London, 12 March 2026 – Climate Impact Partners has been named Industry Partner of the Year at the edie Awards 2026, recognizing the organization’s role in enabling clients to accelerate their transition to net zero and nature‑positive business models. New for 2026, the category celebrates partners delivering meaningful sustainability and decarbonization outcomes.
Climate Impact Partners was recognized for its work with international law firm DWF to deliver a critical part of its net zero by 2045 plan – Broadmeadws, the “DWF Forest”. The 225‑hectare woodland carbon removal project, certified under the UK Woodland Carbon Code, will remove carbon, restore nature, and deliver benefits to local communities. More than half a million trees have been planted since 2018, including a mix of conifers and native broadleaves.
Commenting on why Climate Impact Partners won this award a spokesperson for the judges said: “Climate Impact Partners is working tirelessly to improve the integrity of a market that is key to enabling climate action. A focus on transparency and trust has breathed much‑needed confidence into climate finance and can provide tangible benefits.”
Abi Duff-Walker, Head of Sustainability, DWF, commented: "Our partnership with Climate Impact Partners was fundamental to the development of our Net Zero Pathway, allowing us to combine carbon emissions reduction with high quality carbon removals that also provided co-benefits for nature and the local community."
Sheri Hickok, CEO of Climate Impact Partners, added: “Winning Industry Partner of the Year is a testament to the expertise and commitment our teams bring every day, and to the trusted, collaborative approach we take with every organization we support. This award reflects the strength of our partnerships and the trust clients place in us to help them navigate complex climate challenges, recognizing the high‑quality, high‑integrity approach that underpins all of our work.”
