Bill Flederbach
About Bill Flederbach
Bill Flederbach serves as the President and CEO of ClimeCo, where he has significantly contributed to the company's growth and leadership in the carbon credit market. He has a strong background in air quality management and has held various leadership roles in the environmental sector.
Work at ClimeCo
Bill Flederbach has served as the President and CEO of ClimeCo since its founding in 2009. Under his leadership, ClimeCo expanded its operations internationally, establishing a presence in Canada in 2016 and Singapore in 2023. He played a crucial role in positioning ClimeCo as a leading producer of carbon credits within the Climate Action Reserve, achieving over 30 million tonnes issued. His efforts led to ClimeCo being recognized as the Climate Action Reserve's Project Developer of the Year in 2015, 2017, and 2018.
Background
Bill Flederbach's professional journey includes significant roles prior to ClimeCo. He worked at O'Brien & Gere for 16 years, where he was instrumental in growing the air quality practice and establishing air quality hubs across the United States. He also held the position of Vice President of US Operations at MGM International, LLC for seven months. His experience at AgCert as Director of Industrial Carbon Operations in Mexico contributed to his expertise in carbon markets.
Education and Expertise
Flederbach holds an Executive MBA from Penn State University, where he studied Marketing, Finance, and Strategy from 2003 to 2005. Earlier, he studied Atmospheric Physics and earned a degree in Meteorology from Penn State from 1986 to 1991. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in environmental science and business management, which he applies in his current role at ClimeCo.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Bill Flederbach has made significant contributions to the development of the US voluntary carbon market. His leadership at ClimeCo has not only led to substantial growth in carbon credit production but also facilitated the company's expansion into new markets. He co-founded ClimeCo in 2009 and took full ownership in 2012, demonstrating his commitment to advancing environmental sustainability through innovative carbon management solutions.