International non-profit, the Climate Group, in conjunction with the United Nations, held its annual Climate Week NYC from September 20-26 with a “focus on fulfilling and increasing commitments made by businesses, governments, and organizations.” Discussions covered a broad range of topics including the role of investors and financers in combating climate change, supply chain considerations in achieving net zero carbon emissions, and eight popular late-night talk shows coverage of climate change and Climate Week. 

Some of the main initiatives to come out of this year’s Climate Week NYC included: 

 

 

 

Finally, although not officially a part of Climate Week NYC, President Biden pledged a commitment (which must be approved by Congress) in front of the United National General Assembly to double funding (from $5.7 billion to $11.4 billion) to less developed countries battling climate change. 

For questions regarding the above information, please contact Lippes Mathias’ Environment & Energy Team Practice Leader, Ian Shavitz at ishavitz@lippes.com or Senior Associate, Christina Bonanni at cbonanni@lippes.com.