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Keynote SpeakerMichelle Li

Founder of Clever Carbon, Co-Founder of Women and Climate

Michelle Li didn’t just change careers; she answered a global call to action. Forging a path from Silicon Valley’s tech scene (Salesforce, DocuSign) to the forefront of the climate movement, she brings a founder’s mindset to our planet’s greatest challenge. Her work is driven by a powerful belief: “A carbon-literate... Read more

Popular Talks

  • A brief history: carbon footprint edition
  • From Silicon Valley to Global Climate Champion

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Biography

Michelle Li didn’t just change careers; she answered a global call to action. Forging a path from Silicon Valley’s tech scene (Salesforce, DocuSign) to the forefront of the climate movement, she brings a founder’s mindset to our planet’s greatest challenge. Her work is driven by a powerful belief: “A carbon-literate society will accelerate action… at the speed and scale required for a thriving planet.” Her solution is to demystify climate action, making it accessible, engaging, and even joyful.

This mission ignited two groundbreaking initiatives. With her startup clever carbon, she transforms carbon literacy from a dry statistic into a vibrant, interactive experience. Recognizing that action flourishes in community, she also founded Women and Climate, a global nonprofit that galvanizes a powerful network of women to connect, learn, and lead on climate solutions.

Michelle’s visionary approach has made her a sought-after voice on the world’s most influential stages, including TEDx, SXSW, Bloomberg, COP, and the United Nations. As convener of the Carbon Newbie Summit, she united leaders from Mastercard, the NBA, and Allbirds to democratize climate knowledge. Her insights are regularly featured by media like ABC, CBS, Inc.com, and Politico, solidifying her role as a defining voice in sustainability.

As a speaker, Michelle doesn’t just present; she connects and catalyzes, translating complex ideas into actionable inspiration. As Alissa Schipper, Google Senior Industry Manager, notes, “Michelle Li’s powerful keynote, “A brief history: Carbon Footprint Edition,” at Google’s Sustainability Summit in Berlin, was rated the best by attendees. What truly set her presentation apart was its fun, light, and unexpectedly different approach, making a complex topic engaging and memorable.”

Michelle Li is the rare leader who bridges the relentless innovation of tech with the urgent, human-centered mission of climate action. She isn’t just talking about a better future; she is building the tools and communities to create it.

"Michelle Li's powerful keynote, "A brief history: Carbon Footprint Edition," at Google's Sustainability Summit in Berlin, was rated the best by attendees. Her insights and strong call to action inspired collaboration on green innovation. What truly set her presentation apart was its fun, light, and unexpectedly different approach, making a complex topic engaging and memorable. Michelle's impactful and unique delivery left a lasting impression and boosted our shared commitment to a greener future. We are certainly looking forward to including Michelle as a speaker at our future Google summits and events." Google Senior Industry Manager Agencies & Partners
"As a conference producer, I’m always on the look out for game changing solutions and individuals creating a meaningful impact. Michelle's support at our CCUS Forum in Doha was nothing short of exceptional. She launched a 'Women and Climate' event as part of the forum that energized the audience and rallied women to work in climate, and in her role as the Master of Ceremonies for our full day of technical workshops was truly inspiring. Michelle not only motivated our attendees to connect and engage but also encouraged us all to be mindful of our carbon footprint throughout the event. Her unwavering professionalism, dedication, and inventive ideas have significantly elevated the quality of our conferences. We consider ourselves fortunate to have crossed paths with Michelle and are eagerly anticipating her return for our upcoming event – preparations are already underway!” Executive Producer, Birba Energy
“Michelle Li was a keynote speaker at our annual Tech Conference. Michelle was a consummate professional throughout the entire planning process. Michelle has a masterful understanding of the carbon footprint of common, every day actions and what is required for employees to feel empowered to create meaningful change within their own companies. Her talk was engaging, timely, and relevant and her "carbon footprint quiz" was informative and fun and fully aids others in making more informed, sustainable decisions every day. I highly recommend Michelle as a speaker for sustainability related conferences and content.” Educational Program Manager, NAEM
“Michelle moderated two roundtables on ocean innovation hosted by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation during COP28 in Dubai. Her thorough preparation, including individual meetings with speakers, and her handling of last-minute changes demonstrated her commitment and flexibility. Michelle's deep understanding of carbon-related topics played a crucial role in facilitating meaningful discussions, providing ample space for diverse perspectives on complex issues.It has been a real pleasure working with her and I look forward to our next collaboration.” Secretary General, Executive Director, Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco

Popular Talks by Michelle Li

  • A brief history: carbon footprint edition

    At the heart of it, overcoming climate change is a tale of resilience, innovation, perseverance, creativity, and storytelling. Michelle Li, a former Silicon Valley tech worker, will take you on a journey of discovery, sharing the pivotal role of carbon literacy in the climate crisis and exploring its transformative potential...

  • From Silicon Valley to Global Climate Champion

    How does a tech leader become a global force for climate action? In this powerful keynote, Michelle Li shares her remarkable journey from scaling giants like Salesforce to igniting a worldwide movement for sustainability. This isn’t just a story; it’s a blueprint for purpose-driven transformation.
    Michelle reveals the actionable...