NY Climate Tech: July 22 - July 29
Climate Week on the horizon! Also in this newsletter: happy hours, VC coworking, book releases, picnics, women in climate investing, hackathons, picnics, and more
Hi friends,
Are you organizing anything for Climate Week? Submit to our curated guide! We’ll be posting the first edition very soon.
In the meantime, I’m very happy to announce that the Climate Film Festival is returning for opening weekend of Climate Week NYC, from Fri 9/19 - Mon 9/22. We’ll have 60 films, workshops, master classes, activations, and more. Full schedule to be announced, but RSVP here to save the date!
We’re also doing something new this year—our first ever Narrative Change Summit on Monday 9/22. The Narrative Change Summit at CFF convenes influential storytellers, cultural leaders, and business innovators to explore how creative media can mainstream climate solutions and mobilize real-world action. Apply to attend here.
We have a lot more coming up in the next few months, so stay tuned!
Again, if you’re planning anything for Climate Week NYC, don’t wait to submit to our curated guide!
Here are our picks for the week:
🏗️ WRISE Week Happy Hour & Networking: Tue, Jul 22
📈 Vital Systems: Investing in What the World Needs Next: Tue, Jul 22
📚 In Celebration of Marginlands: Wed, Jul 23
🌳 VC Co-Working Day: Investing in Nature Based Solutions: Thu, Jul 24
🌊 NextGen Women in Climate Investing - Investment Analysis Workshop & Social: Sat, Jul 26
🧺 NYC Community Picnic ☀️: Sat, Jul 26
🌎 International Relations x Climate Hackathon: Tue, Jul 29
— Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities team
This Week's Events
🌊 Youth Leadership on Ocean and Climate Action Through Capacity Building: Tue, Jul 22
🌍 Enabling Resilient Journeys: Climate Mobility for Sustainable Development: Tue, Jul 22
🌪️ Natural Disaster Awareness: Learn. Prepare. Network: Tue, Jul 22
🏗️ WRISE Week Happy Hour & Networking: Tue, Jul 22
📈 Vital Systems: Investing in What the World Needs Next: Tue, Jul 22
🌱 Designing for Impact: Wed, Jul 23
🥂 Perchiversary: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact!: Wed, Jul 23
⚡ Everstar Office Warming: Raising a Glass to the Nuclear Renaissance: Wed, Jul 23
🎶 Climate Cafe & Folk Jam: Wed, Jul 23
📚 In Celebration of Marginlands: Wed, Jul 23
🌐 Summer 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: KATIE DAGON: Thu, Jul 24
🌳 VC Co-Working Day: Investing in Nature Based Solutions: Thu, Jul 24
💧 plant-based supper club: water & marine ecosystem: Thu, Jul 24
🌊 NextGen Women in Climate Investing - Investment Analysis Workshop & Social: Sat, Jul 26
🧺 NYC Community Picnic ☀️: Sat, Jul 26
🧬 Earth’s Ledger: Hidden Histories of the Revolutionary War: Sat, Jul 26
🌾 Farm Community Volunteer Days 2025: Sun, Jul 27
🍄 Sculpting With Mycelium: Sun, Jul 27
🌿 The reconstruction of “We”: Botanical Cyanotype Workshop By Natalia Nakazaw: Sun, Jul 27
🎨 Climate Art Show: Sun, Jul 27
🎬 Climate Horror Short Film Showcase: Sun, Jul 27
🌱 Climate Cafe South Brooklyn’s July Climate Cafe: Sun, Jul 27
🍻 Stanford Alumni in Sustainability — Panel and Mixer: Mon, Jul 28
🌎 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!
Bring a Bard MBA in Sustainability Consulting Team to Your Organization
Got a big sustainability or impact challenge? Bard College’s top-ranked MBA in Sustainability is offering free consulting teams to mission-driven businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies through its year-long NYCLab program. Submit your proposal by July 11th and let our MBA students help move your work forward. Learn how we've supported organizations ranging from Nasdaq to Etsy to Queens Community House and apply here.
Opportunities
🌐 Lloyd’s of London Foundation Grant Programme: Due Jul. 25
If you’re working on innovative research in risk management or climate adaptation, you can now apply for funding through the Lloyd’s of London Foundation’s new grant programme. We are offering financial support to researchers and organisations dedicated to advancing the understanding of risk and future recovery – driving positive action for a safer, more resilient world. Support from the Lloyd’s of London Foundation offers: Significant funding: An annual grant of up to £100,000 for a one-year project or £50,000 per year for a two-year project. Visibility and collaboration: Join a network of experts working on projects that drive meaningful change
🧩 NY Climate Exchange Climate Tech Fellowship: Due Jul. 8
Innovations emerging from university labs and on-campus entrepreneurship programs are a growing source of climate solutions. Once they leave the university, however, many innovators lose access to the resources and support system needed to progress solutions, creating an early “valley of death”. To address this gap, we are launching The Exchange’s Climate Tech Fellowship to help promising technologies and teams from our university partner network start their early-stage commercialization journey. $10k for fellows. Must be affiliated with a Climate Exchange member university
🏙️ Building Cleaner Communities Competition: Due Jul. 31
NYSERDA’s Building Cleaner Communities Competition supports the design and construction of carbon neutral or net zero energy performance in two categories. Category A provides funding at the facility level, supporting building-specific measures for efficiency, all-electric heating and cooling, renewable energy, storage and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Category B provides funding at the community and campus level supporting planning, energy modeling, design, technical analysis needed for carbon neutral or net zero performance of the large-scale project. The program is open to existing and new construction buildings to achieve carbon neutral or net zero energy performance.
Upcoming Events
🌎 International Relations x Climate Hackathon: Tue, Jul 29
🌍 SUSTAINABILITY SPEED LAB, by MFTA, Prose & BlueInc Strategies: Tue, Jul 29
🧩 Momentum+ / Design Thinking Techniques for Wicked Problems: Wed, Jul 30
💵 Wallet Max Presents Planet Positive Pitch Competition: Thu, Jul 31
🌍 Live TEA Demonstration & Gathering: Thu, Jul 31
🍹 Green Drinks Newark - July 2025: Thu, Jul 31
🎶 Unheard-of + The Gowanus Dredgers Present: System Architecture: Fri, Aug 1
🌍 TRIIBE Changemaker Summit: Sat, Aug 2
🎶 This Sun-Breathing Earth: Chamber Music Concert, followed by a Solarpunk Workshop: Sun, Aug 3
🌍 Net Impact NYC's Summer Social Hour!: Tue, Aug 5
🌱 🫖 Tea Talk: Solarpunk: Wed, Aug 6
👩💼 Change the Narrative’s Leading Ladies Annual Networking Gala: Thu, Aug 7
🌳 Riverside Park Conservancy: Advocacy Club: Fri, Aug 8
🌊 Volunteering Untapped NYC: Billion Oyster Project (August Event): Sat, Aug 9
♻️ Imaginarium Reclaimed: An Upcycle Fair!: Sat, Aug 9
✍️ World Building Climate Writing Workshop: Sun, Aug 10
🌱 Sustainability conference: Mon, Aug 11
🌍 Powering Purpose: A Social Impact Mixer by Climate Cardinals x monday.com: Tue, Aug 12
🍏 Green Apple Trivia: Tue, Aug 12
⚡ DERTF NYC Meetup: Wed, Aug 13
🌿 TIDALS Summer Fellowship Presentations: Wed, Aug 13
👗 Sustainable Fashion Panel + Clothing Swap 👗🌎✨: Fri, Aug 15
🌳 Book Talk & Nature Walk w/ Ryan F. Mandelbaum: Wild NYC: Fri, Aug 15
♻️ Gotham Gators Volunteer: Sure We Can: Sat, Aug 16
🍄 Papermaking with Fungi: Sat, Aug 16
🧵 Warp & Weft: Not Our Oceans!: Mon, Aug 18
🌿 Greenhouse Gang: Tue, Aug 19
⚡ AEG New York 25Q3 Stakeholder Challenge: Energy Efficiency + Grid Optimization: Thu, Aug 21
🌿 4WARD NYC Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetup: Thu, Aug 21
🌵 Cactus to Leather: Learn Sustainable Materials with Nopal: Sat, Aug 23
🌱 Intro to Bioplastics: Stained Glass Panels: Sun, Aug 24
This Week's Events in Detail
🌊 Youth Leadership on Ocean and Climate Action Through Capacity Building
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 777 United Nations plaza, New York
This session at the United Nations plaza in New York aims to explore storytelling as a vital tool for capacity-building in the context of the climate crisis. Participants will discuss the interplay of science, policy, and storytelling, showcasing effective solutions and narratives that inspire action and shift the climate narrative towards hope and resilience. The event highlights the importance of community engagement in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and climate action.
🌍 Enabling Resilient Journeys: Climate Mobility for Sustainable Development
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM (EDT)
Where: 871 United Nations Plaza, New York
This high-level side event at the Permanent Mission of Germany to the United Nations will delve into the pressing issues surrounding climate change and human mobility. By discussing the Great Caribbean Shifts report, it aims to highlight the importance of adaptive migration pathways for those displaced by climate impacts. The event will feature a panel with diverse international perspectives, exploring how climate mobility aligns with and advances several Sustainable Development Goals.
🌍 Natural Disaster Awareness: Learn. Prepare. Network
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Where: Union Square, New York
This event, hosted by the Creative Society NYC in Union Square, focuses on raising awareness and preparing communities for natural disasters exacerbated by environmental issues such as plastic pollution. Participants will engage in a research presentation that highlights critical links between human activity and natural cycles, with practical tips for disaster preparedness and personal safety shared. The event also includes a networking session aimed at fostering connections among nonprofits, researchers, and community members committed to environmental activism.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Awareness: Learn. Prepare. Network
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Where: Union Square, New York
The "Natural Disaster Awareness: Learn. Prepare. Network" event in Union Square, NYC, focuses on raising awareness and preparedness for natural disasters by linking scientific research to human impacts on the environment. Attendees will learn about the connections between pollution, geological risks, and natural cycles, and gain practical resources for disaster preparedness. The event also includes a networking opportunity, providing a platform for community involvement and collaboration among nonprofit organizations, researchers, and engaged citizens.
🏗️ WRISE Week Happy Hour & Networking
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT)
Where: 129 East 15th Street, New York
WRISE Week Happy Hour & Networking provides a unique opportunity for professionals in the renewable energy sector to gather and connect at Hidden Lane Bar in New York City on July 22, 2025. The event features a casual atmosphere with complimentary drinks and a pay-what-you-wish ticketing option that supports future programming. Sponsored by Generate Capital, this networking event is tailored for those interested in climate technology and sustainability, making it a valuable addition to NYC's climate tech scene.
📈 Vital Systems: Investing in What the World Needs Next
When: Tue, Jul. 22 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 600 3rd Ave floor 34, New York
The event, "Vital Systems: Investing in What the World Needs Next," takes place in New York City on July 22-23, 2025. It brings together a curated audience of venture capitalists, founders, and family offices for a salon-style evening focused on funding innovations in climate, food, water, and energy systems. Notable speaker Shannon Parker, co-founder of ReefCycle, will discuss regenerative ocean systems and the funding challenges faced by deep tech founders, making this a crucial event for those interested in investing in sustainable and meaningful solutions.
🌱 Designing for Impact
When: Wed, Jul. 23 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT)
Where: 1114 6th Avenue, New York
Designing for Impact is an engaging event hosted by the IIDA NY Sustainability Committee in partnership with Humanscale, focused on promoting sustainability in design practices. Featuring a 1-hour Continuing Education Unit (CEU) on specifying environmentally impactful products, attendees will also enjoy a networking reception aimed at strengthening the interiors community. Proceeds from the event will benefit the IIDA NY Chapter Student Awards Program and the Pajama Program, which supports children in need.
🥂 Perchiversary: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact!
When: Wed, Jul. 23 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT)
Where: 185 Van Dyke Street, Brooklyn
Perchiversary marks a decade of impactful community collaboration, celebrated at the Red Hook Cidery in Brooklyn. This invitation-only event gathers those who have contributed to Perch Advisors' mission of supporting vibrant neighborhoods and uplifting local voices. Attendees will enjoy scenic views and reflect on ten years of advancement and future aspirations in community development.
⚡ Everstar Office Warming: Raising a Glass to the Nuclear Renaissance
When: Wed, Jul. 23 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Where: Everstar HQ, New York
Everstar HQ is hosting an office warming celebration that marks a significant shift in the nuclear energy landscape. This event will feature networking opportunities, remarks from CEO Kevin Kong, and unveil major initiatives aimed at advancing nuclear energy, including the introduction of Gordian's innovative AI technology. Attendees are encouraged to engage in discussions about energy solutions and the future of nuclear power in a celebratory atmosphere.
🎶 Climate Cafe & Folk Jam
When: Wed, Jul. 23 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 110 Schermerhorn St, Kings County
The Climate Cafe & Folk Jam in Brooklyn invites participants to engage in a community-driven discussion on climate-related emotions, followed by a lively musical jam session featuring folk songs in a bluegrass style. This unique event combines climate awareness with creative expression, fostering connection and collaboration among attendees. Free refreshments will be provided for those who RSVP in advance.
📚 In Celebration of Marginlands
When: Wed, Jul. 23 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 18 West 21st Street, New York
Join the Asian American Writers' Workshop in New York City for a celebration of Arati Kumar-Rao's 'Marginlands,' a compelling narrative exploring India's environmental transformations through the lens of personal storytelling and rich illustrations. The event emphasizes the urgent need for ecological preservation, drawing on Kumar-Rao's journey across diverse terrains in India, highlighting both traditional wisdom and contemporary challenges faced by vulnerable communities. This gathering underscores the intersection of arts, culture, and environmental activism, promoting engagement and accessibility for all attendees.
🌐 Summer 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: KATIE DAGON
When: Thu, Jul. 24 from 12:30 AM to 1:30 PM (EDT)
Where: 2276 12th Avenue, New York
The Summer 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science features Katie Dagon from NSF NCAR, focusing on climate data science topics relevant to climate technology. This hybrid event allows participants to gather in person at the Columbia Innovation Hub or attend virtually via Zoom, fostering collaboration among attendees. The specifics of the talk's content are forthcoming, making it a relevant gathering for those interested in the intersection of technology and climate science in New York.
🌳 VC Co-Working Day: Investing in Nature Based Solutions
When: Thu, Jul. 24 from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EDT)
Where: , New York
VC Co-Working Day focuses on connecting NYC's early-stage investors with a specific interest in Nature-Based Solutions. This event offers a unique opportunity for Pre-Seed to Series A investors in deep tech and climate solutions to collaborate, share deals, and engage in meaningful discussions in an open-office environment. The event includes a networking session for those who can't participate in co-working, promoting community building within the climate tech sector.
💧 plant-based supper club: water & marine ecosystem
When: Thu, Jul. 24 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 25 Broad St, New York
The Plant-Based Supper Club hosted by Soapbox Project and Amrūt in New York City invites guests to explore the theme of water while enjoying a free, nourishing four-course meal made from locally sourced and upcycled ingredients. Attendees will engage in climate advocacy exercises, hear from local experts, and partake in community discussions aimed at transforming climate anxiety into meaningful action. This event emphasizes inclusivity, targeting students, artists, and organizers who address food and climate injustice.
🌊 NextGen Women in Climate Investing - Investment Analysis Workshop & Social
When: Sat, Jul. 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (EDT)
Where: Brookfield Place, New York
The 'NextGen Women in Climate Investing' event at Brookfield Place in New York invites aspiring women investors to a workshop focused on financial analysis and investment opportunities in climate technology. Participants will engage in building investment theses, learn about decarbonization, and network with fellow attendees in a waterfront setting. This initiative aims to empower women and foster a diverse network within the climate investing landscape.
🧺 NYC Community Picnic ☀️
When: Sat, Jul. 26 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EDT)
Where: The Great Lawn, New York
The NYC Community Picnic invites local changemakers to gather at The Great Lawn in Central Park for an evening of connection and collaboration. This free event welcomes everyone, from dedicated climate advocates to newcomers curious about climate issues, encouraging participants to bring snacks, drinks, and games to share. It's a perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while building community around climate action in New York City.
🧬 Earth’s Ledger: Hidden Histories of the Revolutionary War
When: Sat, Jul. 26 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EDT)
Where: The Climate Imaginarium, New York
Earth’s Ledger is a unique event held at The Climate Imaginarium in New York City, where NASA scientists Dr. Dorothy Peteet and Dr. Allegra LeGrande explore the intricate connections between soil and pivotal moments in American history, including the Revolutionary War. Participants will learn how soil layers can reveal the chemical signatures left by historical events such as warfare and industrialization, contributing to our understanding of past and present climatic impacts. This free public event is tailored for enthusiasts of both history and science, making it an engaging educational experience.
🌾 Farm Community Volunteer Days 2025
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 43-50 Main St, Flushing
The Farm Community Volunteer Day at Queens Botanical Garden invites participants to engage in sustainable agriculture by helping to prepare a farm that provides fresh produce for local food pantries. Volunteers will learn gardening basics while taking part in hands-on activities such as planting, weeding, and harvesting. This community-oriented event promotes environmental stewardship through gardening and food relief, creating an opportunity for individuals to connect with nature and each other in a collaborative setting.
🍄 Sculpting With Mycelium
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 132 32nd Street, Brooklyn
"Sculpting With Mycelium" is a hands-on workshop taking place at Genspace in Brooklyn, NY, where participants will explore the creative potential of mycelium, the vegetative fibers of mushrooms, for sustainable design applications. Participants will learn to grow and sculpt mycelium into composite materials, while also understanding its role in waste decomposition and potential as a replacement for traditional materials. Led by industrial designer Niko Arranz, who specializes in biomaterials, this event highlights innovative approaches to climate tech in urban environments.
🌿 The reconstruction of “We”: Botanical Cyanotype Workshop By Natalia Nakazaw
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 32-01 Vernon Boulevard, Queens
Join artist Natalia Nakazawa for a Botanical Cyanotype Workshop at Socrates Sculpture Park, coinciding with the annual Guelaguetza celebration that honors the cultural heritage of Oaxaca. Participants will forage botanicals and create cyanotype banners that reflect themes of connection, resilience, and community engagement. This workshop emphasizes collective action and draws upon the park's legacy, making it a unique opportunity for individuals of all ages to engage in artistic practices tied to environmental awareness and cultural exchange.
🎨 Climate Art Show
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EDT)
Where: 265 West 37th Street, New York
The Climate Art Show, featuring sculptor Alan Cary Egre, showcases the intersection of art and sustainability through intricate wire sculptures crafted from repurposed materials. Egre's unique blend of visual and auditory artistry draws inspiration from origami and architectural design, creating dynamic spatial experiences. Attendees in New York City can enjoy this innovative event along with a complimentary drink, engaging in discussions about creativity and environmental awareness.
🎬 Climate Horror Short Film Showcase
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (EDT)
Where: The Climate Imaginarium, New York
The Climate Horror Short Film Showcase features a screening of the thought-provoking climate horror short film, Micro-Plastination, along with Q&A sessions with the directors. This unique event not only offers a glimpse into the artistic interpretation of climate issues through film but also provides an opportunity for attendees to connect with fellow film lovers and artists in a creatively stimulating environment. Snacks and drinks will be available, enhancing the casual yet engaging atmosphere of the gathering.
🌱 Climate Cafe South Brooklyn’s July Climate Cafe
When: Sun, Jul. 27 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT)
Where: Marine Park Coffee, Kings County
Climate Cafe South Brooklyn's July event offers a supportive gathering space for community members to discuss the climate crisis and its impacts on their lives. With a special guest speaker from Serenity Community Garden, attendees can learn about local resilience and community building through gardening. This informal meetup fosters a sense of connection and empowerment for individuals of all ages in the Brooklyn area, encouraging honest conversations about hopes and concerns regarding climate change.
🍻 Stanford Alumni in Sustainability — Panel and Mixer
When: Mon, Jul. 28 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (EDT)
Where: Chelsea, New York
The Stanford Alumni in Sustainability event at Pier 57 in New York features expert lightning talks on climate and impact investing, followed by an interactive Q&A session. This free event provides a platform for alumni to engage, network, and discuss potential collaborations in the sustainability sector. Attendees can expect insights from leaders in the field, fostering a community of environmental impact enthusiasts.