NY Climate Tech: Dec 2 - Dec 8
Climate career paths, nature and the supply chain, environmental justice, Climate HackSummit, sustainable engineering, and more upcoming events
Hi friends,
Hard to believe December is already here! The next two weeks are packed full of events as everyone tries to fit a full month of networking and events into a few short weeks.
The one big conference before the end of the year is next week’s HackSummit. They’re back for the second year at Newlab, with 500 founders, funders, and industry leaders in Climate Deep Tech. Last year’s was great, and this year is focused on on‑shore manufacturing, scaled clean energy, post‑industrial food systems and climate adaptation. Use code HACKFRIDAY for 30% off, valid until end-of-day.
In the meantime, here are our picks for the week:
Today head to Columbia for 🌿 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum
Tomorrow dive into 🌍 Climate Change and Environmental Justice: What’s Next for New York? with Open House NY in Chelsea or talk ♻️ Full Circle for Nature: Transparency in the Supply Chain
Thursday, warm up for next week’s Climate Hack Summit at 🌳 HackSummit New York City: Meeting Rising Energy Demand
Friday swing by 🏗️ NYU’s Sustainable Engineering Summit 2025
Saturday launch your startup at ⚡️ Climate Co-Founder Matching: Grid Tech
As always,
— Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities team
This Week's Events
🍻 Mechanism Happy Hour | New York: Tue, Dec 2
⚛️ Space Nuclear: The Final Frontier: Tue, Dec 2
🕚 Manhattan Climate Changemakers Hour of Action: Tue, Dec 2
🌿 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum: Tue, Dec 2
♻️ Waste Management Skills for Manufacturing – 1 Day Training, New York, NY: Wed, Dec 3
💧 The Future of Water: Challenges, Innovation and Investment: Wed, Dec 3
🌿 Regenerative Procurement: The New Frontier of Business Value: Wed, Dec 3
🌍 Climate Change and Environmental Justice: What’s Next for New York?: Wed, Dec 3
♻️ Full Circle for Nature: Transparency in the Supply Chain: Wed, Dec 3
⏰ Brooklyn Hour of Action: Wed, Dec 3
🎨 Paradoxical Insomnia: Thu, Dec 4
📊 DSSG-NYC: Data Science for Social Good - Meet Up: Thu, Dec 4
🤝 I2SL GNY: Sponsorship Appreciation Event: Thu, Dec 4
🔗 SUSTAINABILITY SPEED LAB, by BlueInc Strategies: Thu, Dec 4
📸 Climate Chronicles: Exhibit Opening Event: Thu, Dec 4
🏡 LEGACY AND POWER: Understanding Your Housing Rights and Protections: Thu, Dec 4
🌳 ClimateHack New York City: Meeting Rising Energy Demand & HackSummit Warm Up: Thu, Dec 4
🏗️ NYU Sustainable Engineering Summit 2025: Fri, Dec 5
💻 Sustainable Synapse: Hack for Social Impact: Sat, Dec 6
🍄 GIY Mycelium: Liquid Culture to Grow Bags: Sat, Dec 6
⚡️ Climate Co-Founder Matching: Grid Tech: Sat, Dec 6
🧪 Crafting Bioplastics Demo: Sat, Dec 6
🥳 Brooklyn Creative Reuse First Anniversary Party!: Sat, Dec 6
🧵 Fashion for the Future Event: Sat, Dec 6
🌱 HI PHI EARTH FUNDRAISER - SUSTAINABILITY SUNDAY: Sun, Dec 7
🌍 HI PHI EARTH FUNDRAISER - SUSTAINABILITY SUNDAY - ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION: Sun, Dec 7
🧶 Darn it! Mending Club at The Textile Arts Center: Sun, Dec 7
🔌 YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture: Gas Boom Mirage: Mon, Dec 8
Opportunities
NYCEDC Founder Fellowship: Due Dec. 31
Each year, the Founder Fellowship program supports a diverse community of New York City-based tech startup founders with access to industry networks, fundraising, mentorship, business development, and other opportunities necessary to build and scale their enterprises. The program aims to eliminate barriers to entry into the venture-backed startup community and build a tech economy that reflects and leverages New York City’s unique ecosystem.w
🌎 Climate Tech Cities and Streetlife Ventures Startup and Talent Platforms
Climate Tech Cities and Streetlife Ventures are launching new platforms to support climate founders, funders, and career transitioners! There is no shortage of great companies raising money for their groundbreaking ideas, great investors looking to support with capital, and great talent living the mantra that every job is a climate job. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Upcoming Events
☕️ WRISE NYC Climate & Coffee: Tue, Dec 9
🎓 Sustainability Graduate Programs Final Capstone Briefings: Fall 2025: Tue, Dec 9
✨💛 New York City Dinner | December 2025: Tue, Dec 9
🍹 December Climate Tech Mixer: Tue, Dec 9
⚕️ MICRO- AND NANO-PLASTICS. Impact on Environment, Human Health and Climate.: Tue, Dec 9
🏥 Decarb NY Healthcare: Wed, Dec 10
💩 Compost Processing at Greenspace on 4th: Wed, Dec 10
🔌 DERTF NYC Meetup: Wed, Dec 10
🚲 Anywhere Ventures x Tarform – NY Climate Hack Summit Side Event: Wed, Dec 10
🌱 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: HAMIDREZA NOROUZI: Thu, Dec 11
🥂 4WARD Global Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetups NYC: Thu, Dec 11
💡 Sip & Spark: Lightning Talks on Sustainability: Thu, Dec 11
🌈 Out In Climate NYC Holiday Party: Thu, Dec 11
🔗 New York Engineering, Energy & Transportation: Thu, Dec 11
☕️ Climate Cafe + Book Talk with Ice’s End Author P. Finian Reilly: Sun, Dec 14
💩 Intro to Composting (Master Composter Course): Sun, Dec 14
🌲 Monthly Tree Tours: Sun, Dec 14
📈 Speak Data: Giorgia Lupi and Phillip Cox, with Maggie Gram: Mon, Dec 15
🍽️ Renewables Small Group Dinner: Mon, Dec 15
🍻 NEW - SJC SpeakEASY Salon Series: Tue, Dec 16
📖 Radical Nonfiction Book Group: Tue, Dec 16
🍻 Green Drinks Brooklyn: Wed, Dec 17
🍃 Green Drinks Brooklyn - Overflow: Wed, Dec 17
🐘 Sustainable White Elephant Party: Wed, Dec 17
🌍 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: BO LI: Thu, Dec 18
🌍 Climate Equity Youth Expo: Thu, Dec 18
🍺 4WARD NYC Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetup: Thu, Dec 18
🧘 Ecological Identity & Mental Health: Thu, Dec 18
🏗️ Comprehensive Green Building Certification Guide – 1 Day Workshop in NYC: Tue, Dec 23
🌱 UPROSE Volunteer Training: Tue, Dec 23
This Week's Events in Detail
🍻 Mechanism Happy Hour | New York
When: Tue, Dec. 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 623 Sackett Street, Brooklyn
Mechanism Happy Hour is an engaging networking event set at Wild East Brewing Co. in Brooklyn, NY, where participants can celebrate the accomplishments of UMA and discuss the pivot towards a new approach in manufacturing focused on community and sustainability. The event aims to highlight the importance of strong labor standards and community ownership while fostering production ecosystems that strengthen local resilience. This gathering is timely and relevant as it addresses the challenges posed by climate change and seeks to build connections within and across communities.
⚛️ Space Nuclear: The Final Frontier
When: Tue, Dec. 2 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: , New York
Meet the people turning today’s science fiction into tomorrow’s engineering reality. Columbia Nuclear is Clean Energy (NiCE) and Campus Climate Tech are spotlighting the fast-emerging world of space nuclear innovation.
🕚 Manhattan Climate Changemakers Hour of Action
When: Tue, Dec. 2 from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM (EST)
Where: Pier 57, New York
Join us every other Tuesday evening at Pier 57 for productive climate action! We’ll start with optional half an hour of food and hanging out from 6-6:30, then get down to business from 6:30-7:30. Whether we’re writing letters to the editor, scheduling meetings with members of congress, or informing local governments about climate incentives, we’ll have a plan ready for you to take action for bold, science-based, equitable climate solutions. All you have to do is show up.
🌿 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum
When: Tue, Dec. 2 from 10:10 PM to 11:30 PM (EST)
Where: 550 West 120th Street, New York
Columbia University’s M.S. in Sustainability Management alumni will share insights into the courses that shaped their professional journey with a panel on Nonprofits and Advocacy.
♻️ Waste Management Skills for Manufacturing – 1 Day Training, New York, NY
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: 100 Church Street 8th Floor New York City New York 10007, New York
This workshop offers a practical guide to waste management specifically designed for manufacturing facilities. Participants learn how to identify manufacturing waste streams, minimize waste generation, handle hazardous materials safely, and implement sustainable disposal practices that support operational efficiency.
💧 The Future of Water: Challenges, Innovation and Investment
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 151 W. 42nd St., New York
This event addresses the urgent water crisis exacerbated by climate change and other factors, highlighting the intersection of innovation and investment in water technology. Experts will discuss strategic investments and infrastructure needs to modernize the water sector in the U.S., presenting significant opportunities for financial growth and sustainable practices. Prominent speakers from leading organizations will share insights on promising investment structures and developments in the context of water management.
🌿 Regenerative Procurement: The New Frontier of Business Value
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: Freeman Alley, New York
This intimate dinner hosted at Freemans in New York City gathers senior leaders in procurement and sustainability to discuss themes from Elvire Regnier’s book, “Regenerative Procurement: Redefining Value Creation.” The event focuses on transforming procurement into a driver for innovation, resilience, and sustainability, showcasing new strategies for building robust supplier relationships. Attendees will engage in a keynote presentation and networking opportunities, centered around the evolving role of procurement in business ecosystems.
🌍 Climate Change and Environmental Justice: What’s Next for New York?
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 333 West 23rd Street, New York
On December 3, 2025, the SVA Theatre in New York will host a presentation by Elijah Hutchinson, Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice, focusing on the city’s challenges and strategies in addressing climate change impacts and environmental injustices. The event follows the release of the EJNYC Report, New York City’s first comprehensive study on environmental inequality, and aims to facilitate community participation in shaping the upcoming Environmental Justice Plan. Attendees will gain insights into the city’s approach to developing sustainable solutions that promote equity in health and environmental outcomes.
♻️ Full Circle for Nature: Transparency in the Supply Chain
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 10:00 PM to 12:00 AM (EST)
Where: 116th and Broadway, New York
Join the Biodiversity Club and Circular Economy Club for a panel on supply chain transparency, exploring how visibility and accountability can protect biodiversity and drive circular change. Moderated by Kim Matsoukas of Coach, with panelists Alex Harden of Just Salad, and Ruzual Boparai of Efficio, where she serves as the Sustainable Procurement & Supply Chain Risk Lead.
⏰ Brooklyn Hour of Action
When: Wed, Dec. 3 from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: Threes Brewing Gowanus, Kings County
Join us every Wednesday @ 8pm at Threes Brewing in Brooklyn for an hour of climate action. We’ll do all the legwork for you to take action, advocate for bold, science-based, equitable climate solutions. All you have to do is show up. Whether you’re new to political action (like +60% of our community!) or a seasoned advocate, you’re in the right place. You have more influence than you realize! Bring a laptop, a friend or two, grab a drink, and let’s get to work.
🎨 Paradoxical Insomnia
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: John Street Tidal Marsh, Kings County
Join us in celebrating the last full moon of the year as we launch our new Augmented Reality project in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Enjoy a self-guided walk to three eco-locations across the park, and pick up a set of AR-enhanced art cards so you can take the magic home. Explore urban climate resilience through the lens of speculative fiction.
📊 DSSG-NYC: Data Science for Social Good - Meet Up
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: 251 West 30th Street, New York
The DSSG-NYC Meet Up at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library aims to engage participants in conversations about leadership within data science for social good. Discussions will focus on grass-root organization strategies to empower at-risk communities and explore the use of technology in areas such as immigration, democracy, and food sustainability. This event is pivotal for fostering collaboration and introducing upcoming projects and hackathons that leverage data science and AI.
🤝 I2SL GNY: Sponsorship Appreciation Event
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: , New York
The I2SL GNY: Sponsorship Appreciation Event is a special gathering hosted by I2SL Greater New York to acknowledge and thank sponsors for their support in the past year. Set in New York, this invitation-only event offers a unique opportunity for sponsors and stakeholders in the climate tech sector to network and strengthen their partnerships. The event features a range of sponsors from prominent companies, highlighting the collaborative spirit in addressing climate challenges.
🔗 SUSTAINABILITY SPEED LAB, by BlueInc Strategies
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 150 West 22nd Street, New York
The Sustainability Speed Lab, hosted by BlueInc Strategies at Materials for the Arts in Queens, NY, aims to foster collaboration among sustainability professionals by addressing challenges and facilitating networking. Following the success of previous labs, this event features structured conversations and a networking happy hour, providing an opportunity for Chief Sustainability Officers, NGO leaders, and sustainable solution providers to connect and devise actionable solutions. The event’s interactive format and focus on problem-solving makes it a significant gathering for climate tech enthusiasts in NYC.
📸 Climate Chronicles: Exhibit Opening Event
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: Near Washington Square Park, New York
The “Climate Chronicles: Exhibit Opening Event” at NWNY Community Hub in New York showcases the narratives of immigrant women regarding climate issues. This event will feature an exhibit of original photography and stories produced during the Climate Stories Training, promoting themes of climate justice and community resilience. Attendees can interact with storytellers and enjoy a communal atmosphere with refreshments, emphasizing the importance of diverse voices in climate discourse.
🏡 LEGACY AND POWER: Understanding Your Housing Rights and Protections
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (EST)
Where: 158 Buffalo Avenue, Brooklyn
Presented in partnership with the NYC Commission on Human Rights, we’ll gather over dinner to explore the housing issues that impact our community, with housing advocates and lawyers onsite to answer questions and share resources.
🌳 ClimateHack New York City: Meeting Rising Energy Demand & HackSummit Warm Up
When: Thu, Dec. 4 from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (EST)
Where: , Kings County
ClimateHack NYC returns with an evening designed for the builders shaping our rapidly expanding world. Join founders, investors, engineers, and operators who are rethinking how we produce, store, and distribute energy as global demand accelerates at unprecedented speed.
🏗️ NYU Sustainable Engineering Summit 2025
When: Fri, Dec. 5 from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: 5 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn
NYU’s Sustainable Engineering Summit featuring a series of talks, panel discussions, poster demonstrations, and a networking reception
💻 Sustainable Synapse: Hack for Social Impact
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: Academic Complex, Kings County
The ‘Sustainable Synapse: Hack for Social Impact’ is a hackathon taking place on November 15-16, 2025, at the Academic Complex in Kings County, New York. Organized by Mentor Me Collective and the Google Developer Group @ City Tech, the event invites students to collaborate on projects addressing critical UN Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger and Sustainable Cities. Participants will gain mentorship, enhance their skills, and compete for prizes aimed at fostering innovative solutions for a sustainable future.
🍄 GIY Mycelium: Liquid Culture to Grow Bags
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Where: 132 32nd Street, Brooklyn
This hands-on workshop at Genspace in Brooklyn teaches participants how to create mycelium grow bags using local fungi strains. Participants will learn about the biology of fungi and how to cultivate them on various substrates, leaving with their own inoculated jars and grow bags. Instructor Brian Houstle brings a unique background as a sustainability specialist focused on innovative materials for the construction industry, enhancing the workshop’s relevance to sustainability and climate tech.
⚡️ Climate Co-Founder Matching: Grid Tech
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: Columbia Startup Lab (CSL), New York
Are you ready to take your passion for sustainability and climate tech to the next level? Join me for an exciting morning of curated speed networking designed to connect aspiring entrepreneurs in Colu...
🧪 Crafting Bioplastics Demo
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM (EST)
Where: FUGUE GALLERY, New York
Join us for a demo with Laraib of LOVEHAPPY on making bioplastic with everyday kitchen materials, learn about. bioplastics - a plant-based, biodegradable alternative to conventional petroleum based plastics and explore their wide-ranging applications in textiles, lighting, and sculptural design.
🥳 Brooklyn Creative Reuse First Anniversary Party!
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: 517 Court Street, Brooklyn
We’re hosting a fundraiser party to celebrate Brooklyn Creative Reuse’s first anniversary at Loafers Cocktail Bar in Brooklyn.
🧵 Fashion for the Future Event
When: Sat, Dec. 6 from 9:00 PM to 1:30 AM (EST)
Where: 185 Greenwich Street, New York
Get ready to dive into the cutting-edge world of style at our Fashion for the Future event! Join us in person for an exciting day filled with innovative designs, sustainable trends, and fresh ideas that are shaping tomorrow’s wardrobe. Whether you’re a fashionista or just curious, this is the place to be to see what’s next. Don’t miss out on this must-attend experience that’s all about creativity and forward-thinking vibes!
🌱 HI PHI EARTH FUNDRAISER - SUSTAINABILITY SUNDAY
When: Sun, Dec. 7 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 126 Front Street, Brooklyn
HI PHI EARTH’s first annual benefit event, Sustainability Sunday, celebrates arts, agriculture, and community in Brooklyn, NY. This evening program includes sustainable food and wine tastings, live performances, insights from thought leaders on sustainable architecture, and a VIP speakeasy reception, culminating in a concert by 3 SATIVAS. This event not only supports sustainability initiatives but fosters community engagement around these essential themes.
🌍 HI PHI EARTH FUNDRAISER - SUSTAINABILITY SUNDAY - ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION
When: Sun, Dec. 7 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 126 Front Street, Brooklyn
The HI PHI Earth Fundraiser - Sustainability Sunday is an annual benefit event held in Brooklyn, NY, focusing on sustainable architecture and community engagement. Attendees can enjoy sustainable tastings, climate smart cocktails, and live music while engaging in discussions with leading pioneers in the field such as Craig Dykers from Snøhetta and David Fulton from Wild Build. The evening features a vibrant atmosphere of arts, agriculture, and sustainability, making it a unique gathering for like-minded individuals.
🧶 Darn it! Mending Club at The Textile Arts Center
When: Sun, Dec. 7 from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (EST)
Where: 505 Carroll Street, Brooklyn
Mending is a form of resistance! Coming together at the Textile Arts Center on the first Sunday of each month, we can explore this intervention through the act of mending our precious textiles: for...
🔌 YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture: Gas Boom Mirage
When: Mon, Dec. 8 from 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: 25 Bridge Street, New York
Welcome to YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture: Gas Boom Mirage! Join us at the White Horse Tavern - Financial District on December 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM (Eastern Time) for an interactive discussion on methane’s role in the energy system. Let’s dive deep into the world of gas demand, production and future energy demand.