End of an era: Who comes after Kerry?

January 17, 2024

John Kerry has been many things as America’s special presidential envoy for climate change.

Now, at age 80, he plans to step down after three years as the nation’s top climate diplomat, a role he both seemed to relish and helped transform.

His successor will be hard-pressed to replicate his versatility, though experts say Kerry’s tenure provides a helpful blueprint on what kind of leader is needed to fill that role given the challenges ahead.