Director Climate, Sustainability & ESG, Chapman Tripp

Kate Wilson leads Chapman Tripp's Climate, Sustainability & ESG advisory, focusing on climate and ESG policy, law, and strategy. She has extensive experience advising both public and private sectors and is well-versed in global and local climate and ESG developments.

Before joining Chapman Tripp, Kate was Head of Climate Action at the Sustainable Business Council, representing over 150 of New Zealand’s largest companies on climate policy and strategy. She led their response to the first National Adaptation Plan. Kate's previous roles include international lawyer, diplomat, climate change negotiator, and Private Secretary to the Minister of Climate Change. She is a sought-after speaker and adviser on climate and ESG issues.