Global Leaders Gather for Climate Week NYC 2025 to Drive Climate Action

Climate Week NYC 2025 is set to take place from September 21 to 28 in New York City, bringing together global leaders from business, government, and civil society to advance climate action. Organized by the Climate Group, this annual event coincides with the United Nations General Assembly, providing a platform for collaboration and innovation in addressing climate change.

This year's theme, "Power On," emphasizes the urgency of accelerating the transition to a sustainable future. The week will feature over 900 events, including high-level discussions, workshops, and community gatherings, focusing on critical areas such as climate finance, renewable energy, adaptation and resilience, and sustainable infrastructure.

A key highlight is The Nest Climate Campus, scheduled from September 23 to 25 at the Javits Center. This event will focus on clean energy, sustainable agriculture, public health, and ESG and climate disclosure. Ceres, a nonprofit organization advocating for sustainable business practices, will host a full-day residency at The Nest Climate Campus. One of their sessions, "Championing the Clean Economy: Corporate Action and Protecting the Freedom to Invest," will explore how U.S. businesses are prospering in the transition to a cleaner economy.

Another significant event is the World Climate and Biodiversity Summit on September 25, which will address global climate and biodiversity challenges. Additionally, on September 25, Food Tank and The Rockefeller Foundation will present "Nourishing People, Planet, and our Future," focusing on innovative solutions to nourish people and build climate resilience.

Notable speakers at Climate Week NYC 2025 include Jim Andrew, Chief Sustainability Officer at PepsiCo; Pilar Cruz, Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of Global Impact at Cargill; Christina Shim, Chief Sustainability Officer at IBM; Virginie Helias, Chief Sustainability Officer at Procter & Gamble; Chris Walker, Director of Sustainability at Amazon Web Services; Cassandra Garber, Chief Sustainability Officer at General Motors; and Ann Tracy, Chief Sustainability Officer at Colgate-Palmolive.

Since its inception in 2009, Climate Week NYC has grown into a significant event in the global climate calendar, complementing the COP conferences by focusing on non-governmental and sub-national climate leadership. In previous years, the event has been a platform for major announcements, such as California's Governor Gavin Newsom announcing a lawsuit against major fossil fuel companies for decades of misinformation, and Volvo pledging to end all diesel production by early 2024.

Despite global political challenges and a perceived U.S. government retreat from climate leadership, Climate Week NYC serves as a crucial platform to unite world leaders, businesses, and civil society to foster climate solutions and collaboration. The event underscores the urgency and continued momentum of climate action, especially amid global political challenges.

Climate Week NYC 2025 stands as a pivotal event in the global climate agenda, offering a platform for diverse stakeholders to collaborate and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future. Its alignment with the United Nations General Assembly amplifies its significance, providing opportunities for impactful announcements and initiatives.