The Nest Summit Expands to a Dynamic ‘Campus’ Setting for Climate Week NYC 2022
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 - Founding partners of The Nest Summit Campus, including NXT Events Media Group, the Javits Center, NYC & Company along with Climate Week NYC, announced today plans for expansion to a campus setting at this year’s event, taking place September 21 – 22. The Nest Summit Campus will act as a central destination for climate action during Climate Week NYC, introducing co-hosted meetings held by industry leaders looking to put plans into action ahead of COP27.
“We’re pleased to expand The Nest Summit, the official event partner of Climate Week NYC and the U.S.’s largest climate action event, at the iconic Javits Center. The Javits Center is an ideal venue to host organizations focused on advancing climate solutions with its 6.75-acre green roof, rooftop gardens and commitments to major sustainability initiatives,” says Britton Jones, CEO of NXT Events Media Group, producer of The Nest Summit.
“This Nest Summit Campus expansion news trails several recent announcements, including the IPCC report, about the need for increased collaboration across organizations. The Nest Summit Campus will greatly enhance the rich networking, expert conversations and sharing of innovations and programs to accelerate climate action.”
In addition to co-hosted meetings and Main Stage conference event programming, which will focus on key topics from Food & Agriculture, to Clean Energy, to Transportation and Tourism, attendees will enjoy extended community engagement activities, including a Garden Eatery, green roof tours, and the Queens Night Market.
“Climate Week NYC, running in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly, will be the most critical, inclusive, and globally focused week in our history. The Nest Summit Campus is a vital part of our mission to inspire meaningful change both in NYC and around the world”, says Adam Lake, head of Climate Week NYC for the Climate Group.
Seats will be limited this year. Join our pre-registration waitlist and be the first to know when tickets go on sale.
NXT Events Media Group
Founded in 2016 with the mission to curate world-class events that make the world a better place. Born from a passion of creating elevated events, and armed with over three decades of expertise in executive event management, strategy, and execution, we specialize in discovering new ways to add value to events and enhance the experience. NXT Events Media Group is proud to produce The Nest Summit Campus and support the growth of such an important event. Learn More
About Climate Week NYC & The Climate Group
Climate Week NYC is one of the key summits in the international calendar that has taken place every year in New York City since 2009. The summit takes place alongside the UN General Assembly and brings together international leaders from business, government and civil society to showcase global climate action. The Climate Group is a non-profit organization that works with business and government leaders around the world to address climate change. The group works to accelerate climate action and acts as a catalyst to take innovations and solutions to scale by driving together powerful networks of businesses and governments that shift global markets and policies. Learn More
About NYC&CO
NYC & Company is the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the City of New York, dedicated to maximizing travel and tourism opportunities throughout the five boroughs, building economic prosperity and spreading the positive image of New York City worldwide. For all there is to do and see in New York City, visit nycgo.com.
About The Javits Center
Located on Manhattan’s West Side, The Javits Center is the busiest convention center in the United States. It is also a leader in sustainable architecture, as it is home to a robust sustainability program including state-of-the-art, energy-efficient equipment and policies, a growing wildlife sanctuary on a 6.75-acre green roof and a new project in conjunction with the New York Power Authority to install the largest rooftop solar array in New York City. Learn More
Media Contacts
Amanda Kanaga
Chief Development Officer, The Nest Summit
amandak@thenestsummit.com
