Benji Backer

Benji Backer is the founder and president of the American Conservation Coalition. He has represented a right-of-center environmental viewpoint nationally, including testifying among climate activists such as Greta Thunberg in Congress. A contributor to national media outlets, Backer is a member of BridgeUSA, the Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Climate Change Commission. His recognition includes being named to the Fortune 40 Under 40, Forbes 30 Under 30, GreenBiz 30 Under 30, and Grist 50 lists.