DC Climate Tech: Jan 22 - Jan 29
Climate panels, happy hours, history, and more events this week!
Hi friends,
Here are our picks for the week:
On Wednesday, swing by Resources for the Future for 🗳️ Big Decisions 2024, their annual event exploring big decisions in climate, energy, and the environment
Also on Wednesday, head to Franklin Hall for the combined 🙋♀️ Women and Climate and 🌱 Climate DC January meetups—this is the big one for the week!
Join Young Professionals in Energy on Thursday for their 🥂 DC Happy Hour at Sudhouse on U Street.
Wrap up the week on Sunday at the National Gallery for 🍃 “Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism”, a tour with historian Mindy Farmer
As always, scroll down for the full list of upcoming events.
Cheers,
Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities Team
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Opportunities
🎓 New Futures Fellowships (Due Jan. 31)
The New Futures Fellowship is a three-month remote fellowship program for graduate and undergraduate students that focuses on innovative and interdisciplinary solutions to the climate crisis.
🏆 Keeling Curve Prize (Due Feb. 12)
The Global Warming Mitigation Project’s flagship program, the Keeling Curve Prize, awards $50,000 annually to each of 10 global projects that demonstrate the ability to reduce, replace, or remove greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and oceans.
Rolling Deadlines and Upcoming
🌬️ OpenAir Carbon Removal Challenge (Due Mar. 4)
☀️ Mária Telkes Fellowship (Due Mar. 31)
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Events This Week
🌿 Passion Project Workshop for DC EcoWomen: Tue, Jan 23
🗳️ Big Decisions 2024: Wed, Jan 24
🌱 Climate DC: January Meet Up: Wed, Jan 24
🙋♀️ Women and Climate Jan DC Meetup: Wed, Jan 24
🍻 Climate Techies DC / Baltimore Sustainability Meetup: Wed, Jan 24
🥂 Young Professionals in Energy DC Happy Hour: Thu, Jan 25
💰 Climate Risk Management for Community Banks: Thu, Jan 25
🍃 “Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism” Tour with Historian Mindy Farmer: Sun, Jan 28
🎥 "Breaking Boundaries" Screening and Panel Discussion Q&A: Mon, Jan 29
Read on for more details about this week’s happenings and upcoming events this month
Upcoming Events
🎥 "Breaking Boundaries" Screening and Panel Discussion Q&A: Mon, Jan 29
🌱 Green Drinks DC January Meet Up: Wed, Jan 31
💨 DAC Day 2024: Thu, Feb 8
🏢 Seeing Green: Financing Better Buildings: Thu, Feb 8
🎞️ Sneak Peek ACFF 2024 Screening: Thu, Feb 8
🌍 Youth Climate Action Summit: Sun, Feb 25
Event Details
🌿 Passion Project Workshop for DC EcoWomen
When: Tue, Jan 23rd from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: Think Nimble, 1800 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC
Passion Project Workshop for DC Eco Women. Join us for a 90 minute workshop to help you discover and turn your passion for the environment into a reality. Connect with like-minded women and gain valuable insights. Led by Rachel Fry, a Coach on the Board and Professional Development Committee of DC Eco Women.
🗳️ Big Decisions 2024
When: Wed, Jan 24th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Where: Resources and Conservation Center, 1400 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Resources for the Future’s annual Big Decisions event will host government officials, climate and environmental economics experts, and journalists to unpack some of the biggest policy decisions we expect in this election year.
🌱 Climate DC: January Meet Up
When: Wed, Jan 24th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: Franklin Hall, 1348 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC
Come meet with the DC climate community on Wednesday, January 24th! Whether you're a climate veteran or looking to transition, join us to chat about sustainability and climate tech.
🙋♀️ Women and Climate Jan DC Meetup
When: Wed, Jan 24th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: Franklin Hall, 1348 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC
A gathering for professionals identifying as women to chat about all topics with the backdrop of climate. Attendees can make new friends and network with each other. Separate event hosted by Climate DC. Attendees responsible for paying for their own food and drinks.
🌱 Climate Techies DC / Baltimore Sustainability & Networking Meetup
When: Wed, Jan 24th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Franklin Hall, 1348 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States, Washington DC, DC
Join us for the Climate Techies DC Member Meetup to meet other climate professionals and like-minded individuals passionate about combatting climate change and using technology and innovation. Engage in discussions on the latest developments in climate tech and sustainability practices. Network with professionals from various industries and exchange insights on how technology can drive sustainability forward.
🥂 Young Professionals in Energy DC Happy Hour
When: Thu, Jan 25th from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Sudhouse, 1340 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in the energy sector. Enjoy refreshing drinks and engaging conversations. Whether you're a seasoned industry expert or just starting out, this is the perfect occasion to expand your network and exchange ideas.
💰 Climate Risk Management for Community Banks
When: Thu, Jan 25th from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: CohnReznick LLP, 7501 Wisconsin Ave Suite 400E Bethesda, MD 20814
This Montgomery County Green Bank event is ideally suited for local and regional banks, relationship managers, credit risk officers, loan officers, and underwriters in the Washington DC region. Community Banks are exposed to climate-related risks through their lending portfolios. This session will bring critical information to local capital providers on:
🍃 “Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism” Tour with Historian Mindy Farmer
When: Sun, Jan 28th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F Streets, NW, Washington, DC
Join us for a lively tour and discussion of the exhibition, "Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism." Learn about famous and lesser-known individuals who have shaped the U.S. environmental movement - and consider their work in relation to current global debates.
🎥 "Breaking Boundaries" Screening and Panel Discussion Q&A
When: Mon, Jan 29th from 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Where: Cinema Arts Theatres, 9650 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031
Get ready to be captivated by this thought-provoking documentary that pushes the limits of what we know about our planet. Through stunning visuals and expert insights, "Breaking Boundaries" challenges us to reconsider our relationship with nature and the urgent need for change.
Hi Alec, incredible newsletter! Thanks so much for building it. Sharing another event that I plan on attending: Climate DC: February Meet Up https://lu.ma/feb24