SF Bay Climate Tech: Jan 29 - Feb 5
SF Bay Climate Tech: Jan 29 - Feb 5
Ideas to IPOs in the green economy, book talks on carbon markets, and more!
Hi friends,
This week we’ve got some major news on the potential sea level rise across California - averaging 1.2 feet by 2050 and upwards of 6.6 feet by the end of the century! While these numbers are dire, local municipalities are taking matters into their own hands to adapt to this changing reality. The City of San Francisco released a $13 billion plan in partnership with the US Army Corps to elevate the Embarcadero and all its buildings by 7 feet. We hope this is a combination of gray and green infrastructure to protect some of the Bay Area’s most beloved neighborhoods - and we’re excited to continue following the project as it progresses!
Here are our picks for the week:
Dive into the environmental justice priority to create 💵 A Green Economy in the Black Community on Tuesday.
Head down to San Mateo for the 🧑💻 Idea to IPO Venture Capital Summit! on Thursday and meet over 400 entrepreneurs and investors.
📚 Meet the Author: Richard H. Lawrence, Jr. Discusses “Carbon Done Correctly” on Saturday, going all in on the voluntary carbon market and what that means for the broader investment cycle.
As always, scroll down for the full list of upcoming events.
Cheers,
The Climate Tech Cities Team
🌎 Climate Tech Cities and Streetlife Ventures Startup and Talent Platforms
Climate Tech Cities and Streetlife Ventures are launching new platforms to support climate founders, funders, and career transitioners! There is no shortage of great companies raising money for their groundbreaking ideas, great investors looking to support with capital, and great talent living the mantra that every job is a climate job. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Opportunities
🎓 New Futures Fellowships (Due Jan. 31)
The New Futures Fellowship is a three-month remote fellowship program for graduate and undergraduate students that focuses on innovative and interdisciplinary solutions to the climate crisis.
🌱 NF.C Climate Lab (Due Feb. 7)
The NF.C. Climate Lab is a semi-annual, no-cost incubator program designed to spark growth for organizations building a healthier planet. Most importantly, you’ll receive 1:1 consulting support from NF.C (valued at $2,500) at no cost.
🏆 Keeling Curve Prize (Due Feb. 12)
The Global Warming Mitigation Project’s flagship program, the Keeling Curve Prize, awards $50,000 annually to each of 10 global projects that demonstrate the ability to reduce, replace, or remove greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and oceans.
Rolling Deadlines and Upcoming Opportunities
🏙️ URBAN-X Accelerator (Rolling, program starts March)
🌬️ OpenAir Carbon Removal Challenge (Due Mar. 4)
🤩 Brand New Brand (Due Mar. 22)
☀️ Mária Telkes Fellowship (Due Mar. 31)
⚒️ Pilots at the Brooklyn Army Terminal (Rolling)
🏢 Urban Tech XChange (Rolling)
Events This Week
💵 A Green Economy in the Black Community: Tue, Jan 30
🧑💻 Idea to IPO Venture Capital Summit!: Thu, Feb 1
🙋🏽♀️ Work on Climate East Bay Happy Hour: Thu, Feb 1
🌍 How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis: Thu, Feb 1
📚 Meet the Author: Richard H. Lawrence, Jr. Discusses “Carbon Done Correctly”: Sat, Feb 3
Read on for more details about this week’s happenings and upcoming events this month
Upcoming Events
☀️ Sunnyvale 2.0: Tue, Feb 6
🗣️ Get Hired - Strategies for Success: Mixer, Panel and Mini LinkedIn Workshop: Wed, Feb 7
🌿 The Future of Sustainability: Wed, Feb 7
🌎 The Carbonauts Sustainability Mocktails: Wed, Feb 7
🗣️ A Conversation with Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao: Wed, Feb 7
🎲 SF Bay Area Climate Fresk: Wed, Feb 7
🔋 BERC Energy Summit 2024 - Accelerating the Energy Transition For All: Thu, Feb 8
🚲 King Tide Bike Ride 2024: Sat, Feb 10
🎨 Artist Talk | Sofía Gallisá Muriente: Tue, Feb 13
⚡️ Electrify Efficiently: Home Electrification Product Overview: Tue, Feb 13
🌟 Climate Optimist Club: Thu, Feb 15
♣️ Understand Climate Change in 3 Hours: Sat, Feb 17
✊ Eco Afro Futures 2024: Sat, Feb 17
📰 Journalism Mixer: Amplifying Community Voices in Climate Reporting: Sat, Feb 17
♻️ Recology San Francisco Public Tour: Wed, Feb 21
🌿 Bay Area Remake Monthly Meetup: Wed, Feb 21
🙋♀️ WRISE SF Bay Area Chapter 2024 Inaugural Event: Thu, Feb 22
👩💼 San Francisco Tech Speed Networking : Thu, Feb 22
📚🤖 The Intersection of Literature and Artificial Intelligence: Fri, Feb 23
🌱 Social Impact Summit 2024: Tue, Feb 27
Event Details
💵 A Green Economy in the Black Community
When: Tue, Jan 30th from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Where: Port Workspaces, 344 20th Street, Oakland, CA
Join a conversation on the path forward and learn about the billions of dollars in federal investment that could unleash generational wealth in Black communities. Speakers include leaders from African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs, US Bank, Working Solutions CDFI, and Black Cultural Zone.
🧑💻 Idea to IPO Venture Capital Summit!
When: Thu, Feb 1st from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: College of San Mateo Theater, 1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA
This summit will feature a series of venture capital panel discussions with some of the most distinguished venture capitalists in Silicon Valley. There will be numerous opportunities to network and connect. 400+ attendees expected. Delicious buffet provided. Event includes panels on investment and latest innovations in energy and climate tech, AI, and what's hot in 2024.
🙋🏽♀️ Work on Climate East Bay Happy Hour
When: Thu, Feb 1st from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Temescal Brewing, 4115 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
Come have a beer and network with others in the Work On Climate community at our first East Bay Happy Hour of the new year. This event is intended for everyone — from those looking to transition into a climate career to those already working in the space. Spread the word & bring a climate-curious friend! Temescal has a wide array of beers + several NA options for your enjoyment. There will be a food truck on site but outside food is also allowed. Since we will be outside, warm layers are recommended.
🌍 How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis
When: Thu, Feb 1st from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Where: Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA
Join us for an inspiring event at the David Brower Center in Berkeley, CA. Movement leaders and change-makers will share stories and experiences of restoration and justice that demonstrate the world we know is possible and needed. The event is a fundraiser for Sogorea Te’ Land Trust and the launch of the book 'The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis' by Osprey Orielle Lake.
📚 Meet the Author: Richard H. Lawrence, Jr. Discusses “Carbon Done Correctly”
When: Sat, Feb 3rd from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Where: Book Passage Bookstore & Cafe, 51 Tamal Vista Boulevard, Corte Madera, CA
Join author Richard H. Lawrence, Jr., as he discusses his latest book, 'Carbon Done Correctly,' which introduces the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) as a solution to climate change. The book highlights the work of unsung heroes on the front lines of the fight against climate change and demonstrates how the VCM provides an essential tool for their efforts.