​Building Climate Resilience: Strategies for a Sustainable Future

​📅 Date: April 23, 2024
⏰ Time: 5:00PM - 8:00 PM EDT
📍 Location: New York, New York
(Venue details provided after registration)
🏛 Hosted by: HOK

​This Panel and Open Roundtable Discussion Will Address the Urgency of Climate Challenges

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As climate challenges intensify, Decarb NY is convening industry leaders, urban planners, and resilience experts to explore innovative strategies for building climate-resilient communities and infrastructure. This exclusive event will focus on proactive measures to tackle extreme weather events, enhance hurricane preparedness, and promote sustainable large-scale infrastructure design.

​Join us for an evening of insightful discussions, strategic networking, and collaborative engagement to drive meaningful action towards a climate-resilient future.

​Event Highlights & Key Topics

• ​Climate Resiliency Planning Strategies

• ​Addressing Hurricane Preparedness

• ​Large-Scale Sustainable Infrastructure Design

• ​Innovative Solutions for Extreme Weather Adaptation

• ​Case Studies on Urban Resilience Initiatives

​Engage with thought leaders through expert panels and dynamic networking sessions designed to foster connections and share actionable insights.

​Event Agenda & Speaker Lineup

​5:00 – 5:50 PM
Networking/ Cocktails and Pizza

​5:50 – 6 PM
Opening Remarks

​Speakers:

• ​Scott Donachie, CEO at Decarb Summits.
  – Connecting decision-makers across real estate, finance, and technology to drive sustainable impact, leading over 170+ organizations in transforming the built environment. LinkedIn

• ​Autumn Visconti, Landscape Architecture at HOK. - Regional Design Leader specializing in climate-resilient landscapes, leading transformative projects like East Side Coastal Resiliency and Brooklyn-Queens Park to integrate open space and urban sustainability. LinkedIn

​6:00 - 6:40 PM – Strategic Planning for Climate Resiliency and Infrastructure
Dive into critical discussions on strategies for climate resiliency, infrastructure planning, and community preparedness.

​Moderator:

• ​Autumn Visconti, Regional Design Leader - Landscape Architecture at HOK.
  – Regional Design Leader specializing in climate-resilient landscapes, leading transformative projects like East Side Coastal Resiliency and Brooklyn-Queens Park to integrate open space and urban sustainability. LinkedIn

​Panelists:

• ​Gwen Dawson, Retired SVP of Design and Construction at Battery Park City Authority.
  – Experienced leader in planning, development, and construction, specializing in large-scale public projects and transformational urban development initiatives. LinkedIn

• ​Bill Kenworthey, Principal, Regional Leader of Urban Design at HOK.
  – Expert in architecture, urban design, and planning, leading transformative projects in public realm design, coastal resiliency, and major institutional developments. LinkedIn

• ​Benjamin Rodney, Vice President - Construction at Hines.
  – Leading deep decarbonization retrofits and sustainability strategies across major projects, driving ESG initiatives and innovative low-carbon solutions in urban development. LinkedIn

• ​Adin Meir - As AVP at The Moinian Group, he drives innovative energy management and ESG strategies for premier real estate. Previously, as President of CodeGreen Solutions, he scaled a top-tier sustainability consultancy, delivering impactful energy audits and LEED projects. LinkedIn

• ​Yaowen Ma, Principal, Climate Strategy Lead at Apollo - ESG and sustainability expert specializing in climate risk management, TCFD implementation, and decarbonization. He drives data-driven initiatives that align business strategy with robust climate solutions.
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• ​Travis Bunt, Principal at Office for the Next Environment.

• ​Josh DeFlorio, Chief, Resilience & Sustainability at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey - With over 15 years in urban planning and risk resilience, he leads initiatives that drive sustainable, climate-adaptive infrastructure across the NYC region. An MIT alumnus, his work integrates energy innovation with resilient transportation solutions.
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​6:40 - 8:00 PM – Open Discussion on Navigating Resiliency and Infrastructure Planning Under the New Administration
Every attendee will have 5 minutes to come up with what they are doing to address the shift from Federal top down to State and Local Funding.

​Attendees:

• ​Erika Jozwiak, Climate Resiliency Lead at NYSERDA
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• ​Courtney Wladyka, Director of ESG at Marx | Okubo Associates, Inc.
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• ​Yaowen Ma, Principal, Climate Strategy Lead at Apollo
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• ​Yasha Chaturvedi, Director of Sustainability and Utilities at Cortland
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• ​Randy Topp, Senior Vice President - Energy Services and National Operations Support at Ainsworth Inc
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• ​Autumn Visconti, Regional Design Leader - Landscape Architecture at HOK. LinkedIn

• ​Gwen Dawson, SVP of Design and Construction at Battery Park City Authority.
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• ​Bill Kenworthey, Principal, Regional Leader of Urban Design at HOK.
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• ​Benjamin Rodney, Vice President - Construction at Hines.
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• ​Travis Bunt, Principal at Office for the Next Environment.

• ​Eric Bill, President and Chief Economist at Autocase
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​Why Attend?

​✅ Gain exclusive insights from experts in climate resiliency and urban planning
✅ Learn about innovative approaches to sustainable infrastructure design
✅ Network with professionals dedicated to driving climate action
✅ Explore real-world solutions for extreme weather preparedness

​Register to reserve your spot

​If you have any questions about the event or would like to request an invitation, please contact:
andrew.byrne@decarbsummits.com