Chicago Climate Connect

Chicago Climate Connect is super excited to host a fireside chat on November 14th at mHUB with THE Joanne Rodriguez, LEED AP, FitWel Amb, CDT of Mycocycle, Inc. 👷♀️🍄🌎❤️ For those that don't already know, Joanne is leading a revolution in waste management by harnessing #fungi to transform toxic waste into sustainable materials. With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, she is merging her expertise in sustainability and circular economy practices with cutting-edge #mycoremediation techniques to change the world! REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gCwm776w When: Thursday, November 14th, 6-8pm Where: mHUB | 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612 (Free Parking on Location)

Join Chicago Climate Connect on Saturday November 9th @3:30pm for a special Saturday afternoon event in partnership with Plant Chicago. Plant Chicago is hosting a Mercado de Intercambio and annual post-Halloween Pumpkin Smash and have partnered with us to host a panel event towards the end of their day-time activities. The panel will focus on the impact and importance of preventing and diverting food waste and showcasing Chicago companies and leaders in waste that are making a difference in the space. This RSVP is only for the panel portion of the afternoon, and seats are very limited, so please make sure to only RSVP if you intend on attending. Also, make sure to come before 3:30 to enjoy their on-site farmers market and pumpkin smash! Register Here:  https://lnkd.in/g-HZ982p When: Saturday, November 9th, Panel & Networking: 3:30-5pm Where: Plant Chicago | 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60609

Hey folks, there's a cool event on Industrial #Decarbonization on Nov 7th! 🗓️ November 7th, 2024 🕑 2pm - 5pm ▶️ Register for FREE: https://lnkd.in/e9nMJNz9 Attendees will have the opportunity to get an exclusive tour of the TRUMPF Smart Factory, featuring an up-close look at how people, machines, automation and software work together to create a modern, efficient manufacturing environment. After the tour, there will be a transatlantic conference where industry experts will discuss innovations, challenges and opportunities in industrial decarbonization in both the US and Germany. The event will conclude with a networking session, complete with appetizers and refreshments. Thanks to our friends at GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. for organizing and hosting this event!

Last week, Chicago Climate Connect had the pleasure of co-hosting an event with the Polsky Center at the University of Chicago! We welcomed over 75 attendees who got a chance to meet other climate-minded folks, as well as watch startup pitches on climate tech innovation from companies that are part of the Resurgence cleantech accelerator. Following the pitches, the audience wanted to learn more so they asked the founders several clarifying and challenging questions. The founders also stuck around after to hang out and continue the conversation. Thank you Ryan Brownlow and Ozge Guney-Altay, Ph.D. for helping set this up and welcoming us to University of Chicago's amazing campus, and thanks to our very own Michael Boeke for moderating!

Hey All - The Delta Institute is hosting their annual BOOST Pitchfest on October 17 (6pm at Edelman - 111 N. Canal)! At this event, the audience hears pitches from sustainability entrepreneurs and decides who walks away with a $5,000 grant! Tickets include include food, drinks, and networking. Come support this terrific organization! https://lnkd.in/gYhDAH38

Join Chicago Climate Connect and the Polsky Center at the University of Chicago Resurgence Cleantech Accelerator for a discussion on energy, sustainability, and climate tech innovation. As part of the event, the incoming cohort of Resurgence startups will introduce themselves with brief, public-facing pitches. The formal discussion and pitches will be followed with a networking session. This is a free event and snacks will be provided along with drinks from Revolution Brewing Chicago!  Register here: https://lnkd.in/gW-hDGzC When: Wednesday, October 9th, 6-8pm Where: Chicago Booth Harper Center | 5807 South Woodlawn Avenue, Room C25 We look forward to seeing you there!

Last week, Chicago Climate Connect had the pleasure of co-hosting an event with the Clean Energy Leadership Institute (CELI). Around 100 attendees were treated to a spirited panel on Evolving the Grid for a Clean Energy Future (Midwest Edition) with Steven Brisley of Camus Energy, Madeleine Klein from ENGIE North America Inc. (ENGIE Distributed Solar + Storage), and Connor Waldoch of Grid Status. The panel discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead as we work to upgrade the grid as renewable energy adoption rises. Some terrific audience engagement focused on equity considerations with renewable energy adoption and which country is a model for grid modernization (hint: this country/continent also has three times more sheep than people). Thank you again to the wonderful people at TeamWorking by TechNexus in the loop for hosting us in their beautiful space and for our very own, Michael Boeke, for moderating this exciting discussion.

Chicago Climate Week is here - are you ready? There are a still a few tickets left for tomorrow evening's Chicago Climate Connect event with Clean Energy Leadership Institute. Our discussion will be on Evolving the Grid for a Clean Energy Future at TeamWorking by TechNexus. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gyQ8u_5V

The next Chicago Climate Connect event is next week, Tuesday September 17th @Teamworking by TechNexus Venture Collaborative! This month we are excited to be co-hosting with the Clean Energy Leadership Institute (CELI) and featuring a panel on Evolving the Grid for a Clean Energy Future (Midwest Edition). Panelists include Steven Brisley of Camus Energy, Madeleine Klein from ENGIE North America Inc. Distributed Solar + Storage, and Connor Waldoch of Grid Status.  Join us to connect and catch-up with like-minded individuals and experts who are passionate about creating a sustainable future. The evening will begin with open networking, followed by a panel discussion, and end with more open networking! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gyQ8u_5V When: Tuesday, Sept 17th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Teamworking by TechNexus | 20 N Wacker Dr 12th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 👉🏽 We have a limited number of tickets via Eventbrite. Please register if you are planning to attend, and cancel your registration if your plans change to release a ticket for others. Thanks!

Last week, Chicago Climate Connect had the pleasure of hosting a panel on Making Climate Progress Through Policy & Civic Engagement. The panel featured Susan Buchanan from The Oak Park Climate Action Network, Emma Fisher from Climate Cabinet Action, and John Delurey from Vote Solar. We covered a wide range of topics, including the impact of landmark Acts at the federal and state levels (like the IRA and the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act), the importance and impact of climate-informed down-ballot voting, and the need for more people to run for local government positions! A big thanks to everyone who joined us, Shamira Quiñones and the entire team at mHUB , and a special shout-out to our very own Sunil Mahadeshwar for moderating. If you're looking for ways to prepare before you vote, a great resource is BallotReady—a local Chicago civic-tech company that provides nonpartisan research on every candidate and measure, helping you make informed down-ballot decisions. Feel free to comment with your favorite pre-poll resources as well! #GoMeetYourLegislator #Vote