Quadrature Climate Foundation
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Qcf, Quadrature Capital Foundation
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
Activities & Mission
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 63% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample: 48). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 96% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £221,729,288 | £216,076,628 | £204,705,047 | £26,947,018 | £26,947,018 | 27 / 0 |
| 2023 | £269,860,805 | £256,380,720 | £246,830,765 | £21,294,358 | £21,294,358 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £130,258,181 | £130,327,693 | £130,327,693 | £7,814,273 | £7,814,273 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £60,263,812 | £58,872,788 | £58,872,788 | £7,883,785 | £7,883,785 | 8 / 0 |
| 2020 | £30,818,964 | £24,326,203 | £24,326,203 | £6,492,761 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Quadrature Climate Foundation
What does Quadrature Climate Foundation do?
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
How much income did Quadrature Climate Foundation report in 2024?
Quadrature Climate Foundation reported total income of £221.73m and reported expenditure of £216.08m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Quadrature Climate Foundation?
Quadrature Climate Foundation has a program ratio of 92.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 63% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample of 48 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Quadrature Climate Foundation registered as a charity?
Quadrature Climate Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2020 as charity number 1187301. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Quadrature Climate Foundation?
Quadrature Climate Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Quadrature Climate Foundation operate?
Quadrature Climate Foundation operates across 16 areas, including Australia, Belgium, Brazil and 13 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Quadrature Climate Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Quadrature Climate Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187301.
Details
10 Queen Street Place
LONDON
United Kingdon
EC4R 1AG
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Also Known As
- Qcf
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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