Three Cairns Group

Three Cairns Group is a mission-driven investment and philanthropic firm dedicated to addressing the climate crisis. The firm develops and supports cross-sector initiatives aimed at accelerating the clean energy transition and driving transformative, equitable progress. Their mission is to combat the climate crisis with the urgency it requires by utilizing all available tools to drive change, primarily through investing, philanthropy, and political advocacy.

The firm's investment strategy includes direct investments in early-stage companies and commitments to climate-focused funds. They provide patient capital through minority ownership positions in businesses that mitigate and adapt to climate change. Their philanthropic and advocacy efforts support policies and initiatives that advance scalable climate solutions, particularly in emerging markets and developing economies.

Three Cairns Group's approach encompasses incubating innovative solutions, investing in transformative products and services, and supporting the talent, research, policies, and initiatives necessary for bold climate action. Their initiatives include the formation of a Global Carbon Trust (GCT) and Allied Climate Partners (ACP), which aim to provide infrastructure to scale voluntary carbon markets and offer risk-oriented, philanthropic, and development finance capital to investment managers in the Global South.

The firm is led by Co-Founder and Managing Principal Mark Gallogly, who brings extensive experience in mission-driven investments and philanthropic initiatives focused on decarbonization and equitable progress. Under his leadership, Three Cairns Group has made significant contributions to advancing climate-focused venture investing and philanthropic initiatives.

Three Cairns Group's portfolio includes investments in companies such as Crux Climate, a firm focused on carbon removal solutions, and Zhero, a company specializing in sustainable aviation fuel. These investments reflect the firm's commitment to supporting innovative solutions that address the challenges of climate change and promote a sustainable future for all.

Through its comprehensive approach, Three Cairns Group continues to play a pivotal role in driving climate action and fostering a decarbonized, sustainable world where the benefits of progress are shared by all.