Ultimate Ocean Event Guide to Climate Week NYC 2024
Daniela V. Fernandez
Founder & CEO of Sustainable Ocean Alliance | Ocean Investor | Keynote Speaker | Forbes 30 Under 30
You’ve just stumbled across a dedicated ocean events playbook for Climate Week NYC 2024, brought to you by Daniela V. Fernandez , Founder & CEO of Sustainable Ocean Alliance.
Events are listed in chronological order. Some are free, others are costly. Some are in-person, others offer a livestream. Some are at capacity, others are still accepting last-minute registrations. No matter your interests, availability, or budget—there’s something here for you.?
Topics of engagements range from innovations in the maritime industry and investing in ecopreneurs to mental health and mindfulness for ocean conservation—and beyond. I encourage you to save this article for easy reference and come back to check for updates throughout the week.?
Will I see you in NYC? Please let me know which days you’ll be around, whether in the comments or by sending a DM. Looking forward to seeing many of you at the wealth of ocean events!
Note: This guide was last updated on September 17, 2024, and is subject to revisions as additional events are submitted.
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 23
Accelerating Research, Development, and Demonstration for Responsible Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (MCDR) – Where Are We on the Road to 2030?
Date & Time: Monday, September 23, 9am-12pm EDT?
Where: In-Person at New York City Bar Association, 42 W 44th St, New York
Organized by: Ocean Visions?
About: Don’t miss MCDR subject matter expert, Brad Ack (CEO of Ocean Visions) moderate this engaging, geopolitical, cross-cutting panel discussion with:
Register here.
Note: If you can’t make it to NYC, Brad and I will explore MCDR in an upcoming edition of my LinkedIn Newsletter, Planet & Purpose (subscribe here for updates!).
Capacity Building for Intergenerational Collaboration and SIDS Youth
Date & Time: Monday, September 23, 1pm-3pm EDT
Where: In-Person at 777 United Nations Plaza, 10th Floor Conference Room, New York
Organized by: PeaceBoat US
About: SOA’s partners at PeaceBoat US invite you to join them for a special program during the United Nations Summit of the Future focused on engagement and empowerment for ocean and climate action for youth, in particular from Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
Register here.
A Night with Intergenerational Ocean Storytellers?
Date & Time: Monday, September 23, 7pm-9pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Patagonia SoHo, 72 Greene St, New York
Organized by: Patagonia SoHo
About: During this evening dedicated to ocean protection through intergenerational storytelling, Polynesian elders, young ocean leaders, educators, and ocean-climate policy experts will share their experiences in marine stewardship and perspectives on Indigenous co-management.
Moderated by SOA Young Ocean Leader Bodhi Patil , event speakers include:?
Register here.
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 24
The Race Below
Date & Time: All Day Tuesday, September 24 to Thursday, September 26
Where: In-Person at The Nest Climate Campus at the Javits Center, 429 11th Ave, New York
Organized by: 11th Hour Racing and The Nest Climate Campus
About: The Race Below is an interactive, immersive experience to promote education about ocean health and encourage participants to take action.?
Register here.
Oceans Council at the ClimateImpact Clubhouse?
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 24, 9am-11am EDT?
Where: In-Person at Arlo SoHo, 231 Hudson St, New York
Organized by: ClimateImpact and Clever Carbon
About: I’m honored to bring my ocean sustainability expertise to this curated, two-hour signature roundtable session intended for Series A+ climate founders, investors, and policymakers. We’ll discuss financing the sustainable blue economy with 20+ experts spanning industries and perspectives in the prioritization of ocean health.?
Register here.
Note: The ClimateImpact Clubhouse spans 3 days (Sept 23-25) with many other exciting climate events (learn more here). Priority for registration is reserved for ClimateImpact members, growth-stage founders, and investors.
Ocean & Coastal Resilience: How Entrepreneurs & Governments Collaborate on Ocean Solutions
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 24, 12:30pm-2:30pm EDT?
Where: In-Person at 433 Broadway, New York
Organized by: Center for Sea Rise Solutions?
About: This event will explore the government and corporate partners' role in supporting ocean innovation, resulting ROI, plus funding strategies for ocean and climate entrepreneurs.?
Speakers include:?
Register here.
Climate Tech Investors Summit
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 24, 2pm-6pm EDT?
Where: In-Person at 3 West Club, 51st St, New York
Organized by: The Atlas Capital & Altru Institute
About: Hosted by SOA partner Atlas Capital, the Climate Tech Investors Summit - NYC is an exclusive event that aims to connect with active family offices and high networth individuals passionate about cutting-edge climate tech investing.
Register here.
Dive into Our Oceans: Clips and Conversations with Filmmaker James Honeyborne
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 24, 3:40pm-4:40pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Studio 525, 525 West 24th St, New York
Organized by: Futerra Solutions House and Sustainable Entertainment Alliance
About: Be among the first to view scenes from the upcoming Netflix docuseries Our Oceans. This preview event includes a talkback with filmmakers and complimentary popcorn.
Speakers include:
Register here.
Entrepreneurial Insights on the Sustainable Blue Economy
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 24, 6pm-7pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Harvard Club of New York City, 35 W 44th St, New York
Organized by: Fondation Prince Albert II Monaco, ClimateImpact, ChangeNOW, Builders Vision, Sustainable Ocean Alliance, 1000 Ocean Startups, Blue Action, Solar Impulse Foundation
About: I’m honored to join the Ocean Innovators Platform as a panelist, alongside:
This private gathering is designed for ocean investors, innovators, and experts to connect, create, and promote for-profit solutions.
Note: Registration is invite only. I hope to see you there!
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 25
Hope House’s Make Waves: Breakfast for Ocean Champions
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 25, 10am-12pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Hope House, PENN 2, 2 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York
Organized by: Time For Better, Earthrise Studio, and Sounds of the Ocean
About: Support and learn from young ocean advocates who will inform and inspire you about the High Seas Treaty and the roll you can play working across mindfulness practices, expert insights, and actionable strategies.
Speakers include:
Hope for the Cryosphere? An Introduction to Ocean Visions’ Road Map of Potential Approaches to Slow the Loss of Arctic Sea Ice
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 25, 1pm-3pm EDT
Where: In-Person at New York City Bar Association, 42 West 44th St, New York
Organized by: Ocean Visions
About: The Arctic is warming significantly faster than the rest of the planet, with studies showing increases as much as 4-6x (known as Arctic amplification). This free event will outline a roadmap to slow the loss of Arctic sea ice and the resulting impacts.
Register here.
Waves of Change: Bridging Science, Technology, and Mental Health for Ocean Conservation
Date & Time:?Wednesday, September 25, 2pm-9pm EDT
Where: In-Person at The Canvas 3.0, The Oculus, World Trade Center, New York
Organized by: The Conscious Leaders Summit
About: Join me and fellow esteemed panelists for an exclusive event where climate investment meets conscious living. Moderated by Sean Davies , CEO of the Conscious Festival, this panel will explore the intersectionalities of our approaches to ocean conservation in what’s bound to be a compelling, diversified discussion.
Speakers include:
Register here by September 24.
Note: Use code CFNYCW15 for a 15% discount!
Trees and Seas: Nature-Based Solutions for a Sustainable Planet
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 25, 3pm EDT
Where: In-Person at City Winery, Pier 57, New York
Organized by: Techonomy Climate and Worth Media Group
About: Join me on Wednesday for a panel discussion on the importance of nature-based solutions at Techonomy Climate alongside Laurie Wayburn (Co-Founder & President at Pacific Forest Trust) and Dan Costa (Editorial Director at Worth Media Group).?
This conference will showcase ideas and innovations from top minds in technology, business, and environmental science, providing a platform for sharing breakthroughs and strategies to shape a more sustainable and resilient future.?
Register here.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 26
Blue Tech "Startupsphere"
Date & Time: Thursday, September 26, 10am-1pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Maxwell Social, 135 Watts St, New York
Organized by: 1000 Ocean Startups, Seaworthy Collective, and Washington Maritime Blue
About: The second annual Startupsphere is back, with a focus on startups in the Maritime Decarbonization sector, including a fireside chat with Codename E-lixr and Photon Marine (SOA Ecopreneur Network member!).?
Register here.
Note: Early bird discount (FREE access) is available through September 20.
Climate Ring: Partnering with Nature for Coastal Protection
Date & Time: Thursday, September 26, 12pm-2pm EDT
Where: In-Person at Performance Space New York, 150 1st Ave 4th Floor, New York
Organized by: swissnex
About: From September 25-27, swissnex is hosting the Climate Ring—a pop-up boxing arena for the fight of the century: the one for Planet Earth.
Round 6 of the Climate Ring will explore nature-based solutions to the coastal climate crisis, from restoring coral reefs and mangrove forests to harnessing the power of waves to rebuild islands. The event will feature three keynote presentations by innovators working on coastal climate change solutions, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Janelle Kellman, Esq. (She/Her) (Founder & CEO of the Center for Sea Rise Solutions).
Register here by September 26.
In Conversation with Sustainable Ocean Alliance: Strengthening the Blue Economy?
Date & Time: Thursday, September 26, 3pm-3:15pm EDT
Where: Online & In-Person at IndieBio, 7 Pennsylvania Plaza Floor 9, New York
Organized by: Clever Carbon and Carbon Newbie Summit
About: In this seaside chat, I will reunite with Michelle Li—Founder of Clever Carbon, Women and Climate, and the Carbon Newbie Summit—where she will moderate our discussion on the sustainable blue economy, the value of which is expected to reach $3 trillion USD by 2030. We’ll discuss how ecopreneurs, investors, and cross-sector champions can deepen their impact, bolster the blue workforce pipeline, and accelerate benefits for the economy and society.
Register here.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27
THE OCEAN COUNTDOWN: Dine, Design, Do
Date & Time: Friday, September 27, 9:30am-12:30pm EDT
Where: In-Person at 309 Clayton Rd, New York
Organized by: Okhtapus, The Undertow, and The New York Climate Exchange
About: End the business week with this engaging activation that includes an ocean-inspired auditory extravaganza, networking opportunities, and design-thinking exercises.
Register here.
Chief Operating Officer
2 个月Great to meet you today on our panel at the Transformative Impact Summit, and hear the good work you're doing. I wish I had known about this great resource in advance of Climate Week - I now know for next year!
Great to see so many ocean events here. Thanks for featuring The Race Below immersive experience with 11th Hour Racing. We hope people feel inspired to take action! ??
Executive Director 4ocean Foundation | Sustainability Champion | Board Member
2 个月Such a helpful resource, thank you! ??????
Co-Founder at rrreefs | Curious Human rebuilding Coral Reefs | Ocean Scientist | Singularity U GSP17
2 个月There is a cool event at Performance Space on Nature for Coastal Protection.https://swissnex.org/boston/event/climate-ring-partnering-with-nature-for-coastal-protection/
CEO & Co-founder of ConduitIMPACT | Sustainable Leadership & Circular Economy Innovator | International Project Management Expert | Skilled Team Lead | Management & Strategy Expert | Facilitating Impactful Investments
2 个月Thanks for sharing this Ocean Event Guide! It’s great to see so many ocean-focused events at Climate Week NYC.