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24 April 20252 minute read

Climate Action in 2025 and Beyond

San Francisco Climate Week

Thursday, April 24, 2025

8:30 am – 12:30 pm PT


Join us for an exclusive event bringing together executives, industry pioneers, and policymakers as we explore climate resilience and the intersection of climate and technology in 2025 and beyond.

As climate-related challenges continue to affect businesses and communities worldwide, this event aims to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among top decision makers. Attendees will engage in insightful discussions, share best practices, and touch on innovative technologies that can drive meaningful change.

We are thrilled to announce our keynote speakers and panelists from leading organizations who will share their insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of climate resilience and technology. You will have the opportunity to network with fellow executives with programming designed to establish new connections and inspire actionable solutions.


Location

The Battery Penthouse
717 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111


For more information
Please contact Kimberly Risso with questions.

Speakers

Dr. Thomas Azwell

Founder and Director, Disaster Lab
University of California, Berkeley
Speaker bio

Kristy Balsanek

Global Co-Chair and Partner, Environmental, Social and Governance
DLA Piper
Speaker bio

Nathan Bengtsson

Interim Director, Climate Resilience Adaptation
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Speaker bio

Gwendolyn Keyes

Co-Chair and Partner, Environmental Practice Group
DLA Piper
Speaker bio

Julian Lake

Policy Director, Climate and Energy
Bay Area Council
Speaker bio

Dr. Otgontsetseg "Otgo" Erhemjamts

Dean of the School of Management
University of San Francisco
Speaker bio

Tyrone Jue

Director
San Francisco Department of Energy
Speaker bio

Jenn Phillips

Assistant Secretary for Climate Change
California Natural Resources Agency
Speaker bio

Arch Rao

Founder and CEO
SPAN
Speaker bio

Steve Westly

Founder and Managing Partner
The Westly Group
Speaker bio

Agenda

8:30 am – Registration and refreshments

9:00 am – Welcome remarks and introductions
Kristy Balsanek

9:05 am – Scaling Climate Tech in an Uncertain Regulatory Landscape
Fireside chat featuring Arch Rao and Steve Westly

10:00 am – Networking activity and refreshments
Gwendolyn Keyes

10:45 am – Panel introductions
Julian Lake

10:50 am – Climate Resilience and Adaptation in 2025 and Beyond
Panel discussion featuring Dr. Thomas Azwell, Nathan Bengtsson, Tyrone Jue, and Jenn Phillips
Moderated by Dr. Otgontsetseg Erhemjamts

12:00 pm – Closing remarks

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