SUNY-New Paltz hosts the third annual Climate Solutions Summit on Saturday, September 21. Titled “How to Accomplish New York’s Clean Energy and Climate Goals,” the summit’s opening panel features state senator Jen Metzger, executive director of the Alliance for Clean Energy New York (ACE NY) Anne Reynolds and other local and state advocates. The day will include case studies and workshops on topics including renewable energy storage, ground source (geothermal) and air source heat pumps, clean transportation, regenerative agriculture, climate solutions careers, Climate Smart Communities, student organizing, movement-building and environmental justice. The Summit will include a green vendor fair, waste-free vegan breakfast and lunch and the second annual Zero Emissions Parade at 4 p.m. Registration costs $30. $5 suggested for students.
Climate Solutions Summit
Saturday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
SUNY-New Paltz
1 Hawk Dr., New Paltz
http://climatesolutionssummit.org