What does leadership look like in a world of climate urgency, rapid tech change, and systemic upheaval? We spoke with Terry Slavin, Editor-in-Chief of Reuters’ sustainable business magazine, The Ethical Corporation, for a deep dive into the 2026 Reuters Trailblazing Women Report. More than a list, it signals where innovation and influence are headed.Key insights from this year’s report:The rise of relational “Trail Finders” connecting finance, business, and civil society.Women-led climate tech teams driving holistic solutions to urban water and heat risks.Breakthrough innovations—like coal-free steelmaking—powered by resilient optimism despite funding gaps and “climate hushing.”Discover the women shaping a sustainable future and the trends every sector and community needs to watch.