Peter Freudenstein
About Peter Freudenstein
Peter Freudenstein is a Climate Policy Manager at Climeworks, with extensive experience in climate and energy policy across various organizations.
Current Title and Role
Peter Freudenstein currently works as a Climate Policy Manager at Climeworks in Zürich, Switzerland. He has been with Climeworks since 2021, taking on responsibilities related to climate policy and stakeholder engagement, particularly in the areas of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) regulatory developments in both Europe and the US.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Peter Freudenstein was a Climate Policy Analyst at Climeworks from 2020 to 2021. He has also held several roles focused on energy and policy, including positions at swissnex India as a Resident Fellow in the Energy Vertical, Pollinate Group as a Fellow in Clean Energy Access and Women Entrepreneurship, and Brookings India as a Research Assistant. Additionally, he has experience with organizations such as the Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich, Allianz Suisse Versicherungs-Gesellschaft AG, and the Atlantic Council.
Educational Background
Peter holds dual Master's degrees in Law and Diplomacy from Tufts University's Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, and in International Affairs and Governance from the University of St. Gallen. His academic journey also includes a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs from the University of St. Gallen, as well as studies in Chinese Studies at 华东师范大学 and an exchange at Lancaster University.
International Experience
Peter Freudenstein's career is marked by extensive international experience. He has worked in diverse locations such as Bengaluru, India, where he served as a Resident Fellow and a Fellow, New Delhi at Brookings India, and Washington, D.C., USA, at the Atlantic Council. His work assignments have also taken him to Shanghai, China, and Geneva, Switzerland, providing him with a broad perspective on global climate and energy policy.
Specialization in Climate and Energy Policy
Specializing in international climate and energy policy, Peter Freudenstein's role as a Mercator Fellow on International Affairs and his dual Master's degree further underline his expertise in this area. His various positions have enabled him to contribute to policy research, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory developments, making him well-versed in addressing complex challenges related to climate change and energy transformation.