Aaron Maltais

Background

About Aaron Maltais

I am a Senior Research Fellow at the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), a leading international research institute on environment and development. I have over 20 years of experience leading research projects and teams on climate justice and just transitions, industrial decarbonisation, sustainable finance, and international climate politics. I have also held leadership roles directing collaborative research initiatives, giving me experience in managing teams and building institutional partnerships. My work combines rigorous analysis with direct engagement with policymakers, companies, and civil society. I focus on translating complex insights into practical strategies that support climate transitions that are both ambitious and achievable. Over my career, I have- Led applied research and interdisciplinary teams to inform high-level policy and support the alignment of investment with climate goals- Supported coalition building across governments, business, and civil society- Developed frameworks that connect climate ambition with political, social, and ethical realities. My mission is to bridge research and practice to accelerate green and just transitions in line with the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals. My broader expertise spans environmental policy, international relations, ethics, democracy, and human rights.