1. Impactful Contributions:
   The nominee must have made significant and measurable contributions to addressing climate change. This could include advancements in climate technology, implementation of sustainable practices, or policy advocacy that drives large-scale environmental impact.

2. Leadership in Environmental Stewardship:
   The nominee should exemplify leadership in promoting environmental stewardship. This could be through leading organizations, initiatives, or movements that have a clear focus on sustainability and climate action.

3. Inspiring Advocacy:
   The nominee should be a dedicated advocate for climate change, raising awareness and inspiring others to take action. Their work should motivate others to join the cause and contribute to the global effort to combat climate change.

4. Diverse Representation:
   The nominee can come from various backgrounds, including but not limited to scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, foundations, authors, and philanthropists. They should represent the diverse ways in which climate action can be pursued.

5. Proactive Commitment:
   The nominee should demonstrate a proactive and ongoing commitment to addressing climate change. This includes not only past achievements but also current and future endeavors aimed at mitigating climate change.

6. Community and Collaboration:
   The nominee should have a track record of working collaboratively with others in the climate space, fostering partnerships and building networks that enhance the overall impact of their work.

Why 9Zero Heroes?

Recognizing 9Zero Heroes serves to inspire and unite the community around the shared goal of combating climate change. Celebrating these impactful successes helps to amplify their work and encourages broader participation in climate action.

Selection Process:

• Nomination: Nominations are submitted via the 9Zero website's submission form.

• Deliberation: Nominations are reviewed and deliberated on by the 9Zero leadership community, who select the most deserving individuals based on the above criteria.

9Zero Hero Award Ceremony:

• Ceremonies occur 4-6 times annually at 9Zero's 350 California Street location.

• Each event lasts about an hour and includes:

  • An award presentation.

  • A fireside chat with the award recipient.

  • A Q&A session with attendees.

Example: Tom Steyer

Tom Steyer’s relentless advocacy for sustainable solutions and his visionary environmental stewardship have made him an exemplary 9Zero Hero. His work has not only shaped policy but also empowered communities and businesses to adopt sustainable practices.

We are a community of founders, investors, engineers, scientists, and innovators who together, drive climate action. Through our club, events, meetups, and connections, we spark collaboration and accelerate solutions. If you’re working toward a healthier, more resilient world, you belong here. Book a brief tour. Join us - 9Zero.com

How can I engage with 9Zero outside of the event?

• Become a community member

• Rent office space

• Book event space

• Volunteer

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Jigar Shah is a visionary clean energy entrepreneur and climate finance leader. He founded SunEdison, introducing the no-money-down solar model that revolutionized renewable energy adoption. As Director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office, he oversaw billions in investments for clean tech, from EVs and hydrogen to tribal microgrids, catalyzing large-scale decarbonization. Through public service, entrepreneurship, and advocacy, Shah has reshaped how the world funds and scales climate solutions.