Get to know us

Our team is led by eco-entrepreneurs and independent minded politicians from all political backgrounds who are convinced that a progressive climate policy needs to be at the top of the list.

Leadership Team

  • Ed Gemmell

    Ed Gemmell

    Party Leader

    Ex army officer and city lawyer. Serial entrepreneur. Currently managing director of national charity Scientists Warning Europe. Buckinghamshire Councillor, member LGA Environment Economy Housing and transport board, Bucks LGPS Committee member, only politician in UK elected on the single policy of Climate Action Now.

  • Wisdom Da Costa

    Wisdom Da Costa

    Policy and Candidate, Windsor & Maidenhead

    Independent Councillor in Windsor focussed on Climate & Environmental issues. "Trustee" of Royal Berkshire Pension Fund - pilote radical Responsible Investment Policy to improve reporting and performance on carbon emissions, Biodiversity Restoration and elimination of plastics from the supply chain. Also a practising accountant (FCCA) and a bee keeper.

  • Maria Goretti

    Maria Goretti

    Administration

    Motivated by Climate Change and a foundation in purchasing and supplies management, Maria provides administrative support to the team, ensuring smooth and seamless operations.

Advisors and Supporters

  • Marianne Overton MBE

    Marianne Overton MBE

    Leader of Independent Group

    Leader of the Independent Group at the LGA. North Kesteven District Councillor, Lincolnshire County Councillor. Local Government Association Vice Chairman and Leader the Independent Network.

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