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Jon Creyts, PhD

An expert on market-based climate solutions, Jon has shaped RMI into a climate-forward, global leader of the energy transition. As CEO, Jon leads strategic direction and creative problem-solving to scale RMI’s work.

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Forging a Climate Leader for RMI’s Next Chapter

Forging a Climate Leader for RMI’s Next Chapter

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October 17, 2022
Evolving from an energy-focused engineer to a global expert on climate solutions, Jon Creyts’ path has paralleled RMI’s. As its new CEO, he brings a mix of conviction, hope, and urgency to change the trajectory of global warming.
A Conversation with RMI’s New CEO

A Conversation with RMI’s New CEO

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October 17, 2022
We sat down with Jon Creyts to ask him about some of the foremost energy issues of the day, and how he will address them in his new role.

Latest Takes

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10 Key Takeaways from COP27
November 30, 2022
A roundup of breakthroughs and big moments at COP27, from the lens of RMI’s focus on the clean energy transition.

In the News

‘The rest of the world isn’t waiting’: RMI CEO speaks to global embrace of clean energy

‘The rest of the world isn’t waiting’: RMI CEO speaks to global embrace of clean energy

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January 18, 2026
Forbes Sustainability Leaders 2025

Forbes Sustainability Leaders 2025

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September 18, 2025
Cricket metaphors and finance talk: Five takeaways from a meeting of developing countries

Cricket metaphors and finance talk: Five takeaways from a meeting of developing countries

NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENT
May 13, 2026
Will the Shift to Clean Power Continue Under Trump?

Will the Shift to Clean Power Continue Under Trump?

NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENT
March 6, 2025
As the Planet Heated Up in 2023, Clean Energy Took Off

As the Planet Heated Up in 2023, Clean Energy Took Off

NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENT
May 14, 2026
Experts at odds over result of UN climate talks in Dubai; ‘Historic,’ ‘pipsqueak’ or something else?

Experts at odds over result of UN climate talks in Dubai; ‘Historic,’ ‘pipsqueak’ or something else?

NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENT
May 14, 2026
The Clean Energy Future Is Arriving Faster Than You Think

The Clean Energy Future Is Arriving Faster Than You Think

NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENT
May 14, 2026
Davos attendees see dawn of new U.S. industrial policy

Davos attendees see dawn of new U.S. industrial policy

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May 14, 2026
Osinbajo highlights FG’s energy transition goals

Osinbajo highlights FG’s energy transition goals

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May 14, 2026

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