NY Climate Tech: Dec 8 - Dec 15
Fellowships and pilot RFPs, holiday parties, micro-plastics, hospital decarb, deep climate tech, data design, and more upcoming events
Hi friends,
One last call for Hack Summit NYC at Newlab this week - we’ll see you there!
We have a ton of new end-of-year opportunities in this newsletter: 🗽 a founder fellowship with NYCEDC (due 12/31), call for 🔮 Climate Storytelling 2075 proposals (due 1/4), the 🍃 Sage Impact Entrepreneurship accelerator (due 1/5), and the ⛴️ Governors Island Climate Solutions Challenge (due 1/21).
Here are our picks for the week:
Tomorrow start the day Women in Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy ☕️ NYC Climate & Coffee and spend the evening diving into ⚕️ Micro- and nano-plastics: Impact on Environment, Human Health and Climate at Civic Hall or catching up at the 🍹 December Climate Tech Mixer
Wednesday head to 🤖 Hack Summit NYC for deep climate tech or talk HVAC and critical infrastructure at 🏥 Decarb NY Healthcare
Thursday celebrate the season at the 🌈 Out In Climate NYC Holiday Party or learn something new at the 💡 Sip & Spark: Lightning Talks on Sustainability
Monday polish up your charts at 📈 Speak Data: Giorgia Lupi and Phillip Cox, with Maggie Gram
As always,
— Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities team
This Week's Events
💡 Data In Power - NYC Power Hour: Mon, Dec 8
🔌 YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture: Gas Boom Mirage: Mon, Dec 8
☕️ WRISE NYC Climate & Coffee: Tue, Dec 9
⚕️ MICRO- AND NANO-PLASTICS. Impact on Environment, Human Health and Climate.: Tue, Dec 9
🎓 Sustainability Graduate Programs Final Capstone Briefings: Fall 2025: Tue, Dec 9
🍹 December Climate Tech Mixer: Tue, Dec 9
🏥 Decarb NY Healthcare: Wed, Dec 10
💩 Compost Processing at Greenspace on 4th: Wed, Dec 10
🌨️ Climate Cafe & Winter Poetry: Wed, Dec 10
🚲 Anywhere Ventures x Tarform – NY Climate Hack Summit Side Event: Wed, Dec 10
🔌 DERTF NYC Meetup: Wed, Dec 10
🌱 Brooklyn Hour of Action: Wed, Dec 10
🌱 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: HAMIDREZA NOROUZI: Thu, Dec 11
🌍 Climate Cardinals Holiday Hangout: 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
🌍 State of Climate Tech 2025: Annual Insights & Global Outlook: Thu, Dec 11
🔗 New York Engineering, Energy & Transportation: Thu, Dec 11
🌿 Winter Energy Workshop: Fri, Dec 12
🎄 Sustainable Holiday Bazaar 🥂: Fri, Dec 12
🧵 Mending Circle & Climate Cafe: Sat, Dec 13
☕️ 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
Opportunities
🗽 NYCEDC Founder Fellowship: Due 12/31
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.
🔮 Climate Storytelling 2075: Due 1/4
Climate futures thrive on our imagination to shape them. Too often, the future is decided for us by a small group of people rooted in western, settler-colonial worldviews. Your visionary work is urgently need to reimagine our relationship with the Earth and each other, fostering a collective hope and actionable pathways for a better world in 2075 and beyond. Climate Storytelling 2075 gives young people from frontline communities a platform for world-building that leverages the arts and storytelling to explore solutions for adaptation, mitigation, and sustainability at local, regional, and global scales.
🍃 Sage Impact Entrepreneurship 2026: Due 1/5
Village Capital, in partnership with Sage Foundation, is now accepting applications for Sage Impact Entrepreneurship 2026. This equity-free investment-readiness program will support early-stage climate tech startups based in the US that are driving environmental, social, and economic impact in their communities. Selected ventures will receive expert mentorship, tailored business support, and grant funding between $10K - $50K.
⛴️ Governors Island Climate Solutions Challenge: Due 1/21
The Trust for Governors Island seeks companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations offering innovative urban adaptation solutions that will help communities adapt to challenges facing New York City and other dense urban areas, such as chronic flooding, extreme heat, and water shortages. This initiative, presented through the #GovIslandClimate Piloting Program, offers innovators the opportunity to test and scale climate products and services in a real-world environment.
🌎 Climate Tech Cities and Streetlife Ventres 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
📈 Speak Data: Giorgia Lupi and Phillip Cox, with Maggie Gram: Mon, Dec 15
🍽️ Renewables Small Group Dinner: Mon, Dec 15
🍻 Climate Pints Winter Gathering: Mon, Dec 15
🎉 End Of Year Happy Hour With Clean Creatives: Tue, Dec 16
🍻 NEW - SJC SpeakEASY Salon Series: Tue, Dec 16
📖 Radical Nonfiction Book Group: Tue, Dec 16
🎶 Climate Cafe: Songs of Connection at Pete’s Candy Store: Wed, Dec 17
🍻 Green Drinks Brooklyn: 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
🍹 WICIF Holiday Drinks!: Thu, Dec 18
📊 DSSG-NYC: Data Science for Social Good - Meet Up: Thu, Dec 18
🍺 4WARD NYC Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetup: Thu, Dec 18
🧘 Ecological Identity & Mental Health: Thu, Dec 18
🎙️ Inside Sustainability with the Bard MBA: Democratizing Innovation: 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
💡 Data In Power - NYC Power Hour
When: Mon, Dec. 8 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: , New York
Data In Power - NYC Power Hour is a free event in New York City focused on the intersection of climate, energy, and AI, emphasizing the importance of data in decision-making dynamics. Attendees will engage in discussions about how data is collected, analyzed, and visualized, alongside community members interested in these subjects. This event serves as an opportunity to network within a 1,000+ member community committed to bridging industries and fostering meaningful dialogue on critical issues in climate tech.
🔌 YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture: Gas Boom Mirage
When: Mon, Dec. 8 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 25 Bridge Street, New York
YPE’s second Kilowatt Club Lecture focuses on the theme ‘Gas Boom Mirage,’ which centers around methane’s role in the energy system. Hosted at the White Horse Tavern in the Financial District, this event encourages an interactive discussion about gas demand and production, featuring insights from industry experts like Peter Gardett, CEO of Noreva. Networking opportunities will follow to facilitate further engagement among attendees.
☕️ WRISE NYC Climate & Coffee
When: Tue, Dec. 9 from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM (EST)
Where: 154 Court Street, Brooklyn
WRISE NYC Climate & Coffee is a networking event hosted by the Women in Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy’s NYC Chapter, taking place on December 9, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY. Attendees can enjoy coffee while engaging in meaningful conversations around climate solutions and sustainability. The event is aimed at fostering community connections, with potential for future monthly meet-ups across NYC if there is sufficient interest.
⚕️ MICRO- AND NANO-PLASTICS. Impact on Environment, Human Health and Climate.
When: Tue, Dec. 9 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: Civic Hall, New York
Join us for an eye-opening event about the hidden threats lurking in our everyday lives. We’ll dive into the dangers of micro- and nano-plastics — tiny particles that have silently spread across our planet and even into our bodies.
🎓 Sustainability Graduate Programs Final Capstone Briefings: Fall 2025
When: Tue, Dec. 9 from 6:10 PM to 9:15 PM (EST)
Where: 606 W 115th St, New York
The Sustainability Graduate Programs Final Capstone Briefings at Columbia University is a significant educational event showcasing the work of students in the M.S. in Sustainability Management and M.S. in Sustainability Science. This open event will feature presentations on various sustainability projects addressing real-world challenges, including climate action and urban sustainability. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with innovative solutions and strategies tailored to improve sustainability practices in New York and beyond.
🍹 December Climate Tech Mixer
When: Tue, Dec. 9 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: Waiting on a Friend, New York
The December Climate Tech Mixer, organized by Net Zero Insights, is the final monthly gathering of 2025 focused on the climate tech ecosystem in New York City. This event will gather venture capitalists, corporate partners, founders, and policymakers to discuss challenges and innovations in the sector, highlighting pioneering startups working on impactful climate solutions. Attendance is free and offers unique networking opportunities for those involved in climate technology.
🏥 Decarb NY Healthcare
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: , New York
Decarb NY Healthcare is a pivotal summit held in New York, focusing on the unique challenges faced by hospitals and healthcare systems in decarbonizing their operations. The event features industry leaders discussing critical issues such as energy efficiency, regulatory compliance, and innovative procurement strategies, thereby promoting sustainable practices within the healthcare sector. With a comprehensive agenda including renowned speakers and networking opportunities, this summit aims to connect decision-makers in driving sustainability in healthcare.
💩 Compost Processing at Greenspace on 4th
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (EST)
Where: 207 4th Avenue, Brooklyn
This event at GreenSpace on 4th in Brooklyn offers participants a hands-on experience in compost processing, focusing on community engagement and education. Attendees will learn about innovative composting techniques using a customized aluminum community composting cube. This unique garden serves as a valuable resource for the neighborhood, promoting sustainability and environmental awareness through its educational programming.
🌨️ Climate Cafe & Winter Poetry
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 110 Schermerhorn St, Kings County
The Climate Cafe & Winter Poetry event invites community members to engage in a facilitated discussion about climate-related emotions at the Brooklyn Quaker Meeting House. Following the discussion, participants can enjoy a creative winter poetry activity while sharing refreshments. This unique gathering combines emotional reflection on climate issues with artistic expression, fostering community connections in a relaxed setting.
🚲 Anywhere Ventures x Tarform – NY Climate Hack Summit Side Event
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: TARFORM, Kings County
The Anywhere Ventures x Tarform – NY Climate Hack Summit Side Event is an intimate gathering hosted at the Tarform studios in Kings County, New York. Scheduled during the Hack Summit NY, this event will foster meaningful dialogues among founders, investors, and climate-tech innovators in a relaxed environment, surrounded by Tarform’s iconic electric motorcycles. Attendees can enjoy light bites and drinks while networking and sharing ideas on climate solutions.
🔌 DERTF NYC Meetup
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: David Energy Systems, New York
The DERTF NYC Meetup invites energy professionals and enthusiasts to connect on a monthly basis at David Energy Systems in New York. This free event focuses on Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and fosters networking and collaboration among individuals in the climate tech sector. It highlights community engagement and knowledge sharing in the evolving field of energy.
🌱 Brooklyn Hour of Action
When: Wed, Dec. 10 from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM (EST)
Where: Threes Brewing Gowanus, Kings County
The Brooklyn Hour of Action is a weekly gathering at Threes Brewing in Gowanus, Brooklyn, focused on climate advocacy. Held every Wednesday at 8 pm, this free event invites individuals, regardless of their political action experience, to engage in climate solutions and community action. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops and collaborate in a supportive environment, all while enjoying a drink in the venue’s outdoor patio.
🌱 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: HAMIDREZA NOROUZI
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Where: 2276 12th Avenue, New York
The Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science features speaker Hamidreza Norouzi from the New York City College of Technology, discussing topics in climate data science. This hybrid event will take place on December 11, 2025, at the Columbia Innovation Hub in New York City, with limited in-person seating available. Attendees can participate either in person or via Zoom with registration.
🌍 Climate Cardinals Holiday Hangout
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (EST)
Where: Clinton Hall, New York
The Climate Cardinals Holiday Hangout is a festive gathering taking place at Clinton Hall in New York City. Scheduled for December 11, 2025, this free event invites participants to celebrate the year-end with the Climate Cardinals team during an informal happy hour. No reservations are needed, encouraging spontaneous attendance and community engagement around climate action.
🥂 4WARD Global Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetups NYC
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 310 Bowery, New York
The 4WARD Global Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetups in NYC offers a platform for climate professionals to connect and collaborate on sustainability initiatives. Held at the 310 Bowery Bar, this event emphasizes networking within the local climate community and integrates participants into a global network across 45 cities. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP for enhanced engagement with resources, including access to a database of climate solutions and funding opportunities.
💡 Sip & Spark: Lightning Talks on Sustainability
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 381 Troutman Street, Brooklyn
Sip & Spark Lightning Talks on Sustainability is an engaging event taking place at KCBC Brewery in Brooklyn, NY, on December 11, 2025. Featuring fast-paced, 5-minute talks by local sustainability leaders, the event promotes innovative ideas around topics such as zero waste living and food systems. Attendees will enjoy locally brewed beer while networking with like-minded individuals and supporting Zero Waste NYC’s community initiatives.
🌈 Out In Climate NYC Holiday Party
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 230 Park Ave, New York
The Out In Climate NYC Holiday Party offers an inclusive networking opportunity for LGBTQ+ climate professionals and allies at the Clean Capital offices in 230 Park Ave, New York. The event aims to foster community and collaboration among individuals focused on climate solutions while celebrating the year’s achievements. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments, drinks, and meaningful discussions about advancing climate action within the LGBTQ+ community.
🌍 State of Climate Tech 2025: Annual Insights & Global Outlook
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Where: , New York
The “State of Climate Tech 2025” event, organized by Net Zero Insights in New York City, marks the launch of an insightful report analyzing the current climate tech landscape. The event features presentations on key findings, expert panels discussing future scalability in climate solutions, and opportunities for networking with stakeholders in the transition economy. This gathering aims to highlight investment trends, technology adoption, and policy impacts pivotal for the net-zero transition.
🔗 New York Engineering, Energy & Transportation
When: Thu, Dec. 11 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 45 East 33rd Street, New York
The New York Engineering, Energy & Transportation event is a premier networking opportunity designed to connect professionals from engineering, energy, and transportation sectors in a stylish setting. This event focuses on fostering meaningful relationships, facilitating collaboration on sustainable development, and driving innovation in clean energy and infrastructure. Participants can engage in discussions on emerging technologies while networking with industry experts and innovators, making it a key event for anyone interested in the future of these industries.
🌿 Winter Energy Workshop
When: Fri, Dec. 12 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM (EST)
Where: 630 9th Avenue, New York
The Winter Energy Workshop in New York City focuses on innovative solutions and strategies within the energy sector, addressing climate challenges and fostering collaboration among professionals. Set to take place at 630 9th Avenue, this event aims to bring together experts and stakeholders to share insights and discuss the latest trends in energy sustainability and technology. Attendees can expect a dynamic environment emphasizing teamwork and actionable outcomes.
🎄 Sustainable Holiday Bazaar 🥂
When: Fri, Dec. 12 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Where: Fabrik DUMBO, Kings County
The Sustainable Holiday Bazaar takes place at Fabrik DUMBO in Kings County, New York, offering an evening focused on intentional gifting and sustainability. Attendees can shop from local vendors, enjoy eco-friendly gift wrapping, participate in tarot and astrology sessions, and savor warm holiday drinks, creating a festive atmosphere centered on environmental awareness. This event emphasizes community engagement and supports local sustainable businesses, making it a unique holiday gathering.
🧵 Mending Circle & Climate Cafe
When: Sat, Dec. 13 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Where: Kula Yoga Project, Kings County
The Mending Circle & Climate Cafe, hosted by Climate Cafe NYC, invites participants to learn basic hand sewing skills while fostering community engagement in Williamsburg, New York. This cozy event combines a hands-on mending session with discussions around climate emotions, providing a unique blend of practical skills and emotional well-being in the face of climate challenges. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own mending materials to work on while enjoying snacks and drinks in a supportive atmosphere.
☕️ Climate Cafe + Book Talk with Ice’s End Author P. Finian Reilly
When: Sun, Dec. 14 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Where: The Atrium Space, Queens County
The Climate Cafe + Book Talk with author P. Finian Reilly is a unique event hosted by Climate Cafe NYC at The Atrium Space in Queens. This gathering combines a discussion on the creatively engaging themes of Reilly’s sci-fi novel Ice’s End, which addresses climate change and its future impacts, with a celebration of local culture and vegan baked goods. The event aims to inspire conversations around climate action in an accessible and enjoyable setting.
💩 Intro to Composting (Master Composter Course)
When: Sun, Dec. 14 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Where: 43-50 Main St, New York
The Intro to Composting course at Queens Botanical Garden offers participants an opportunity to learn foundational composting techniques applicable in various settings, from backyards to community gardens. This free course not only supports the goals of the Master Composter Course but is also open to anyone interested in sustainable practices. Attendees will gain practical knowledge about composting that they can apply in their own lives, thereby promoting environmental stewardship.
🌲 Monthly Tree Tours
When: Sun, Dec. 14 from 1:45 PM to 3:00 PM (EST)
Where: 10 South Street, New York
The Monthly Tree Tours on Governors Island offer informative guided experiences centered around the island’s extensive canopy of nearly 3,500 trees, which play a vital role in air purification, climate change mitigation, and biodiversity enhancement. These tours foster community engagement and environmental education, making them essential for both island visitors and New Yorkers. Special emphasis is placed on climate-related initiatives, with tours scheduled for the first Saturday of each month through October, aligning with broader climate awareness events.