The overwhelming sentiment at the event was positive with a clear message that we must work together to come up with radical solutions to help combat global warming—and that innovation does not happen in a vacuum. Timely conversations at the festival ranged from the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on greens jobs to the decreasing cost of solar panels and wind turbines and a call for climate investment in the global south.
In attendance were artists, athletes, filmmakers, chefs, and entertainers using their platforms to support the climate movement. They brought an unwavering energy to the event, helping to connect the dots between corporate responsibility, government policy, and the 8 billion people who are affected by climate change across the globe.
Amazon presented a session from its Chief Sustainability Officer Kara Hurst (with WNBA Legend Sue Bird!) as well as opening remarks by The Climate Pledge Director Sally Fouts. Other event participants included Alaska Airlines and Weyerhaeuser, both of which are signatories of The Climate Pledge. Here are some of the key highlights from their conversations, and other notable moments from the event: