A gathering of LGBTQ+ climate leaders focused on meaningful growth, learning, & enduring connection.

West — July 6–8, 2026
East — OCT 6-8, 2026

Gathering climate leaders from coast-to-coast

For the first time, in 2026, we will be hosting summits on both the West Coast near San Francisco, and on the East Coast near NYC.

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July 6–8, 2026

Bay Area, CA

West Coast

SUMMIT

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October 6–8, 2026

Hudson Valley, NY

East Coast

SUMMIT

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So much more than an ordinary conference.

No stale panels in windowless rooms. Just interactive sessions designed to foster genuine connections—including intros, curated breakouts, and nature walks. Build sincere, enduring relationships that enrich personal, professional, and business growth.

Gather in Solidarity

Shared identity unlocks trust, joy, and belonging—fast. That foundation lets us focus on real collaboration.

Unplug to Connect Deeply

Immersive, restorative, and screen-free. Put down devices to be present for yoga, nature walks, and firepit time.

Innovate Cross-Sector

Public, private, and NGO leaders working across climate investment, sustainability, carbon removal, and clean energy in buildings, transport, and industry.

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“I built comfort, learned so much, and started important relationships with other queer climate leaders—a community I never thought I would find.”

Alexander Meeks

Director
Milken Institute

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“Connecting with other queer people in the decarbonization space was something I really needed. In this space, I felt belonging and inspiration.”

Christina Ho

Vice President Strategic Planning
Con Edison

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“A group of highly engaged queer decarbonization leaders gathering for two days of discussion, strategy, leadership, and knowledge sharing.”

Mary King

Vice President
Aligned Climate Capital

Learn more about our past conferences & speakers

Past Speakers
  • A woman smiling with shoulder-length hair, wearing a gray blazer and a white blouse with black polka dots, standing against a plain light-colored background.

    Andrea Mancino

    CEO
    Bright Power

  • A young man with short brown hair, wearing a dark blue suit and a white shirt, smiling against a gray background.

    Chad Reed

    VP, Strategic Initiatives, Sustainability and Impact
    HASI

  • A woman with curly black hair, wearing a black top and a colorful scarf, smiling and standing with one hand on her hip against a plain white background.

    Christina Whatley

    Partner
    BEA Venture Fund

  • Close-up of a smiling man with dark curly hair and a beard, wearing a dark button-up shirt, against a purple background.

    Christopher Naismith

    CEO
    Audette

  • Portrait of a smiling man in a suit outdoors with trees and a building in the background.

    Danny Marquez

    Director, Fleet Electrification
    Walmart

  • Formal portrait of a middle-aged man with gray hair and beard, wearing a navy blue suit and white shirt, against a plain light gray background.

    Darryl Carbonaro

    General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer
    Generate Capital

  • A young man with brown hair, light skin, and brown eyes smiling at the camera, wearing a dark jacket over a light-colored shirt.

    Elias Habbar-Baylac

    Sustainability Investment Lead & Partner
    Cisco

  • A man with glasses, a beard, and dark hair is smiling at the camera. He is wearing a dark suit, a light blue shirt, and a patterned tie.

    Elijah Hutchinson

    Executive Director
    NYC Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice

  • Young woman with long black hair smiling outdoors near a body of water on a sunny day.

    Hara Wang

    Co-Founder
    Cascade Climate

  • Jennifer Pettineo

    Director of Capital Markets
    EDP Renewables North America

  • A portrait of a young Asian man with short, dark hair, wearing a black collared shirt, smiling slightly, indoors with a blurred background.

    Lou Mark

    Senior Sustainability Manager
    Autodesk

  • A man with short dark hair, wearing a light blue dress shirt and a dark blazer, stands against a light blue gradient background.

    Mark Miness

    Global Head of Investor Partnerships
    Galvanize Climate Solutions

  • Portrait of a young woman with shoulder-length wavy blonde hair, smiling, wearing a sleeveless gray turtleneck top, with city buildings in the background.

    Mary King

    Vice President
    Aligned Climate Capital

  • Man in a navy suit with white shirt and tie smiling at the camera, blurred lights in the background.

    Mauricio Serna

    SVP & Global Head ESG
    Starwood Capital

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiling, wearing a black floral blouse, against a white background.

    Melinda Baglio

    CFO & General Counsel
    CleanCapital

  • A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a white dress shirt, standing outdoors with a glass building in the background.

    Mike Delucia

    Partner
    Montauk Climate

  • A woman smiling in front of a wall of yellow and green sticky notes.

    Nina Mesalles

    Investor
    Decarbonization Partners

  • A young man with glasses smiling outdoors in a park with trees and a path.

    Noah McQueen

    Director of Science and Innovation
    Carbon180

    Co-Founder & Advisor
    Heirloom

  • A smiling woman with long brown hair standing outdoors with trees and rocks in the background during sunset.

    Taylor Insley

    Director of Strategic Growth
    Terraset Climate

  • A smiling middle-aged man in a white collared shirt, against a plain white background.

    Wayne Galli

    Senior Vice President, Transmission Development
    energyRe

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Two men are engaged in a discussion at a panel event, seated at a table with flowers, water pitchers, and cups, in a wood-paneled room. One man is speaking and gesturing with his hands, wearing a black shirt, striped pants, a watch, and a microphone.
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Four men sitting on chairs on a stage, engaged in a discussion or presentation. The background has tall, arched windows and yellow curtains. A screen on the right displays text about a networking breakout session.
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Three people standing outdoors at a gathering, smiling at the camera. The person on the left is wearing a tan shirt and has a tattoo on their arm. The person in the middle is wearing a light green polo shirt, and the person on the right is wearing a
People participating in a yoga or meditation class inside a sunlit, historic-looking hall with stained glass windows.
Four people sit on a stage in a panel discussion, wearing casual clothes and microphones. There are flowers, glasses, and a water pitcher on small tables next to them. The background has a yellow curtain and a screen displaying text about lunch.
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People participating in a yoga or meditation class inside a large, historic room with stained glass windows and wooden floors.
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