This week sees the return of New York Climate Action Week, running from September 22nd to 29th.
Organised by Climate Group, NYCW isn’t just one conference in a single location — it’s a huge collection of over 600 events happening across the city, all aimed at sparking real climate action.
With so much going on, we’ve picked some of the best events throughout the week, including exciting virtual sessions if you’re not in NYC. Plus, we’ve got a list of influential people to follow on social media so you can stay up to date on all the latest insights.
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A key date for your diary is our third Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit on Tuesday September 24th, hosted in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Hear from inspiring speakers such as Michael Bloomberg, Jacinda Ardern, and Christiana Figueres, and celebrate the announcement of our 2024 cohort of Finalists!
Register for the livestream on LinkedIn here.
🕒 10:00 EDT/15:00 BST
💻 Online
Join businesses, investors, sustainability experts, and academics to explore how circularity can help turn waste into value that drives positive impact.
🕒 17:30 EDT/22:30 BST
💻 Online
Join an exciting discussion to hear from expert panellists discussing solutions to the systemic and historic barriers to a just transition to a sustainable future.
🕒 18:00 EDT
📍 Register to see address
Featuring demos from startups building solutions at the intersection of cities and climate change adaptation.
🕒 07:00 EDT
📍 West Side Highway
Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking to take a brisk walk, the NYCW 5K is a great way to chat and connect ahead of a busy week of events.
🕒 09:30 EDT
💻 Online
Join us live on LinkedIn to hear from climate leaders including Mike Bloomberg, Jacinda Ardern, and Matt Damon, as we reveal the 2024 Earthshot Prize Finalists!
🕒 11:00 EDT/16:00 BST
💻 Online
Tune in for the launch of “Whose planet?” a podcast that centres Black, Indigenous and People of Colour perspectives on climate justice.
🕒 12:00 EDT/17:00 BST
💻 Online
If you’re an entrepreneur or an already established industry leader, tune in for tips on how today’s organisations approach sustainability communications.
🕒 09:30 EDT
📍 Tapestry, Inc, 10 Hudson Yard
Bringing together finance, brand sustainability and decarbonisation experts to explore how to accelerate the solutions needed for a net-zero fashion industry.
🕒 09:30 EDT
📍 Our Lady Star of the Sea, Clayton Road
A great opportunity to see vibrant panel discussions and connect with 20+ climate startups being incubated at The Exchange’s partner institutions.
🕒 12:00 EDT/17:00 BST
💻 Online
Discover the powerful stories of communities on the frontlines of climate and migration justice in Central and South America.
🕒 14:00 EDT
📍 Register to see address
Listen to industry experts including Orianna Bretschger, CEO of 2023 Finalist Aquacycl, discuss how water in rivers and below the surface impacts climate change mitigation.
🕒 10:00 EDT
📍 Morris Avenue, Brooklyn
Convening over 1,000 of the most innovative entrepreneurs, industry leaders, investors, and policymakers to see cutting-edge technology demos and connect with leading change-makers.
🕒 10:30 EDT/15:30 BST
💻 Online
Boost your sustainable leadership skills of optimism and courage by learning to leverage cutting-edge behavioural science insights.
🕒 18:00 EDT
📍 COOKFOX Architects, 250 W 57th St
Join an exclusive networking event with 10 incredible nature-inspired startup companies working to solve environmental and social issues across sectors.
🕒 16:00 EDT
📍 Washington Square Arch
Mingle with like-minded folks and dive into inspiring conversations about how Zero Day revolutionizes NYC’s waste management scene.
🕒 09:00 EDT/16:00 BST
💻 Online
Join an interactive discussion around the solutions and policies that support incorporating food systems into nature conservation for climate resilience.
🕒 11:00 EDT
📍 Splashlight, Varick Street
A “World’s Fair” style expo showcasing innovative solutions to climate change, featuring organizations with solutions across a range of sectors including energy, food and transportation.
🕒 12:00 EDT/17:00 BST
💻 Online
Listen as African leaders share Africa’s struggles as a continent in relation to climate change with the opportunity to express your own emotions caused by climate change.
So, whether you’re in New York City or watching from elsewhere, you can be part of the movement that’s shaping a more sustainable future.
Don’t forget to register for the livestream of The Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit to hear directly from some of the world’s leading voices in climate action and be part of the celebrations as we announce our 2024 Finalists to the world!
Register for The Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit here.
