​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)
Sponsored by: Autocase and NYSERDA

​🏛 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 - 6:50 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:

• ​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

• ​Erika Jozwiak, Climate Resiliency Lead at NYSERDA
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• ​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

• ​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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​6:50 - 7:05 PM – The Collaborative Nexus of Economics for Enhanced Climate Adaptation and Hazard Mitigation Planning/Funding

​Speaker:

• ​Eric Bill, President, Autocase
  – A leader in climate tech and prop tech solutions. He leverages data science, financial analysis, and economic research to inform infrastructure, real estate, and public policy initiatives, driving sustainable, resilient development. LinkedIn

​7:05 - 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
  LinkedIn

• ​Yasha Chaturvedi, Director of Sustainability and Utilities at Cortland
  LinkedIn

• ​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.
  LinkedIn

• ​Bill Kenworthey, Principal, Regional Leader of Urban Design at HOK.
  LinkedIn

• ​Benjamin Rodney, Vice President - Construction at Hines.
  LinkedIn

• ​Travis Bunt, Principal at Office for the Next Environment.

• ​Eric Bill, President and Chief Economist at Autocase
  LinkedIn

​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