Serge de Gheldere is an engineer and CEO focused on building the business case for decarbonisation. As the leader of Futureproofed, now part of Sweco, he combines entrepreneurship and engineering expertise to help cities and companies implement sustainable business roadmaps. Futureproofed believes every city and company can lead the transition to a low-CO2 future while benefiting from cost reductions, risk management, market adaptation, and improved reputation.

By merging Futureproofed’s SaaS platforms with Sweco’s engineering strengths, Serge provides comprehensive solutions that accelerate climate strategy goals and ensure a safer, more prosperous future.

He is also the founder and president of Klimaatzaak, Belgium’s largest climate litigation case, achieving a court-mandated 55% emissions reduction by 2030. A recognised climate leader, Serge was one of Europe’s first 'Climate Ambassadors' trained by Al Gore and has delivered hundreds of talks on how a fossil-free, circular economy can drive innovation, create jobs, and enhance quality of life.