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Check out the following events and webinars we've got lined up for you! We hope we'll see you at one or more of these sessions where you can hear from Ceres experts on a variety of sustainability topics. | |
| UPCOMING CERES EVENTS & WEBINARS | | | | | | Milestones and Metrics: 2025 U.S. Insurance Climate Risk Reporting Progress and Challenges
September 15, 2025, 1pm ET
Online
Join us for a discussion on the current state of climate risk reporting in the U.S. insurance sector, featuring unique insights from both regulatory and industry leaders. This session will highlight key findings from Ceres’ 2025 Progress Report, benchmarking how insurers are advancing their climate-related financial disclosures and where critical gaps remain. | | | | | | | | Ceres at
Climate Week NYC 2025
September 21-28, 2025
New York, NY
Ceres returns to Climate Week NYC in 2025 to spotlight the innovative investment and business solutions and public policies needed to build a cleaner, more resilient economy.
We will host a mainstage session at The Nest Climate Campus on Wednesday, September 24, followed by private roundtables and workshops with investors and executives driving climate risk management, innovation, and job growth.
We also have expert staff speaking at partner events around the city, and we'll be connecting with peers and industry experts to share insights and analysis, and collaborate toward high-impact solutions. | | |
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Ceres sessions at The Nest on September 24: - (Mainstage) Championing the Clean Economy: Corporate Action and Protecting the Freedom to Invest, 9:30-10:20am
- CSO Convening, 10:30am-1pm
- Roundtable: Championing Businesses’ Freedom to Act on Climate Risk, 11am-12:30pm
- Investor Practitioner Workshop: Implementing
Climate Action Plans, 1-5pm
- Mapping Risk, Mobilizing Capital: Climate Risk Transparency for the $4 Trillion Muni Market, 1:30-2:20pm
- Accelerating the EV Transition: Collaborative Discussions to Drive Progress, 2-5:30pm
- The Missing Link: Connecting Supply Chain Finance and Transition Planning Opportunities across Banks and Companies, 2:30-3:20pm
- From Risk to Resilience: Building Climate-Ready Insurance Portfolios, 3:30-4:20pm
- Innovative Load Growth Solutions to Meet Surging Power Demand, 4:30-5:20pm
Other events with Ceres during Climate Week:
- Toward Net Zero: Advancing Low Carbon Construction with Steel and Cement/Concrete (Ceres and Amazon), Sep 23, 8am-2pm
- The Evolving Dairy Playbook: Solutions for a Sustainable Future (Ceres, EDF, and Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy), Sep 23, 10:15am-12pm
- Catalyst of Change: Momentum by Investors & Companies on Nature Action (Ceres and Nature Hub), Sep 23, 3-4pm
- The Role of Transition Capital in a Changing World Order Invite-Only (Ceres, Galvanize, Generate Capital, Generation IM, and Urban Partners), Sep 23, 5:30-7:30pm
- Charging Ahead Together: Private-Sector Collaboration for Zero Emission Freight (Ceres, Amazon, Smart Freight Centre, and CALSTART), Sep 24,
9am-3pm
- Meeting the Moment: Collaborative Corporate Advocacy for Clean Energy & Transportation Policy (Ceres and MacArthur Foundation), Sep 24, 11:30am-1pm
- Grid Modernization Series Kickoff (Ceres), Sep 24, 2-4:30pm
- Climate Philanthropy in Action: Nature Based Solutions (Ceres, Climate Action, and CPCC), Sep 24, 3-5pm
- Emerging Best Practices for Net Zero Transition Plan Engagement (C2ES, ICCR and Ceres), Sep 25, 9-10:30am
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Powering the Future: Policies and Technologies Modernizing the U.S. Electric Grid, a 5-part Educational Event Series
September 24, 2025 - January 22, 2026
Online, hybrid launch event during Climate Week NYC
With electricity demand surging, this series will equip you with a deep understanding of the transformative technologies and policy solutions essential for building a more resilient and decarbonized electric grid. Whether you work in sustainability, energy procurement, or government affairs, this series is tailored to help your company navigate and shape the future of energy. Here's what you'll gain:
- Five comprehensive sessions covering innovative grid solutions, from smart grids and virtual power plants to battery energy storage and grid-enhancing technologies.
- Insights into emerging policies and real-world technology applications.
- Strategies for how commercial and industrial energy users can help shape America's modern electric grid.
- A Certificate of Completion from Ceres upon finishing all five sessions.
Don't miss the in-person kickoff during NYC Climate Week on September 24, which includes a bonus panel, followed by monthly virtual sessions from October 2025 to January 2026. Ceres Network Members are eligible for complimentary registration. Reach out to Amna Khan for your comped registration code. | | | | | | | | Evening with Ceres
October 6, 2025, 6-9:30pm ET
JFK Presidential Library, Boston, MA
Join us this fall at the iconic JFK Presidential Library in Boston for Ceres' annual signature dinner, Evening with Ceres. Our inspiring program features: Yvonne Hao, Former Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development, who will showcase her visionary leadership in sustainable economic growth, John Palfrey, President of the MacArthur Foundation, who will share how philanthropy can catalyze bold action to
address global challenges and defend our most fundamental freedoms, and Katie Rae, CEO of Engine Ventures, who is driving transformative technology and climate solutions in Boston. We also welcome speaker Ed Farrington, President of North America at Impax Asset Management, who brings deep insight into investing in the transition to a more sustainable economy. And Ceres’ very own Mindy Lubber, President and CEO, will grace the stage, along with Anne Kelly, VP of Government Relations, who joins as the evening's emcee. 🌱🌏 Don’t miss this inspiring night! | | | | | If you're interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities at Evening with Ceres, please contact Brianna Kolder. | | | | | | Nature’s Price Tag: The Economic
Cost of Nature Loss
October 8, 2025, 10am ET
Online
In a new report based on a first-of-its-kind analysis, Ceres reveals that the five key drivers of nature loss have the potential to cost eight key sectors up to $430 billion per year, globally. This represents a cumulative loss of $2.15 trillion over the next five years, if left unchecked. And these estimates are conservative—primarily covering direct business operations rather than full supply chain risks. Join us for a webinar to discuss the findings of the latest report highlighting the economic imperative for companies and their investors to act on nature to avoid the escalating financial toll of confronting the physical risks associated with nature’s decline. | |
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Our most recent public events and webinars are below. All of our past Ceres public events and webinars are listed here to view at your leisure. Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions. | | | | | |
Inaugural Clean Energy Funders Forum (Smart Electric Power Alliance)
September 8, 2025, 1-4:30pm PT
Las Vegas, NV
Improved coordination among public, private, and philanthropic funders for greater efficiency and impact has always been a priority–and in today’s environment it is more critical than ever. Join SEPA for their inaugural half-day workshop where foundations, investors, government leaders, and clean energy innovators come together to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Register
today.
Dazzle Bhujwala, Senior Director, Investor Network, Ceres, will join opening panel “Clean Energy Funding in the Public, Private, and Philanthropic Sectors: Current State and Future Outlook” at 1pm PT.
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Sustainable Debt Americas 2025 (Environmental Finance)
September 18, 2025
New York, NY
The original event for GSSS bond and loan issuers and investors returns to New York. EF is excited to bring together the sustainable bonds and loans community. Join the discussion along with hundreds of GSSS bond issuers and investors. Attend to discuss how GSSS bonds and loans can accelerate the shift to a net-zero global economy and how we can ensure credibility and integrity in the market and labelled transactions. Register today.
Aneil Tripathy, Director, Company Network, Financial Services, Ceres, will moderate panel “How the sustainable debt market can support the energy transition,” at 11:30am ET.
| | | | State of Corporate Climate Action 2025 — Trends Leading Up to UNGC & Climate Week NYC (Greenplaces)
September 19, 2025, 12pm ET
Online
This session will unpack the latest developments in climate disclosure policy—from California’s SB 253 and SB 261 to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), SEC’s stalled climate rules, and the evolving SFDR requirements. It will also explore how businesses are reacting to rising demands for transparency, decarbonization, and ROI on climate investments—plus what that means for organizations trying to lead, or simply keep up. Register today.
Jake Rascoff, Director, Climate Finance, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, will join this webinar as a speaker.
| | | | Cultivating Change Together: A Place-based Approach to Sustainable and Resilient Agriculture (Ceres, PACT & Regen House) at Climate Week NYC
September 22, 2025, 1:30-2:45pm ET
Regen House, New York, NY
As the global food system faces increasing challenges such as climate change, soil degradation, and biodiversity loss, essential efforts are bringing together actors across the industry. Farmers, agricultural products companies, packaged foods and meats companies, distributors, retailers, and restaurants are vital for enacting meaningful large-scale change. This workshop will explore
how working together within a defined region can incentivize sustainable and regenerative farming practices, support companies in reaching their climate, nature, and water goals, and create a resilient agricultural ecosystem. We’ll dive into practical strategies that establish the building blocks of a robust regional partnership model. Learn more and request an invitation.
| | | | Day of Action (Pure Strategies) at Climate Week NYC
September 24, 2025
New York, NY
Join Pure Strategies for a full day of valuable panels, discussions, and workshops to help companies take action on climate, nature, and circularity! Their agenda is filled with experts from Colgate-Palmolive, Danone, VF Corp, Pure Strategies, Ceres, and more. Plus, they will have a few fun and unique experiences throughout the day to connect attendees to the heart of the purpose for this work. Register today.
Meryl Richards, Ph.D., Program Director, Food and Forests, Ceres, will join panel "The Inspiration with Stories of Nature Action: From Ambition to Action: Lessons from those who have taken the leap on nature," from 10am-12:15pm ET.
| | | | World Climate and Biodiversity Summit 2025 (World Climate Foundation) at Climate Week NYC
September 25, 2025
New York, NY
World Climate and Biodiversity Summit stands out in the 2025 Roadmap as the main annual biodiversity summit in the world. Building on the success of the last years, the Summit promotes collaboration between the public and private sectors to explore and realize a myriad of opportunities presented by the net-zero, nature-positive transition. Register
today with code Ceres2025 to get 20% off.
Meryl Richards, Ph.D., Program Director, Food and Forests, Ceres, will join session "The Future of Farming: Scaling Regenerative Agriculture," at 1:45-2:30pm ET.
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Compliance and Risk Management Conference (Mortgage Bankers Association)
September 28-30, 2025
Grand Hyatt, Washington, D.C.
MBA's Compliance and Risk Management Conference is a valued event covering the latest on risk management, compliance, QA/QC, fraud prevention and legal issues. Attend to hear from expert speakers, engage in peer learning opportunities, networking, and more. Register today.
Holly Li, Program Director, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, Net Zero Finance, will moderate September 29
session “Storm Surge – Insurance Gaps and Mortgage Risk” at 2-3pm ET.
| | | | Insuring the Future (Environmental Finance)
September
30, 2025
Hartford Marriott Downtown, Hartford, CT
The Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) and CT Insurance & Financial Services (CT IFS) have joined forces to merge their annual events, the Connecticut Conference on Climate Change and Insurance (C4i) and the Insurance Capitol Summit (ICS). This collaborative effort will bring together insurance regulators, government leaders, and industry experts to share insights on climate risk, innovation, and technology for Insuring the Future. Register today.
Jaclyn de Medicci Bruneau, Director of Insurance, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, will join panel two "Climate Risk Compliance & Technical Resilience: Regulatory Expectations,
Financial Disclosures & Risk Modeling" at 1:45pm ET.
| | | | Virginia Clean Energy Summit
September 30-October 1, 2025
Greater Richmond Convention
Center, Richmond, VA
The Virginia Clean Energy Summit serves as a vital forum for presenting innovative clean energy technologies, policies, and business practices that are driving the transformation of Virginia's energy sector. Our main goal is to identify opportunities and foster collaboration that accelerates the adoption of: solar, wind, nuclear, energy storage, clean vehicles, energy efficiency, and other clean energy solutions. Register today.
Griffin Bradley, Senior Associate, State Policy (Southeast), Ceres, will join panel “Leading from the Front: Keeping Climate Goals Alive in the Current Environment” at 1:45-2:45pm ET.
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| | | Florida Climate Week
October 6-10, 2025
Online and In-Person
As Florida confronts the growing impacts of extreme heat, stronger storms, rising seas, and more, the call to strengthen our resilience has never been more urgent. Florida Climate Week offers a moment for communities
across the state to come together as one team to protect and preserve the paradise we call home. This weeklong initiative invites all Floridians to tune in to expert-led virtual sessions, connect through community events, take meaningful action, and amplify their voices for a sustainable future. Register today.
Andrew Collier, Director, Freedom to Invest, will join this event virtually. Date and Time to come.
| | | | Regional Connect Boston (Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council - SPLC)
October 9, 2025, 8:30am-4:30pm ET
101 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA
SPLC's Regional Connect events are high-impact, in-person gatherings designed to unite sustainable procurement leaders, innovators, and changemakers in key geographic markets. Serving as dynamic hubs for peer networking, regional collaboration, and forward thinking dialogue on sustainable purchasing and supply chain innovation, each Regional
Connect features curated programming that reflects local priorities and challenges. Register today.
Steven Rothstein, Ceres' Chief Program Officer, will join session “Forging a Future: Regional Environmental Leadership for Enduring Solutions” at 9:30am ET.
| | | | Sustainability Reporting USA 2025 (Reuters Events)
October 9-10, 2025
Boston, MA
With the CSRD, SEC, and state laws shifting, companies need a resilient, adaptable reporting strategy that aligns with national and international demands, meets mounting assurance standards, and doesn’t overburden the business. This level of scrutiny demands more than incremental change. It requires companies to re-evaluate systems, mobilize cross-functional teams, build resilient reporting frameworks, and make future-proof investment decisions. Join us at Reuters Events: Sustainability Reporting USA 2025 to
seek the clarity and ideas on how you can navigate these demands and successfully transition to mandatory sustainability reporting. Register with code CERES200 to receive $200 off passes.
Mindy Lubber, Ceres CEO and President, will join October 9 Opening Keynote "Future of reporting keynote: From confusion to clarity—what sustainability executives must know by 2026" at 9:30am ET. Steven Rothstein, Ceres' Chief Program Officer, will join October 9 Townhall session “The new patchwork: Winning reporting strategies for state-level compliance in the U.S.” at 2:30pm ET.
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| | | Transform Food & Agriculture USA 2025 (Reuters Events)
October 14-15, 2025
Minneapolis, MN
Global food systems are under stress. Labor shortages, climate risks, increased commodity prices, and uncertainty around tariffs, demand enhanced resilience in
supply chains. Transform Food & Agriculture USA unites 200 key leaders from across the agri-food industry to gain actionable insights, forge impactful partnerships, and deliver transformation at scale. In Minneapolis, pave the way for a more resilient food future. Register here.
Shama Perveen, Ph.D., Director of Water Research, Ceres, will moderate Oct 15 session related to corporate water stewardship practices and innovations contributing to smart climate strategies in the food and beverage sectors at 1:45pm CT.
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Forth Roadmap Conference
October 14-16, 2025
Detroit, MI
The Forth Roadmap Conference arrives in Detroit, MI, the heart of the nation’s automotive industry to show how transportation can change lives and communities. After a decade of hosting the Roadmap Conference in Portland, OR, Forth is relocating the conference to a city synonymous with transportation. Detroit has a proven record of
applying innovation and hard work to build a better future. It is an example of how innovation, strong labor unions, workforce development and good paying jobs can transform a nation. Register today and get $75 off your registration with code CERES75.
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Ceres at Trellis Impact 25 (Trellis)
October 28-30, 2025
San Jose, CA
Trellis Impact 25 brings together three leading conferences—VERGE, Bloom and GreenFin—for one transformative experience. Whether you’re leading decarbonization at your organization, advancing nature-positive solutions or shaping the future of sustainable finance, Trellis Impact is where you’ll find the tools, community and knowledge to accelerate your impact. Register with code TI25CERES for 20% discount.
Steven
Rothstein, Ceres' Chief Program Officer, will lead Oct. 28 GreenFin tutorial “The State of Corporate Sustainability Disclosure and Planning” at 9:30am-12pm PT. This session will give an overview of regulatory requirements across the European Union, California, and the 30 countries adopting ISSB standards while considering market demands for disclosure of material climate risk.
Dan Saccardi, Program Director, Company Network, Ceres, will join Oct. 29 GreenFin session "The Era of Energy Supply Financing Ratios" at 9-10am PT. This session will explore how banks are recalibrating financial analysis to reflect the realities of the energy transition.
Kirsten James, Senior Program Director, Water, Ceres, will moderate Oct. 29 Bloom session “Bridging
Nature and Water: Corporate Action in Focus,” at 3-4pm PT. The session will draw insights from the second Valuing Water Finance Initiative benchmark, scheduled for this fall, to explore how companies are driving tangible progress for nature through water strategies. She will be joined by Lynn Paquin, portfolio manager for CalSTRS, a Valuing Water Finance Initiative signatory, on the panel.
Carolyn Ching, Director, Food and Forests, Research, Ceres, will join Oct. 29 Bloom breakout "Nature on the Balance Sheet: Unlocking Hidden Corporate Value," also at 3-4pm PT. This session will identify how natural capital has real financial value, and show how to measure, manage, and report it.
Jaclyn de Medicci Bruneau, Director of Insurance, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets,
will moderate Oct. 29 GreenFin session “Climate Risk and an Uninsurability Crisis” at 4:30pm PT. The session will explore how investors, banks and corporations are developing innovative financial mechanisms to address climate risk when traditional insurance becomes unavailable or unaffordable.
| | | | PRI in Person 2025
November 4-6, 2025
Santana, São Paulo, Brazil
Bringing together over 1,000 leaders and practitioners across the global investment ecosystem ahead of COP30, this unmissable event will feature high-level debate and insightful peer discussion on key strategic issues impacting your organisation, alongside extensive networking opportunities. Register today.
Allan Pearce, Director, Food and Forests, Engagement Strategies, Ceres, will moderate November 5 session "1C - Integrating nature into investment strategies across asset classes" at 12:10-1:10pm UTC-3
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