Rachael Mather
Project Development Manager @Climeworks
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WORK HISTORY
Project Development Manager @Climeworks
Cologne, DE
Leading multidisciplinary teams to develop Direct Air Capture projects in Norway, Kenya, Iceland, USA, UK- Negotiating term sheets and contracts for land, power purchase agreements, and CO2 storage services- Crafting trilateral MOUs and participating in consortiums across academia, industry, and government- Selecting site locations to optimize for cost, availability of utilities/services, regulatory considerations, climate, and local community - Managing project schedules, risk registers, and business case development to de-risk projects and secure project economics- Collaborating on policy development including MRV frameworks, regulations, and support mechanisms (Contracts for Difference, reverse auctions, and tax credits) with NGOs, industry, governments
EDUCATION
City University of Hong Kong
Exchange Semester, Management
Queen's University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Marketing and Sales
Maastricht University
Master of Science, Sustainability Science, Policy, and Society
SKILLS
ABOUT RACHAEL MATHER
I lead with curiosity, empathy, and an unwavering enthusiasm to find a solution. I have a knack for building consensus, strengthening relationships, and driving strategy into action. I love complex problems and leverage systems thinking to tackle our toughest climate challenges. As a Project Development Manager at Climeworks, I specialize in leading multidisciplinary teams to advance Direct Air Capture projects across diverse geographies, including Norway, Kenya, Iceland, the USA, and the UK. My expertise includes negotiating key agreements, such as term sheets, land contracts, and power purchase agreements, executing feasibility studies, and working directly with government. With a background in supply chain management, project development, and grant management, I focus on de-risking projects through meticulous schedule management, risk assessment, and business case optimization. My work also encompasses policy advocacy, including regulatory frameworks and support mechanisms to create the market for carbon removal solutions.
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