Your Guide to New York City Climate Week

"What started in 2009 to seek out climate commitments from business and government leaders attending the United Nations' September General Assembly, Climate Week now includes hundreds of events citywide, both official and grassroots. Here's how to get involved. It's that time of year again: the air is crisper, the leaves will soon be changing and New York City Climate Week is descending upon the Big Apple once more."

"While it still hosts high-profile talks with global leaders, Climate Week NYC has grown to include programs by community organizations on the front lines of fighting climate change, which can post their events in the week's official agenda.It has also inspired local groups to launch their own versions, after the official event in recent years was criticized for including business leaders tied up in supporting fossil fuels."

"Adam Lake, head of communications at Climate Group, says that pretty much any initiative can be featured in their events program as long it "has a positive role to play" in their mission to drive climate action. "We are trying to be a sort of catalyst for communities to do what they feel they need to do," Lake said."

Launched in 2009 and hosted by Climate Group, Climate Week NYC began as roundtable talks to secure climate commitments from business and government leaders attending the U.N. General Assembly. The event now features hundreds of events across the city, including high-profile global leader talks and community-led programs that can appear on the official agenda. Local groups have also organized independent versions in response to criticism over corporate fossil fuel ties. Climate Group emphasizes inclusivity for initiatives that play a positive role in driving climate action. This year’s programming includes over 900 events and community-focused activities across neighborhoods.

Read at City Limits