Verena Ringler will be joining GMF in Washington, DC, from spring to summer 2023. During her Helmut Schmidt Fellowship, Ringler will examine ways to advance cross-sectoral green transition and identify hands-on opportunities for transatlantic climate action leadership. This prestigious position commemorates the life, service, and legacy of global statesman Helmut Schmidt by supporting the work of two fellows who have demonstrated excellence in the academic and policy spheres through their commitment to advancing the transatlantic relationship and European integration.