.jpg "The Climate Hub – Sep 23, 2024–Sep 29, 2024 (1)")
Join We Don't Have Time and partners for a week full of climate action and events.
The Climate Hub gives you access to exclusive content from Clinton Global Initiative, Fashion 4 Development, The Nest Climate Campus, and of course, We Don't Have Time's own Climate Week NYC broadcast!
Together with our partners, we will cover a wide array of topics ranging from Climate Change &Health, The Future of Transportation, the 2024 US Election, Sustainable Infrastructure, Fashion for Development, Climate Communication, and much more. Register below to stay updated and get notified as we announce speakers and schedules!
September 23
9:00 AM–9:30 AM EST — Welcome to The Climate Hub
Join us for talks with movers and change-makers on how to collaborate on climate – and how to seize the opportunities as we transition to net zero.
9:30 AM–10:30 AM EST — Vote Climate
As the impacts of climate change become increasingly severe, the need for effective climate policy has never been more urgent. "Vote Climate" is not just a slogan—it's a call to action for voters to prioritize the climate crisis at the ballot box.
In this session, we will delve into the critical role that climate plays in shaping our future and why it must be a central issue when voters go to the polls. We'll discuss the importance of electing leaders who are committed to strong climate action, explore the influence of policy on environmental outcomes, and highlight ways in which voters can make climate a top priority in their electoral decisions. Join us to understand how your vote can help steer the course toward a more sustainable and resilient world.
11:00 AM–12:45 PM EST — Connecting Climate Change and Health: Closing the Action Gap
Climate change has profound implications on human health. Complacency is not an option. While there has been promising progress and growing interest in the connection between climate change and health, we must close the climate and health action gap – now.
Kaiser Permanente and the World Economic Forum will host the next critical conversation in our Connecting Climate Change and Health panel series: Closing the Action Gap.
In this session, hear from top experts at the front line of climate emergencies, whose insights will guide concrete actions for health systems, communities, policymakers, and corporations alike, and learn how you can help translate ideas into action using practical tools and research.
Speakers:
- Saad Amer, Founder, Justice Environmental
- Sonia Angell, MD, MPH, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of the Practice, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Aaron Bernstein, MD, MPH, Director, National Center for Environmental Health & Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Shyam Bishen, PhD, MBA, Head, Centre of Healthcare, Executive Committee Member, World Economic Forum
- Sweta Chakraborty, CEO, North America, We Don't Have Time
- Bechara Choucair, MD, Executive Vice President & Chief Health Officer, Kaiser Permanente
- Mark Hayden, MD, Paediatric Cardiac Intensivist, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
- Sriram Rajagopal, MBA, Head of Climate and Air Pollution, IKEA
- Marina Romanello, PhD, Executive Directo, Lancet Countdown
- Veronica Scotti, MBA, Group Managing Director Chairperson, Swiss Re Public Sector Solutions (PSS)
2:00 PM–2:45 PM EST — Exponential Race to the Top
We have an enormous challenge ahead of us if we are to curb emissions and move towards a safe operating space. But on the side of challenges, there are also massive opportunities for corporations to explore, laid out by the new market of the future. In this session, we will discuss the possibilities and solutions that we want to rapidly scale and claim space and the needs we have to make that happen.
Speakers:
- Pär Stenmark, CSO, Inter IKEA Group
- More speakers to be added
2:45 PM–3:30 PM EST — Reinventing Your Value Chain – Practical Examples And Needs For Success
The magnitude of the needed transformation is becoming clearer, for companies, policymakers and research. Many companies are working hard, both in practice and to get the support needed to reinvent their value chains in order to ensure they can fully transition into the net zero operating space. We need to change how we work, how we think, and what we aim for when it comes to reductions, but in some cases, we need a complete transformation of what a value chain may look like as well as the actors, products and services that are in the midst of these value chains.
In this session, we will hear practical examples of how companies are transforming their value chains, and what is needed to be able to do so.
Speakers:
- Sriram Rajagopal, Head of Climate and Air Pollution, Inter IKEA Group
- Jennie Cato, SVP Global Head of Public Affairs & Partnerships, Scania
- More speakers to be added
3:30 PM–4:00 PM EST — Exponential Solutions
Join us for talks with movers and change-makers on how to collaborate on climate – and how to seize the opportunities as we transition to net zero.
4:30 PM–5:00 PM EST — Climate Dialogue with UNEP
Join us for talks with movers and change-makers on how to collaborate on climate – and how to seize the opportunities as we transition to net zero.
5:00 PM–5:30 PM EST — Climate and Environmental Literacy
Promoting robust climate and environmental education is more crucial than ever as global challenges intensify. IT empowers individuals to make informed decisions, engage actively in civic processes, and respond with urgency to pressing environmental issues. By shaping policy, encouraging sustainable lifestyles, and fostering a culture of stewardship, climate and environmental advocates play a vital role in building a sustainable and resilient future.
Join us for this insightful session with EARTHDAY.ORG as we explore the strategies and initiatives driving this essential education forward. Discover how we can collectively empower communities, influence policy, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards to take meaningful action in the fight against climate change.
Speakers:
- Kathleen Rogers, President, EARTHDAY.ORG
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