CNCA Welcomes New Director Simone Mangili

The Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance is excited to welcome Simone Mangili as CNCA’s next Director!

Simone was selected through an in-depth global search with input from members, funders, and staff. Simone brings over 20 years of international experience in the local government and non-profit sectors, working with cities on climate change and other urban sustainability issues. He holds a strong commitment to embedding social equity in policy development and implementation.

Simone’s extensive experience ranges from strategic and resilience planning and urban redevelopment, to community engagement and green infrastructure, as well as food policy and circular economy initiatives.

Simone joins the CNCA team strategically positioned to lead the Alliance into its next chapter, supporting pioneering work across CNCA’s membership. “I’m excited to collaborate with the Alliance members and partners to advance transformative climate action through policy innovation, capacity building, and advocacy. Climate justice will continue to frame CNCA’s goals, building common ground across communities and geographies for equitable, climate neutral futures,” Simone said.

CNCA is thrilled to welcome Simone on board as Director. Thank you for joining us in welcoming Simone to the Alliance!

-The CNCA Team