NY Climate Tech: Nov 11 - Nov 18
Urban tech, distributed energy, climate startups, energy, women & sustainability, climate writing, and more upcoming events
Hi friends,
A little late out the door today, so we’ll keep it fast! Here are our picks for the week:
Today swing by the 🌆 Urban Tech Summit 2025 at Cornell Tech and close out the day at the 🎉 November Climate Tech Mixer
Tomorrow talk distributed energy at the ⚡ DERTF NYC Meetup
Thursday check out the startups at 🌍 NYC ClimateTech.connect in midtown
Friday head to the 🔌 21st Annual Columbia University Energy Symposium
Saturday go back to the UWS for the 🆙 Uplift Summit 2025 and 🖊️ Climate Writing Club
Sunday learn about 🧸 Parenting in the Age of Climate Change in Park Slope
As always,
— Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities team
This Week's Events
🌆 Urban Tech Summit 2025 - Adaptive Intelligence: Activating Urban AI: Tue, Nov 11
🌊 The (Literal) Launch: Tue, Nov 11
🎉 November Climate Tech Mixer: Tue, Nov 11
🏴☠️ SPIRIT & STEEL: Tue, Nov 11
🍏 Green Apple Trivia: Tue, Nov 11
🌱 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum: Tue, Nov 11
🔬 NYSCC Demystifying Biotechnology: 360 Degree Look from Ingredient to Brand: Wed, Nov 12
🌾 Farm Community Volunteer Days 2025: Wed, Nov 12
☀️ NEW YORK SOLAR STORAGE SUMMIT: Wed, Nov 12
🍎 Apples at the Crossroads: Domestication, Genomics, and Climate Resilience: Wed, Nov 12
🎴 Climate Fresk & Dinner at Eat Offbeat (Chelsea Market): Wed, Nov 12
☕️ Climate Cafe & Facilitator Training: Wed, Nov 12
🚗 AEG Northeast Clean Transportation Summit Dinner: Wed, Nov 12
⚡ DERTF NYC Meetup: Wed, Nov 12
🔌 AEG/ACT Northeast Clean Transportation Summit: Thu, Nov 13
🚫 Diversity & Government Procurement Conference: Thu, Nov 13
🌍 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: ZHOU YU: Thu, Nov 13
🌍 NYC ClimateTech.connect: Thu, Nov 13
🎙️ Person Place Thing with Randy Cohen & NYCEDC President Andrew Kimball: Thu, Nov 13
🥂 4WARD Global Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetups NYC: Thu, Nov 13
🥕 Annual Members Meeting - Slow Food NYC: Thu, Nov 13
🍽️ Maximizing Food: Designing Systems to Utilize Surplus: Fri, Nov 14
🔌 21st Annual Columbia University Energy Symposium: Fri, Nov 14
🌳 Riverside Park Conservancy: Advocacy Club: Fri, Nov 14
🆙 Uplift Summit 2025: Sat, Nov 15
🧘♀️ Mini Retreat -- Karma: From Wounded to Wise: Sat, Nov 15
🖊️ Climate Writing Club: Sat, Nov 15
🐦🔥 Beautiful Wings Project: Rise Like a Phoenix: Sat, Nov 15
🎨 25 Years. Celebrating a Legacy of Impact.: Sat, Nov 15
🌍 After The Blast: Sat, Nov 15
🌊 Reggae Rewind: Women of Reggae Tribute: Sat, Nov 15
🧸 Parenting in the Age of Climate Change: Sun, Nov 16
🛍️ Cozy Climate Fall Fest: Sun, Nov 16
🌱 Growing Green Entrepreneurship in the Bronx: Mon, Nov 17
📖 Wild Fictions: Essays on Literature, Empire, and the Environment: Mon, Nov 17
📚 Celebrating Recent Work by Alyssa Battistoni: Mon, Nov 17
Opportunities
🚀 Scale for Climate Tech: Due Nov. 14
Scale For ClimateTech provides support throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring that founders have confidence in their path to the market, make fewer mistakes, and can scale up production to meet demand. From early Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and prototype refinement to negotiating partner and supplier agreements, as well as managing logistics, Scale For ClimateTech is dedicated to helping you navigate time-sensitive, critical decisions throughout the entire manufacturing process. Apply here.
✍️ NRDC Climate Storytelling Fellowship: Due Nov. 28
The Fellowship will grant $20,000 each to three writers to support revision of a feature screenplay or pilot that engages with climate change in a compelling way. A climate story acknowledges that we already live in a climate-altered world and are grappling with the impacts to our homes, health, communities, and jobs. Apply here.
🌎 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
🌍 Manhattan Climate Changemakers Hour of Action: Tue, Nov 18
🏡 Future-Proofing Housing: East vs West Coast: Tue, Nov 18
🍻 NEW - SJC SpeakEASY Salon Series: Tue, Nov 18
📖 Louis Evans and Kay Vaindal launch “ECO24”: Tue, Nov 18
🌱 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum: Tue, Nov 18
🤝 WISE: 2025 Networking Lunch: Wed, Nov 19
🍻 Green Drinks Brooklyn: Wed, Nov 19
🍃 Green Drinks Brooklyn - Overflow: Wed, Nov 19
⚡ Energy Infrastructure Summit: Thu, Nov 20
🌍 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: MARY MARGARET STOLL: Thu, Nov 20
💡 Lunch and Learn: Smarter Heating for NYC’s Legacy Buildings: Thu, Nov 20
🌍 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: SAM SILVA: Thu, Nov 20
🌱 How I Got Here: Clean Energy Careers: Thu, Nov 20
📊 DSSG-NYC: Data Science for Social Good - Meet Up: Thu, Nov 20
🎲 November Energy & Climate Game Night: Thu, Nov 20
☀️ Renewables Happy Hour: Thu, Nov 20
🥂 4WARD NYC Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetup: Thu, Nov 20
🍷 Jewish Green Drinks NYC: Thu, Nov 20
🎨 Artist Panel & Dialogue: “Imagining Climate Futures”: Thu, Nov 20
👗 Inside Sustainability with Bard MBA: The Future for Sustainable Fashion: Thu, Nov 20
📚 The Scientific American 2025 Nonfiction Panel: Thu, Nov 20
🌱 wastED opportunities: Recycling, Remediation, Reclamation: Fri, Nov 21
🗣️ The Quiet Part Out Loud: Fri, Nov 21
🌿 Climate Co-Founder Matching: Built Environment: Sat, Nov 22
🌈 Something Fierce: Sat, Nov 22
🌱 Navigating Sustainability Careers in a Changing Landscape: Sat, Nov 22
🧪 BioArt: Casting with Agar: Sun, Nov 23
🌱 Climate Cafe & Community Dinner: Mon, Nov 24
🍻 Climate Pints Fall Gathering: Mon, Nov 24
🏗️ Comprehensive Green Building Certification Guide – 1 Day Workshop in NYC: Tue, Nov 25
This Week's Events in Detail
🌆 Urban Tech Summit 2025 - Adaptive Intelligence: Activating Urban AI
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)
Where: 2 West Loop Road, New York
The Urban Tech Summit 2025, hosted by Cornell Tech’s Urban Tech Hub, focuses on “Adaptive Intelligence: Activating Urban AI,” addressing the intersection of urban technology and climate adaptation. This summit brings together experts to explore how AI can innovate urban infrastructure, enhance community engagement, and optimize mobility in the face of climate challenges. With a dual-day agenda examining pressing urban climate challenges, the summit aims to empower cities to act proactively amidst global uncertainties.
🌊 The (Literal) Launch
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Where: Newtown Creek Nature Walk, Kings County
The (Literal) Launch is a unique ceremony and canoe journey taking place at Newtown Creek Nature Walk, Brooklyn. Participants will engage in a symbolic flotilla to honor the creek and kick off an extraordinary crowdfunding campaign tied to climate action. This event emphasizes community involvement and creativity, inviting all to participate in a sustainable celebration along the historic waters of New York.
🎉 November Climate Tech Mixer
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: Waiting on a Friend, New York
The November Climate Tech Mixer hosted by Net Zero Insights in New York City is a key monthly gathering focused on the climate tech ecosystem. Attendees from various sectors including venture capital, corporate sustainability, and innovative startups will network and spotlight pioneering solutions addressing climate challenges. This event serves as a platform for startups to pitch their ideas, fostering collaboration and investment in climate tech solutions.
🏴☠️ SPIRIT & STEEL
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 7:00 PM to 11:11 PM (EST)
Where: Newlab, Kings County
SPIRIT & STEEL is a unique Kickstarter launch event taking place at Newlab in Brooklyn, focused on resurrecting a decommissioned ferry while promoting ecological and creative initiatives. This gathering blends art, community, and environmental activism, featuring live music, maritime-themed rituals, and a call to action for attendees to support environmental restoration efforts. Participants are encouraged to embrace a pirate-themed spirit, contributing to a project aimed at cleaning polluted waterways in NYC and creating an educational center for community engagement.
🍏 Green Apple Trivia
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM (EST)
Where: 659 9th Avenue, New York
Green Apple Trivia invites sustainability enthusiasts to test their knowledge in a fun trivia night at Mercury Bar West in New York City. Participants can enjoy a vegan menu alongside happy hour specials, with opportunities to network and join teams for the trivia competition. This engaging event not only promotes community engagement but also raises awareness about climate-related issues through a lively atmosphere.
🌱 Workshops in Sustainability Career Paths and Curriculum
When: Tue, Nov. 11 from 8:10 PM to 9:30 PM (EST)
Where: 550 West 120th Street, New York
This workshop series hosted by Columbia University’s M.S. in Sustainability Management focuses on sustainable career paths in the energy sector. It features a panel discussion led by industry experts, including alumni who share insights on how the program’s curriculum has influenced their professional journeys. The event serves both in-person and virtual attendees and emphasizes the real-world applications of sustainability education.
🔬 NYSCC Demystifying Biotechnology: 360 Degree Look from Ingredient to Brand
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)
Where: 76 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City
The NYSCC Demystifying Biotechnology event will explore the transformative impact of biotechnology on the beauty and personal care industry. Taking place on November 12, 2025, at Liberty House in Jersey City, NJ, attendees will learn from industry leaders about the innovative use of biotechnology in product formulation and compliance. The event features prominent speakers, including clean chemistry experts and regulatory professionals, providing valuable insights into the future of sustainable beauty products.
🌾 Farm Community Volunteer Days 2025
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (EST)
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.
☀️ NEW YORK SOLAR STORAGE SUMMIT
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 12:00 PM to 11:59 PM (EST)
Where: , ALBANY
The New York Solar Storage Summit, held in Albany, NY, focuses on the evolving landscape of renewable energy in response to recent federal policy changes. The event aims to equip attendees with practical strategies for the distributed solar and storage sectors, featuring workshops, financing discussions, technical interconnections, and a trade show with numerous exhibitors. This summit is a key networking opportunity for both public and private sector leaders in the clean energy industry, highlighting resilience in the face of challenges.
🍎 Apples at the Crossroads: Domestication, Genomics, and Climate Resilience
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Where: 19 Washington Square North, New York
“Apples at the Crossroads” explores the intersection of apple domestication, genomics, and climate resilience, led by Amandine Cornille from NYU Abu Dhabi. This event highlights how population genomics can inform breeding and conservation efforts, emphasizing the need for climate-resilient agricultural practices. Taking place at NYU, it aligns with the theme of climate tech in NYC, addressing both historical and future challenges faced by one of the world’s key fruit species.
🎴 Climate Fresk & Dinner at Eat Offbeat (Chelsea Market)
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Where: 75 9th Avenue, New York
Participate in an engaging 3-hour Climate Change Game at Chelsea Market, followed by a dinner featuring homemade dishes crafted by refugee chefs from around the globe. This event blends interactive learning about climate change with a culinary experience, emphasizing community and cultural exchange. It presents a unique opportunity to connect over food while addressing pressing climate issues in a vibrant New York setting.
☕️ Climate Cafe & Facilitator Training
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 110 Schermerhorn St, Kings County
The Climate Cafe & Facilitator Training event invites community members to train as facilitators in Brooklyn, New York. Participants will engage in a collaborative cafe setting, learn facilitation theory and best practices, and apply their knowledge through role-play scenarios. This initiative aims to foster local grassroots climate leadership and create supportive neighborhood spaces across NYC, offering resources for new facilitators and promoting community governance.
🚗 AEG Northeast Clean Transportation Summit Dinner
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
Where: WSP USA, New York
The AEG Northeast Clean Transportation Summit Dinner takes place at WSP USA in New York, offering an exclusive networking opportunity for leaders to engage in critical discussions ahead of the Stakeholder Challenge. Attendees will enjoy dinner, drinks, and presentations, facilitating meaningful connections within the climate tech sector.
⚡ DERTF NYC Meetup
When: Wed, Nov. 12 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: David Energy Systems, New York
The DERTF NYC Meetup is a monthly gathering for professionals and enthusiasts in the distributed energy resources (DER) sector. Held at David Energy Systems in New York, this free event facilitates networking and discussion among energy experts and advocates. It serves as a platform for sharing insights and fostering collaboration within the climate tech community in NYC.
🔌 AEG/ACT Northeast Clean Transportation Summit
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)
Where: Con Edison, New York
The AEG/ACT Northeast Clean Transportation Summit will convene stakeholders from various sectors, including regulatory, utility, and technology experts, to address obstacles in fleet electrification over a 12-month period. Attendees will participate in discussions and breakout sessions to prioritize challenges and develop actionable solutions through teamwork and innovative business models. The event aims to foster a modernized, affordable, just, and reliable transportation system in New York City.
🚫 Diversity & Government Procurement Conference
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (EST)
Where: 630 2nd Avenue, New York
The NY Diversity & Procurement Summit is a full-day conference focusing on equity and opportunity in New York’s procurement landscape. It aims to foster business partnerships between government agencies, prime contractors, and minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs). Scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 630SECOND in New York, this event offers insights from key stakeholders to navigate the competitive procurement arena.
🌍 Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science: ZHOU YU
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Where: 2276 12th Avenue, New York
The Fall 2025 Lecture in Climate Data Science features Zhou Yu from Columbia University, focusing on advancing the understanding of climate data analytics. This hybrid event takes place on November 13, 2025, at the Columbia Innovation Hub in New York City, accommodating both in-person and virtual attendees. Details such as the specific lecture title and abstract are forthcoming, making it an evolving opportunity for those interested in climate tech.
🌍 NYC ClimateTech.connect
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 1411 Broadway, New York
NYC ClimateTech.connect is a significant gathering focused on advancing climate technology solutions in New York. The event features a networking reception followed by expert panels and presentations from innovative companies like Suyana Climate Insurance, Abisko Sustainability, Photon Marine, and Clean Commodity Exchange, showcasing cutting-edge approaches to climate resilience, sustainability, and technology integration. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with investors and entrepreneurs committed to creating impactful solutions for environmental challenges.
🎙️ Person Place Thing with Randy Cohen & NYCEDC President Andrew Kimball
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Where: 31 Chambers Street, New York City
On November 13, the NYC Department of Records & Information Services will host a live recording of the interview show ‘Person Place Thing,’ featuring Andrew Kimball, President & CEO of the NYC Economic Development Corporation, and hosted by Emmy Award winner Randy Cohen. This unique format allows guests to share meaningful stories about a person, place, and thing that resonate with them, encouraging engaging discussions. The event can be attended virtually via Zoom or in person at DORIS in New York City.
🥂 4WARD Global Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetups NYC
When: Thu, Nov. 13 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.
🥕 Annual Members Meeting - Slow Food NYC
When: Thu, Nov. 13 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 424 West 54th Street, New York
The Annual Members Meeting of Slow Food NYC will take place at Prime Produce, a collaborative workspace that supports sustainability and community initiatives. This event gathers members to discuss strategies and innovations in promoting sustainable food practices and addresses critical climate-related issues in New York City. It is a key opportunity for networking and engaging with like-minded individuals committed to fostering a sustainable food future in NYC.
🍽️ Maximizing Food: Designing Systems to Utilize Surplus
When: Fri, Nov. 14 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Where: Building Energy Exchange, Inc., New York
Maximizing Food: Designing Systems to Utilize Surplus is a pivotal event addressing food waste in New York City, organized by the Mayor’s Office of Food Policy. It features expert panels discussing innovative solutions for using surplus food to alleviate food insecurity and enhance sustainability. The event aims to reshape the local food economy by fostering efficient food redistribution through collaboration among various stakeholders, including policymakers and industry leaders.
🔌 21st Annual Columbia University Energy Symposium
When: Fri, Nov. 14 from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 2950 Broadway, New York
The 21st Annual Columbia University Energy Symposium addresses the pressing global energy transition encompassing key themes such as governance, technology, and industry alignment. Featuring over 300 leaders and innovators, the event includes five high-level panels, fireside chats, and keynote speakers who are influential in shaping the energy landscape. Participants will also have access to a career fair designed to connect emerging talents with recruiters from organizations leading the energy transition.
🌳 Riverside Park Conservancy: Advocacy Club
When: Fri, Nov. 14 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (EST)
Where: West 108th Street, New York
The Riverside Park Conservancy is launching its Advocacy Club, inviting community members to engage in monthly meetings at the Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House in New York City. This new initiative aims to promote sustainability and advocate for the needs of Riverside Park and city parks through updates and resources provided by the Sustainability team. The first gathering will take place on June 13th, with subsequent meetings scheduled every second Friday of the month.
🆙 Uplift Summit 2025
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)
Where: 116th and Broadway, New York
The Uplift Summit 2025 at Columbia University is Women’s Sustainability’s flagship event, uniting industry leaders, academics, policymakers, and students to foster climate solutions, gender equity, and sustainable innovation. This event features a series of panels and networking sessions designed to amplify women’s voices in the sustainability sector, and it is open to all interested in engaging with these critical discussions. Attendees can purchase tickets at various price points, ensuring accessibility to a wide audience.
🧘♀️ Mini Retreat -- Karma: From Wounded to Wise
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: 306 5th Avenue, New York
This mini retreat at the Manhattan Meditation Center invites participants to explore the transformative power of understanding karma. Attendees will engage in discussions and activities designed to redefine life’s challenges as opportunities for growth, resilience, and renewed purpose, all while enjoying a vegetarian lunch. The experience promises a thoughtful reset, focusing on moving from pain to empowerment, making it a unique offering for personal development in a mindful setting.
🖊️ Climate Writing Club
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM (EST)
Where: Silvana, New York
The Climate Writing Club in New York City invites participants to engage in collaborative writing focused on climate and sustainability topics. This free event offers a structured yet supportive environment, where writers can explore various forms of writing from fiction to academic papers. Attendees can expect a session that includes introductions, intention setting, focused writing, and reflections, fostering a community of environmentally-conscious writers.
🐦🔥 Beautiful Wings Project: Rise Like a Phoenix
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Where: 25 11th Avenue, New York
The Beautiful Wings Project: Rise Like a Phoenix is a unique empowerment event taking place in New York, aimed at fostering healing and resilience through collective reflection and interactive activities. Participants will engage in practices designed for personal growth, including writing exercises to release burdens and set new intentions. This session emphasizes the transformative power of resilience and self-worth, promoting a supportive environment for individuals to reclaim their strength and rise like a phoenix.
🎨 25 Years. Celebrating a Legacy of Impact.
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 530 West 25th Street, New York
The event celebrates 25 years of impact with a retrospective look at its achievements and contributions. Attendees can participate in a silent art auction, enjoy connections with students in Cambodia, and engage in a night centered around inspiration and community. Taking place at Agora Gallery in New York, this event seeks to honor a legacy while fostering a sense of purpose among participants.
🌍 After The Blast
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST)
Where: 1601 Broadway, New York
After The Blast, a staged reading of Zoe Kazan’s thought-provoking play, explores a future where humanity lives underground after an environmental disaster. The narrative focuses on Anna and Oliver, who face the challenge of starting a family in a world where fertility is strictly controlled. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), an organization dedicated to combating climate change and protecting the environment.
🌊 Reggae Rewind: Women of Reggae Tribute
When: Sat, Nov. 15 from 11:00 PM to 4:00 AM (EST)
Where: 635 Sackett Street, Brooklyn
The ‘Reggae Rewind: Women of Reggae Tribute’ event celebrates powerful female contributions to the reggae genre with live performances from artists like YEZA and guest deejays in an energetic atmosphere. Taking place at Littlefield in Brooklyn, this night is dedicated to highlighting the strength and creativity of women in reggae while providing classic and contemporary dancehall vibes. It’s an opportunity not just to enjoy reggae music but to celebrate and uplift female artists in this vibrant musical culture.
🧸 Parenting in the Age of Climate Change
When: Sun, Nov. 16 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EST)
Where: 336 3rd Street, Brooklyn
“Parenting in the Age of Climate Change” is an engaging event that addresses the challenges and considerations parents face in relation to environmental issues. Set in the historic Old Stone House of Brooklyn, this event highlights innovative educational approaches and community strategies for raising awareness among families about climate change. It promises to be a pivotal gathering for those seeking to navigate parenting amidst the growing climate crisis.
🛍️ Cozy Climate Fall Fest
When: Sun, Nov. 16 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: Starr Bar, Kings County
The Cozy Climate Fall Fest is a unique gathering aimed at fostering creativity and sustainability in the lead-up to the holiday season. Hosted at Starr Bar in Kings County, New York, it will feature engaging activities like a clothing swap, card-making workshops, cookie decorating, and performances by local artists. This event encourages mindfulness and provides a platform for making eco-friendly gifts, while also promoting community connection and environmental awareness.
🌱 Growing Green Entrepreneurship in the Bronx
When: Mon, Nov. 17 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: , Bronx County
The “Growing Green Entrepreneurship in the Bronx” event is a roundtable focused on fostering local green entrepreneurship in Bronx County, New York. It aims to uplift community voices and identify essential resources needed for innovative green enterprises, covering topics like composting, sustainable fashion, and community solar. The event features notable participants from various organizations, discussing how the Bronx Green Jobs Center can support local businesses in the green economy.
📖 Wild Fictions: Essays on Literature, Empire, and the Environment
When: Mon, Nov. 17 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)
Where: 1133 Broadway, New York
Join esteemed author Amitav Ghosh at Rizzoli Bookstore for a discussion of his latest essay collection, ‘Wild Fictions.’ Delving into themes of literature, climate change, and human experiences, Ghosh’s work reflects on how we occupy and navigate the spaces around us. He will engage in conversation with renowned scholar Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak, followed by a book signing.
📚 Celebrating Recent Work by Alyssa Battistoni
When: Mon, Nov. 17 from 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)
Where: East Campus Residence Hall, New York
Alyssa Battistoni presents her book “Free Gifts: Capitalism and the Politics of Nature” at the Heyman Center for the Humanities in New York. This event explores capitalism’s failure to value nature and offers a critical examination of how ecological issues like climate change are intertwined with economic systems. The discussion includes insights into the historical thinkers and modern implications of valuing natural gifts in political economy, making it a relevant exploration for those interested in climate politics.