Rhode Island is emerging as a trailblazer in the fight against climate change, and the upcoming 2024 Climate Stocktake Event in Providence is set to showcase the state’s substantial contributions to this crucial cause. Organized by FountainHead RI, a community dedicated to fostering positive change, the event will host around 200 delegates, including prominent out-of-state figures, for discussions on Rhode Island’s innovative climate initiatives and its role in the global energy transition.
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, a vocal advocate for climate action, praised the event, stating, ‘Our Ocean State is leading the way in the fight against climate change. We need all hands on deck to lead the planet to climate safety, and this forum will bring people together to identify opportunities for building on our momentum.’
The event boasts an impressive lineup of speakers and hosts, including K. Joseph Shekarchi, Representative & House Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, and Lauren Carson, Deputy Majority Leader of the State of Rhode Island General Assembly. Industry experts such as Pete Schork, Principal at Broadscale Group, and Terrence Gray, Director of the RI Department of Environmental Management, will also share their insights.
Kerry Constabile, Vice Chair and Senior Climate Expert at Gold Standard, and former Head of Sustainability Strategy for Google, will bring her wealth of knowledge to the event. Steven Rothstein, Managing Director of the Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, and Chris Kearns, Acting Energy Commissioner of the Rhode Island Department of Energy, will also contribute their expertise.
The 2024 Climate Stocktake will feature an array of sessions, including keynote speeches, a fireside chat on the global energy transition and venture capital landscape post-COP28, and a main panel discussing Rhode Island’s substantial contributions to climate initiatives. The event culminates in a networking reception, offering unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders and sustainability advocates.
As Rhode Island continues to lead the charge in climate action, this event promises to be a pivotal gathering, fostering discussions that will shape our world and push forward the boundaries of innovation and sustainability.
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