BOSTON, April 23, 2025–The Green Ribbon Commission (GRC), a group of Boston business, philanthropic, and civic leaders working to accelerate the implementation of the City’s Climate Action Plan, has opened a search for a new Executive Director.
Amy Longsworth, who has served as executive director for over a decade, has announced she plans to step down from the position by the end of this year to focus on opportunities in climate work as a consultant and board member.
“We are so grateful for Amy’s many years of leadership and advocacy to ensure the City accelerates our climate action to create livable futures for all of our neighborhoods,” said Boston Mayor and GRC Co-Chair Michelle Wu. “Now is a crucial time for climate action, and serving as the Green Ribbon Commission’s Executive Director offers an opportunity for a leader to make meaningful, positive impacts in the city and to set an example for the nation and world to emulate. The Commission is a vital partner to advance Boston’s priorities, supporting climate and affordability across all our work.”
“I express my heartfelt thanks to Amy for her strong and steady climate advocacy,” said GRC Co-Chair Amos Hostetter. “The GRC’s next Executive Director will step into an organization taking a unique approach to shaping climate policy and creating growing impact.” Recent GRC efforts have included a new working group — Cultural Institutions – as well as furthering the strategies of the three existing groups. The GRC is known for its membership of cross-sector leaders from Boston’s top institutions and businesses, its unique focus on climate, and its ability to foster conversations that advance the city’s progress.
More information about the Executive Director position, including a job description and details on how to apply, may be found at LINK. The GRC late last year adopted a 2025-2030 Strategic Plan that may be found HERE.
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About the Boston Green Ribbon CommissionThe mission of the Green Ribbon Commission is to accelerate the implementation of the City’s Climate Action Plan by convening, organizing, and enabling leaders from Boston’s key sectors. The City of Boston is committed to achieving net zero carbon energy sources by 2050, even as the city grows. The GRC provides a forum for representatives of the private sector and the City to discuss, plan, and act on the opportunities, challenges, ideas, and requirements of preparing Boston to meet the imperatives of climate change. To learn more, visit www.greenribboncommission.org or follow us on LinkedIn.