on sustainable finance mechanisms, climate risk management, energy transition pathways, and the financial implications of decarbonization. Key areas include renewable energy financing, transition frameworks for carbon-intensive industries, and policy instruments to align capital with climate goals.

His publications emphasize the integration of climate considerations into financial systems, with a focus on emerging markets and policy-driven investment strategies. He has advised governments and corporations on climate finance innovation and risk mitigation.