Brian Swett is the City of Boston’s first Chief Climate Officer. In addition to overseeing the Environment, Energy and Open Space Cabinet (EEOS), as Chief Climate Officer, Brian is charged with spearheading the Mayor’s bold agenda on climate action throughout the City while advancing Boston’s commitment to sustainability, resilience, and environmental justice. Brian is a nationally recognized leader in climate change and sustainability strategy with over two decades of leadership experience in municipal government, private sector real estate development, federal government, and non-profit sectors. Prior to accepting the role as Chief Climate Officer Brian served as a Principal at Arup, a global engineering, design and consulting firm focused on sustainable development. Most recently he served as their Americas East Leader and a member of the Americas Region Board.
