Balance won’t happen by chance. We need to create it, together.
Bristol Climate & Nature Partnership catalyses collective citywide action towards a zero carbon, nature-rich and socially just Bristol. We collaborate with policy makers, the public sector, businesses, charities, communities, and underrepresented groups. Helping them to design and implement their own responses to the climate and nature crises – in a fair, fast and inter-connected way.
We work with our 1,200+ member organisations towards our shared vision of a zero carbon, socially just Bristol where all our communities and nature thrive.
Our Values
We are committed to making change happen
We love working together
We hold hope and discomfort
We work sustainably
Supporting Members
Programme partner
The Partnership is committed to climate and nature action that has fairness at its heart. Find out about how we’re incorporating just transition into our work.
The Partnership’s Theory of Change outlines our vision for the city, and our specific role, activities and contribution to this overarching goal.
Lizzi leads the strategic development of the organisation and has overall responsibility for delivery of the business plan, working closely with our Board. She has experience developing and managing various projects and initiatives related to climate, nature and social justice. She is currently busy with her two little kids but excited to return in May.
Lizzi Testani (on maternity leave)
Chief Executive Officer
Vicki has stepped up from Head of Operations to cover the CEO role during Lizzi’s maternity leave, leading the strategic development of the organisation. Vicki has been involved with the Partnership since its early days. Her background is in arts and events production.
Vicki Woolley
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Amy leads the Community Climate Action Project, working collaboratively with project partners. Amy has extensive experience of developing and delivering learning and participation programmes in a variety of not-for-profit sectors. She has also volunteered as a charity trustee, school governor and community activist.
Amy Harrison
Head of Community Partnerships
Ceilidh manages member engagement, project communications, and delivery of our organisational climate action plan. Her background is communications, project and event coordination in the community and voluntary sector. Ceilidh enjoys dancing, cooking, spending time outdoors and sewing.
Ceilidh Jackson-Baker
Communications and Engagement Manager
Claire leads the organisation’s communications and the Climate Action Programme. She has a background in campaigning and communications, including for Amnesty International in both London and Hong Kong. She loves dancing, hiking up hills, and is also studying counselling.
Claire Jacob
Head of Communications and Partnerships
Reem provides administrative support across our events, activities and projects. Her background is in refugee resettlement, creative and nature-based workshop delivery as well as mental health support work. Reem is passionate about working towards an equitable and just society that protects and preserves our natural environment and wildlife.
Reem Khreisheh
Administrator
Rachel coordinates the Community Climate Action Project. She has a background in research, project management and community engagement with a range of interests spanning sustainable transport, placemaking, inclusion and the environment. Outside of work, Rachel is a keen cyclist, an amateur potter, and is always aspiring to spend more time by the sea and outdoors.
Rachel Mohun
Senior Coordinator
Anna coordinates the Mission Net Zero/Transforming Energy Together Project. Her background is in operations and social enterprise for community organisations in Bristol, and she recently completed her MSc in Sustainable Development focussing on community resilience and climate adaptation. Outside work, Anna enjoys long walks, gardening and being with her family.
Anna Ralph
Senior Coordinator
Hannah leads on HR, finance and operations, and is the Secretariat for the One City Environment Board. She has experience of partnership management and delivering large scale leadership programmes. Hannah is passionate about working collectively to tackle climate change. Outside of work Hannah loves great food, walking and hanging out with her kids.
Hannah Roddis
Interim Head of Operations
Bex coordinates engagement with local businesses through our Climate Action Programme. Her background centres around stakeholder engagement and events management. She saw the impacts of climate change on the natural environment first-hand during a trip in 2014 and is now committed to exploring the world flight free and volunteering for local environmental projects.
Bex Shreeve
Engagement Officer
Sarah coordinates communications and engagement. Her background is in digital marketing for a variety of organisations, including working as a freelancer with businesses that share her passion for the environment and sustainability. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys going to the cinema, trying new vegan food and walks on the Downs.
Sarah Williamson
Communications and Engagement Officer
Emma works on the community climate action project by and for Disabled people in Bristol. She has a background in climate activism and creative writing. In her spare time Emma enjoys writing, improv and painting.
Emma Geen
Climate and Disability Programme Associate
board of directors
Mohammed Saddiq
Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset (Chair of the Board)
Ian Barrett
CEO, Avon Wildlife Trust
Ben Bowskill
Partnerships and Public Affairs Manager – West of England, Sustrans
Tara Clee
ESG Analyst, Hargreaves Landsdown
Jackie Davis
Property Sourcing Consultant
Keith Hempshall
Director of Local and Community Empowerment Team, Centre for Sustainable Energy
Matthew Jones
Dean & Head of School of Architecture & Environment, University of the West of England
Jim Longhurst
Emeritus Professor, University of the West of England
Barra Mac Ruairi
Chief Property Officer, University of Bristol
Manu Maunganidze
Teacher and Youth Outreach Coordinator, Nature Youth Connection and Education (NYCE)
David Mellor
Vice President Bristol Chamber of Commerce & Initiative, Business West
Zoe Ruthven
Director of Marketing & Communications, Triodos Bank
Climate Action Programme Case Study: 299 Lighting
In this case study, 299 Lighting share their experience and top tips for going about a sustainable refurbishment project.
Climate Action Programme case study: OVO Energy
In 2019, OVO Energy was the first UK energy provider to set a net zero target. Read this case study to see how they engage their 5,000-strong team to achieve their climate goals.
We’re recruiting a new freelance Inclusion Associate
We are recruiting for a freelance Inclusion Associate to ensure inclusion and just transition principles remain at the heart of the Mission Net Zero project.
There are many ways to get involved and support our work. We’d love to hear from you.