TIME has unveiled its fourth annual TIME100 Climate list, highlighting 100 influential leaders who are driving significant business climate action. This year’s list includes notable figures such as Prince William, former NBA player Russell Westbrook, actor Benedict Cumberbatch, and Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe. Other prominent names include philanthropist Wendy Schmidt, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and musician Brian Eno.
The selection process involved reviewing hundreds of names, with a focus on those who achieved measurable and sustainable action over the past year. TIME Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs emphasized that these innovators are rewriting the playbook for climate action and keeping their eyes on the future.
TIME will also host the TIME100 Impact Dinner on November 10 during COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye. The event will feature speakers such as journalist Vanessa Hauc, Global Citizen co-founder Michael Sheldrick, and climate activist Xiye Bastida. The dinner aims to spotlight leaders creating meaningful climate action and is presented by Rolex.