Brian Swett

Biography: Brian Swett is the City of Boston’s Chief Climate Officer, leading the Environment, Energy and Open Space (EEOS) Cabinet. In this role, Swett is charged with spearheading the Mayor's bold agenda on climate action while advancing Boston's commitment to sustainability, resilience, and environmental justice. The EEOS Cabinet includes the Environment Department, the Parks and Recreation Department, the Office of Historic Preservation, and the Office of Food Justice. In this expanded role, Swett will also co-lead a new Climate Cabinet. The Climate Cabinet will implement innovative climate policies and programs to support decarbonization and resilience, reaffirming Boston’s role as a national leader in climate action. Swett 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. He combines his advanced business, policy and science background to lead effective policy and program development and management addressing the built and natural environments. Brian’s expertise includes sustainability strategy, energy and climate policy, green buildings, policy and program development, and performance management.