

The key takeaways from NY Climate Week, with Climate Group CEO Helen Clarkson
Oct 1, 2024
Join Helen Clarkson, CEO of the Climate Group, and Geoffrey Pyatt, US Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources, as they dissect the highlights of Climate Week in New York. Helen discusses how Climate Week has transformed from a business-focused gathering to a major platform for actionable climate solutions. They delve into the pressing need to overcome regulatory barriers for renewable energy investment and celebrate the launch of a coalition aiming for 24/7 clean electricity. Geoffrey also shares insights on the U.S. efforts in supporting Ukraine’s energy security.
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Climate Week's Evolution
- Helen Clarkson, Climate Group CEO, describes Climate Week NYC's growth over 16 years.
- It evolved from a small business event to a major platform with 900 events and 100,000 attendees.
Shifting Focus to 'How'
- Climate Week NYC's focus shifted from "why" companies should act on climate to "how."
- It now helps organizations implement climate solutions, reflecting climate action's mainstreaming.
Renewables and Energy Security
- Corporate and government climate ambition remains strong, despite energy security concerns.
- Renewables are now discussed within energy security, not solely as climate action.