Alex Godfrey
Investment Director - Natural Capital - Carbon, Biodiversity, Water and Humans
Octopus Real Estate
Alexander Godfrey is a seasoned professional in the field of natural capital, regenerative agriculture, and climate finance, with over 10 years of experience in finance and environmental consulting. He holds an MSc in Global Energy and Climate Policy from SOAS University and a Harvard Negotiation Training certification.
As Investment Director at Octopus investment, he focuses on strategy design, fund raising and deployment, and thought leadership. As the Head of Natural Capital (Rural and Projects) at Savills, he led the development and delivery of innovative solutions for landowners, investors, and policymakers, leveraging his expertise in carbon markets, biodiversity, and water. He also co-founded New Foundation Farms, a disruptive agri-food enterprise that creates value for society, the environment, and the economy. Additionally, he hosts a podcast called Shaken not Burned, where he explores the challenges and opportunities of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.