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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 | | | | | | Ceres at London Climate Action Week 2025
June 21-29, 2025
London, UK
As a global financial hub, London is pivotal in driving capital towards climate solutions. During London Climate Action Week 2025, Ceres will highlight private sector stewardship of climate risk and global efforts to build a cleaner, more resilient economy.
Through high-impact discussions and strategic engagements, Ceres will spotlight the power of sustainable finance and investor and corporate accountability in tackling climate risk. Join us as we work to advance business solutions supporting the global energy transition. | | | | | | | | Accelerating the EV Transition: Collaborative Discussions to Drive Progress
July 14-15, 2025
Edison Place, Washington D.C.
The transition to electric vehicles is at a critical juncture, with growing adoption, shifting policies, and evolving infrastructure needs. To navigate this dynamic landscape, Ceres is hosting a three-session in-person event series designed to foster collaboration, address challenges, and develop actionable solutions across key sectors driving the electric vehicle transition. Request your invitation to join in person below. | | | | | | | | Ceres at Climate Week NYC 2025
September 21-28, 2025
New York, NY
Ceres will return 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. Stay tuned for more information as we build our program. | | | | | |
| | Evening with Ceres 2025
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, an evening of celebration and inspiration. This year's theme is 'Inspiring Innovation and Impact.' Experience an unforgettable evening with Ceres,
featuring two keynote speakers: Yvonne Hao, Former Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development, who will showcase her visionary leadership in sustainable economic growth, and Katie Rae, CEO of Engine Ventures, who is driving transformative technology and climate solutions in Boston. 🌱🌏 Don’t miss this inspiring night! | | | | | If you're interested in learning more
about sponsorship opportunities at Evening with Ceres, please contact Brianna Kolder. | |
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. | | | | | | Transform Food & Agriculture Europe 2025 (Reuters Events)
June 3-4, 2025
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
In the face of rising geopolitical tensions and changing climates, the need for resilience in global food systems is more urgent than ever. To deliver on ambitious commitments and achieve meaningful outcomes, we must break down barriers and work together to establish common goals, frameworks, and investment strategies. Join the full value chain at Transform Food & Agriculture Europe 2025 to accelerate the transition to a nature-positive and climate-resilient food system that benefits both people and the planet, paving a
better path forward. Register today.
Kirsten James, Ceres Senior Program Director, Water, joins June 3 afternoon session "Adopting climate-smart practices: impact on nature, biodiversity, and community" at 4:20pm CEST.
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Insurtech Insights USA
June 4-5, 2025
Javits Center, New York, NY
The insurance industry, no stranger to gauging risk, is facing one of the most disruptive periods in its history. Artificial intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, blockchain, data analytics, and other emerging technologies are enabling many startups to chip away at incumbent businesses. How can you transform, disrupt, and compete? Register today.
Steven Rothstein, Managing Director for the Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, joins June 5 session
"ESG in Insurance: Balancing Profit and Purpose for a Sustainable Future" at 11:50am-12:30pm ET.
| | | | Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit (Green Umbrella)
June 5, 2025,
8am-pm ET
Sharonville Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH
The Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit serves as a spark for connecting and learning together, deepening our resolve, and celebrating collaborative climate solutions as we each find our place in the movement to secure a resilient, equitable, and thriving future. Register today.
Dan Saccardi, Program Director, Company Network, Ceres, moderates panel "Financing Community Resiliency: Pathways to Affordable, Clean Energy" at 11:30am-12:30pm ET.
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| A New Era of Public Procurement Policy: Supplier Disclosures of Climate Information (SPLC and Ceres)
June 11, 2025, 2pm ET
Online
Join SPLC and Ceres as we explore an emerging trend in sustainable procurement: corporate climate reporting and transition plans. Historically, public-sector buyers have collected information from vendors regarding
their policies and actions, including whether they have enough financial resources, and their history of following laws. Today, new types of organization-wide data is being collected from large suppliers: information on greenhouse gas emissions, climate-related financial risks, and strategies for transitioning to low-pollution business models. Register today.
Panelists, including Steven Rothstein, Managing Director for the Ceres Accelerator, will explain why local, state and national governments view this information as essential for protecting taxpayers from the growing financial risks of climate and for maintaining supply chain resilience.
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| | | The Future of Insurance USA (Reuters Events)
June 12-13, 2025
Marriott Marquis Chicago, Chicago, IL
Trust is the cornerstone of insurance. Yet, in a world where natural disasters are intensifying, AI uncertainty is a given, and the workforce gap is looming;
what necessary actions must you take to rebuild that broken trust? Double down on AI-powered tools, customer-centric products, and strategic collaboration to navigate today's unpredictable landscape with confidence. Register today.
Washington State Insurance Commissioner, Patty Kuderer, joins Steven Rothstein, Managing Director for the Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, joins June 12 Strategy stage fireside chat "Navigate the Patchwork of Multi-state Regulations" at 5:05-5:25pm CT.
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Municipal Climate Risk Disclosure
June 18, 2025, 1pm ET
Online
Climate change is reshaping municipal finance. Building on the recent Ceres report “Leading with Transparency: Improving Climate Risk Disclosure by Municipal Governments,” ICLEI (Local Governments for Sustainability and Ceres are hosting a webinar exploring what local governments can do to
improve transparency, align with investor expectations, and build long-term climate resilience. Register today.
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Responsible Business USA 2025 (Reuters Events)
June 23-24, 2025
New York, NY
Join 550 leaders in New York City on June 23-24, 2025, get the insights you need to sustain action and momentum in 2025, and identify how sustainability is the strategy to deliver sustained business success. Register today.
Dan Saccardi, Program Director, Company Network, Ceres, leads June 23 interactive case study and roundtable "Process, pivot, progress: A 2030 action plan" at 2-5:30pm ET. On June 24, Dan Saccardi
moderates panel "Remove your supply chain's obstacles to progress" at 11:10am-12:10pm ET. Mindy Lubber, Ceres CEO and President, joins June 24 Collaboration Keynote "Strengthen U.S. leadership through collaborative climate action" at 9:20-10am ET.
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Alliance for Water Stewardship Global Forum 2025
June 24-25, 2025
Edinburgh, Scotland
Join us in Edinburgh for the 2025 Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Global Forum. Take the opportunity to exchange your water stewardship experiences with industry leaders and build connections with members of the wider AWS community. Register today.
Kirsten James, Senior Program Director, Water, Ceres, joins June 24 panel “Finance for Action on Water Stewardship,“ at 12pm BST.
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| | | Climate Innovation Forum (Climate Action)
June 25, 2025
Guildhall, London, UK
Ceres is proud to partner once again with Climate Action for their Climate Innovation Forum. CIF25 will be a key platform during London Climate Action Week for
sharing brave leadership, innovative solutions and radical collaborations needed to achieve a resilient and net-zero-emissions world by 2050. Register today and get an exclusive 25% discount on delegate passes with code IP-CERES25OFF.
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World Climate Investment Summit (World Climate Foundation)
June 26, 2025
London Stock Exchange, London, UK
Following its success as the flagship event of London Climate Action Week 2024 and 2023, World Climate Investment Summit have partnered for its fourth year with LSEG to host its global finance event at the London Stock Exchange. The Summit will deliver impact through sector-specific and market-driven actions, investments and partnerships to create a sustainable, nature-positive and profitable future. Register today and get 20% off with code
Ceres2025N.
Kirsten Spalding, Vice President, Ceres Investor Network, joins panel "Investing in the Clean Energy Transition – Where Are the Real Returns?" at 10:40am BST.
| | | | 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.
Meryl Richards, Ph.D., Program Director, Food and Forests, Ceres, joins session "The Future of Farming: Scaling Regenerative Agriculture," at 1:45-2:30pm ET.
| | | | 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 by June 13 with code TI25CERES for 20%, saving $500 overall.
Kirsten James, Senior Program Director, Water, Ceres, will moderate Bloom session “Bridging Nature and Water: Corporate Action in Focus,“ drawing insights from the second Valuing Water Finance Initiative benchmark, scheduled for release mid-October, to explore how companies are driving tangible progress for nature through water strategies.
Jaclyn de Medicci Bruneau, Director of Insurance, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, will moderate GreenFin
session “Climate Risk and an Uninsurability Crisis.”
Steven Rothstein, Managing Director, and Randi Mail, Director of Campaigns, both with the Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, will lead GreenFin tutorial “The State of Corporate Sustainability Disclosure and Planning.”
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