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EAST

Garrison, NY

October 6–8, 2026

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VENUE

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Garrison Institute

Garrison, NY

The Garrison Institute is located in Garrison, New York in a former Capuchin monastery overlooking the Hudson River. Facilities include a variety of spacious meeting and break-out rooms, an inspirational non-denominational meditation hall, and a wood-paneled dining hall. The Institute currently offers accommodations for 165 overnight guests, in single, double and dorm style rooms.​

  • Garrison Institute
    14 Mary’s Way Route 9D
    Garrison, NY 10524

  • Take the MetroNorth train from Grand Central to Garrison (75 minutes), then take the shuttle or walk a mile through a wooded path. View the MTA Schedule.

“An incredible brain trust of fired up, smart as a whip, fierce climate warriors sharing knowledge, laughs, connection, and fun—who all happen to be queer.”

SPEAKERS

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    Carrie Tongarm

    VP & Associate General Counsel
    Convergent Energy & Power

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  • Chloë Hunt

    Consultant, Energy Transition & Sustainable Investing
    Maven Partnership

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  • A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing gold earrings and a dark gray top, smiling softly while standing indoors near a window.

    Dana Jacobs

    Chief of Staff
    Carbon Removal Alliance

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    Darryl Carbonaro

    General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer
    Generate Capital

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  • Julie Newman

    Founding Director of Sustainability
    MIT

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  • Kim Karris

    VP Growth
    Elemental Impact

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    Melinda Baglio

    CFO & General Counsel
    CleanCapital

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  • Oliver Sellers-Garcia

    Green New Deal Director and Commissioner of the Environment Department
    City of Boston

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  • Paul Snow

    Head of Renewables, Americas
    HSBC

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  • Ren Gaffney

    General Counsel - US Division
    ContourGlobal

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  • Robert Parker

    Chief Business Officer
    Terradot

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  • Sean Petersen

    Sector Lead, Private Climate Investing
    Wellington

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    Scott McMurtry

    Managing Director, Head of Sustainability and Infrastructure Product Management
    Apollo

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Interactive sessions, meaningful connections, and curated breakouts that enrich personal, professional, and business growth.

SCHEDULE

Tuesday, October 6

  • 11AM–12PM

    Garrison Institute Lobby

    Welcome to the Queer Decarbonization Summit! We're so happy you're here. Please check-in at our table in the lobby to receive your name tag, program information, and room assignment.

  • 12PM–1PM

    Dining Hall

  • 1:30–3PM

    Meditation Hall

    Introduce yourself, your firm and make use of the Ask/Offer board.

  • 3–4PM

    Meditation Hall

    Two short panels with Q&A, led by members of the Host Committee.

  • 4–5PM

    Garrison Institute Grounds

  • 5–6PM

    Your Choice

    In order to keep most of the summit tech-free, please take this moment to check your devices, jump on a call, and complete outside business.

  • 6–7PM

    Dining Hall

  • 7PM

    Patio

Wednesday, October 7

  • 11AM–12PM

    Garrison Institute Lobby

    Welcome to the Queer Decarbonization Summit! We're so happy you're here. Please check-in at our table in the lobby to receive your name tag, program information, and room assignment.

  • 12PM–1PM

    Dining Hall

  • 1:30–3PM

    Meditation Hall

    Introduce yourself, your firm and make use of the Ask/Offer board.

  • 3–4PM

    Meditation Hall

    Two short panels with Q&A, led by members of the Host Committee.

  • 4–5PM

    Garrison Institute Grounds

  • 5–6PM

    Your Choice

    In order to keep most of the summit tech-free, please take this moment to check your devices, jump on a call, and complete outside business.

  • 6–7PM

    Dining Hall

  • 7PM

    Patio

Thursday, October 8

  • 11AM–12PM

    Garrison Institute Lobby

    Welcome to the Queer Decarbonization Summit! We're so happy you're here. Please check-in at our table in the lobby to receive your name tag, program information, and room assignment.

  • 12PM–1PM

    Dining Hall

  • 1:30–3PM

    Meditation Hall

    Introduce yourself, your firm and make use of the Ask/Offer board.

  • 3–4PM

    Meditation Hall

    Two short panels with Q&A, led by members of the Host Committee.

  • 4–5PM

    Garrison Institute Grounds

  • 5–6PM

    Your Choice

    In order to keep most of the summit tech-free, please take this moment to check your devices, jump on a call, and complete outside business.

  • 6–7PM

    Dining Hall

  • 7PM

    Patio

Tips for sharing the Queer Decarb Summit with your employer

We’ve even drafted an email to help you make a business case for attending with your employer.

  • At the Queer Decarb summit you will share dedicated space with like-minded climate peers and build long-lasting professional connections.

  • The resources and information shared at this summit can support your employers mission and goals.

  • Many of our attendees share insights with their teams and companies at large after attending.

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SPONSORS

To be announced soon.

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PRICING

This cost includes all meals and accommodations.

EARLY BIRD
through December 31, 2025

$2,250

Best Value

GENERAL ADMISSION

$2,750

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FAQ

  • The Garrison Institute is located in Garrison, New York in a former monastery overlooking the Hudson River. The Garrison Institute is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization exploring the intersection of contemplation and engaged action in the world. The mission is to apply the transformative power of contemplation to today's pressing social and environmental concerns, helping build a more compassionate, resilient future.

    From NYC, take the MetroNorth train from Grand Central to Garrison (90 minutes), then take a shuttle or walk a mile through a beautiful wooded path.

  • Nope. Lodging is included in your ticket. You’ll have your own room and access to a clean shared hallway bathroom.

  • Yes. We close registration 3 weeks before the event. But most tickets sell out long before that.

    • $2,250 → Early bird (through February 27, 2025)

    • $2,750 → General

    Tickets include lodging and food (typically an additional $400/day).

  • Everything but your travel:

    • 3 days of programming, meals, and magic

    • Lodging (private room with shared hallway bathrooms, and access to saunas!)

    • Intimate conversations around the firepit, lifelong connections, and zero boring panels