David Antonioli
David Antonioli is a strategic adviser who specializes in harnessing the power of markets to solve critical environmental issues and support sustainable development. David has worked on climate change for the past 30 years and most recently served as CEO of Verra until stepping down in June 2023. David’s experience includes working in the private sector as a project developer (EcoSecurities) and as a government official (USAID in Mexico). His company, Transition Finance, supports clients in the design of financial instruments to support the green transition. The company’s website can be found at www.tranfin.com.
How carbon markets can propel lasting climate solutions
As 2050 approaches, carbon markets must evolve to accelerate the green transition, asserts Verra's founding CEO. Read More
Why we need to reengineer carbon finance to support sustainable energy infrastructure
Carbon finance should drive the development of the infrastructure necessary to ensure the energy transition, according to Verra's former CEO. Read More
How we can integrate natural climate solutions to create long-term impacts
Changes to carbon market rules governing natural climate solutions can galvanize the green transition, argues Verra's former CEO. Read More
How governments can strengthen carbon markets and spur long-term success
Governments can play a key role in the success and longevity of carbon markets — specifically by backstopping early investments, according to Verra's founding CEO. Read More
A new model for additionality can steer carbon markets to a sustainable future
The primary model for assessing additionality has limitations, according to Verra's founding CEO. He proposes more forward-looking approaches to accelerate the green transition. Read More
How rethinking carbon markets can forge a path to the green transition
The founding CEO of Verra explores how carbon markets — already a crucial tool in our climate toolbox — can catalyze the global shift to a green economy. Read More
