Mark Brownstein

Mark Brownstein is Senior Vice President at Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), a leading global nonprofit driving practical solutions for a safer climate and a more resilient energy future. EDF operates in more than 30 countries, leveraging over five decades of results in aligning environmental progress with economic growth. He leads EDF’s global energy transition strategy, guiding efforts to rapidly decarbonize major emitting sectors — including energy and transportation — in line with the latest climate science. A recognized authority on energy policy, he provides strategic insight on the future of alternative fuels, the role of AI in accelerating clean energy innovation, and strategies to balance the world’s need for secure, affordable, accessible, and sustainable energy. Widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost environmental experts on methane mitigation, Mark is a key advisor to governments, industry leaders, and international institutions on strategies to eliminate methane waste across the energy value chain.