Denise, a seasoned sustainability expert, has an impressive track record leading strategic carbon management and removal initiatives at Carbon Direct. Building on over a decade of experience in climate change and sustainability projects, Denise excels in Net Zero, technology, and climate tech work. Previously, as a Director at Microsoft's Sustainability Consulting practice, she combined her skills in sustainability, finance, and climate programme management to help clients from both public and private sectors. Denise's commitment to creating a resilient future for our planet is matched by an extensive international background, spanning over ten countries across Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Academically, Denise holds a Masters in Geography and Environment from the London School of Economics, and a Bachelor of Commerce in International Economics and Finance from McGill University. Her areas of expertise include innovations in Climate Tech, Carbon dioxide removal technologies, Carbon markets, Net Zero, Sustainable Cities policy, and Sustainable urban development. Denise also focuses on understanding and implementing emerging climate change technologies, urban and climate finance, smart cities, sustainability strategy, and programme management.