The Climate Vault Ecosystem

Climate Vault, Inc


Climate Vault, Inc is an award-winning 501(c)(3) founded out of the University of Chicago. Climate Vault believes that climate change is the single most important issue of our time, and that it is all of our responsibility to help stop and reverse the damage to our planet. Climate Vault works with hundreds of corporate and individual donors to reduce their carbon emissions by purchasing and ‘vaulting’ carbon allowances on compliance carbon markets.

Climate Vault Solutions, Inc


Climate Vault Solutions, Inc, is the public fundraiser of the Climate Vault 501(c)(3). We support the non-profit’s mission by amplifying their reach and impact. Together, we create immediate and long-term benefits for the planet while helping donors meet their sustainability goals.

The Climate Vault Solutions Approach

At Climate Vault Solutions, we are leading the carbon offset credibility revolution by providing the most science-backed and integrated CO2 solutions that extend beyond the tons. One guiding question we ask ourselves every day is, “Does the planet care?” This question ensures that the actions we take today will help preserve our planet for future generations.

Climate Vault Solutions Leadership Team

  • Chris Neufeld

    CEO

  • Brynn Esterly

    Head of Climate Solutions Portfolio

  • Donald Addu

    Head of Climate Partnerships

Board of Directors

  • Michael Greenstone

    Co-founder

    Michael Greenstone is the Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, as well as the Director of the Becker Friedman Institute and the interdisciplinary Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago. He is an elected member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
  • Donald R. Wilson, Jr.

    Co-founder

    Donald R. Wilson, Jr. has long championed innovation and advocated for policies that advance fairness, efficiency, and transparency in free markets around the world. He founded the firm DRW based on the belief that applied modeling, technology, and quantitative research could better identify opportunities in the global financial markets. He has also been involved in launching Cumberland, a leading provider of crypto liquidity, and Digital Asset Holdings.
  • Chris Neufeld

    CEO

    Chris has been with Climate Vault since its 2020 launch, initially leading commercial strategy and corporate partnerships before stepping into the role of CEO. With over 25 years building and scaling technology startups, his expertise spans market strategy, business development, and go-to-market execution, with a commitment to advancing credible, science-backed climate solutions.

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