Launched in February 2020, the Bezos Earth Fund is an unprecedented initiative aiming to distribute $10 billion—5% of Bezos’s personal wealth—toward combating the climate crisis by the end of the decade.
The fund has already allocated over $2 billion to over 230 groundbreaking initiatives, ranging from AI-driven environmental solutions to clean energy projects for underserved communities.
The Bezos Earth Fund’s grants support leading NGOs, scientific organizations, and transformative projects.
From conserving tropical rainforests to enhancing the integrity of carbon markets, the fund is driving tangible progress across multiple fronts.
Its influence extends to key international negotiations, and its team includes prominent leaders like Wanjira Mathai and former UK Environment Minister Zac Goldsmith.
Among its initiatives, the fund has spearheaded efforts to improve carbon offset standards, safeguard Indigenous communities, and promote innovative technologies for a sustainable future.
These investments aim to address immediate challenges and pave the way for systemic change in global environmental governance.
The fund’s impact has ignited debates in the environmental sector, yet its focus remains steadfast on amplifying the voices and actions needed to achieve a sustainable future.
Bezos and his fiancé Sánchez continue to lead by example, proving that private philanthropy can be pivotal in addressing the planet’s most pressing challenges.
Their efforts underscore a hopeful vision for our world—one where collaboration, innovation, and bold investment can create lasting change for future generations.