

Day 2: Policy & Advocacy
Policy drives action, and advocacy ensures that action is equitable and effective. This day will focus on the role of government, grassroots movements, and legal frameworks in shaping a climate-resilient future.
Topics for the day include:
Energy policy and resilience planning
The intersection of climate and national security
Grassroots advocacy for climate justice
How policy can drive investment in clean infrastructure
This day is powered by Tech for Climate Action, the world’s most inclusive series of events that unites governments and industries to advance climate action and sustainability.
This day is made possible by the generous supporters and partners, including:
Since the venue has limited seating, tickets will be given through a lottery system. If you've been accepted to join us at this DC Climate Week's hub location, you will be notified by April 22nd.
Day 2 Agenda
9:30AM – 9:55AM | Registration and Networking
9:55AM – 10:00AM | Welcome Address
10:00AM – 10:50AM | Opening Keynotes
10:50AM – 11:50AM | Energy for a New Era
11:50AM – 12:00PM | Lightning Talk
12:00PM – 1PM | Lunch Break & Wellness Activity
1:10PM – 2:10PM | Leading with AI: Innovation for Climate and Competitiveness
2:10PM – 2:20PM | Lightning Talk
2:20PM – 3:05 PM | National Security & Disaster Planning
3:05PM – 3:25PM | Networking Break
3:25PM – 3:35PM | Lightning Talk
3:35PM – 4:20PM | Plastics and Climate Change
4:20PM – 4:30PM | Lightning Talk
4:30PM – 6:00PM | Rooftop Networking Reception
The speakers and organizations participating during the DC Climate Week event do not represent the views of the event space hosts or DC Climate Week.