Hannah Cool

Hannah is a trusted leader who works with boards and senior leaders to develop the value case for net zero. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Bankers for Net Zero (B4NZ), an initiative that brings together banks, businesses and regulators to accelerate the transition to net zero. As COO, she supports effective collaboration by developing policy and market infrastructure to connect partners across the ecosystem.

Before B4NZ, Hannah drove ESG transformation at PwC UK, integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) with business strategy to unlock commercial value, access to capital and create alignment with ethical principles.

For 10+ years, Hannah has held various roles encompassing risk management, strategic transformation, and, most recently, ESG. With a background in geography, she has always been passionate about bringing environmental and nature-focused initiatives to the forefront of her professional endeavors.

While primarily based in London, Hannah gained invaluable experience working abroad for three years as the Director of Strategic Programs at one of Europe's largest tech companies. During this time, her focus was on regulatory compliance and driving technological advancements.

Outside of her professional commitments, Hannah dedicates her time to supporting senior executives and boards in comprehending the ESG landscape and implementing sustainable practices throughout their organizations' strategies.