NEW YORK CITY, NY – File photo of an NYC Climate Week kickoff event (Photo by BEN GABBE/Patrick NYC Climate Week 2024 is the “Save The Date” on sustainability and climate professionals calendar. It happens near the end of September, overlapping with the UN General Assembly. This means New York City is teaming with notable leaders, celebrities and exciting events. There are several developments that will make this year’s event particularly noteworthy. Here are six highlights to keep your eye and participant in if you can: A More Participatory Hybrid Format NYC Climate Week is embracing a hybrid approach once again, blending in-person and online events. This allows global stakeholders—including communities affected by climate change who may not have the resources to attend in person—to take part in critical discussions. The hybrid model is designed to engage more voices, encouraging participation from a range of geographies and perspectives, including those in developing nations and grassroots organizations. By offering livestreams and interactive sessions, organizers aim to ensure that climate solutions reflect a truly global input. Entertainment and Fashion Joining the Sustainability Movement This year, the entertainment and fashion industries will be stepping up to play a pivotal role in climate discussions. Sustainability panels featuring major brands like Hyer Goods, and creative industry leaders, will explore how consumerism can be transformed to align with climate goals. For example, the ” Forward Food and Fashion ” panel will delve into how these industries, which heavily influence consumer behavior, are making commitments to carbon neutrality. The recent inclusion of entertainment and fashion in climate dialogues helps demonstrate the cultural power these sectors hold in shaping perceptions and behaviors​. Focus on Tech and Digitization While the potential environmental harm of AI has received significant attention, NYC Climate Week is taking a more balanced approach […]