SF Climate Tech: Mar 4 - Mar 10
Carbon lunches, policy sessions, co-working, blue tech, science, jobs, AI, energy storage, and more upcoming events!
Hi friends,
Turns out those New Years resolutions really are hard to keep.
Well, now that Spring is (mostly) sprung, we’re back, and we’ve got something cooking to make this more consistent—stay tuned!
As you likely know if you’re subscribed to this newsletter, SF Climate Week is next month! We’ll have a full guide here once more events are announced. If you’re wondering what other climate weeks are happening this year, do we have the website for you!
Without further ado, here are our picks for the week:
Today, swing by 9Zero for the 🥗 CCUS / Carbon Member Lunch
Head back there on Wednesday for the 🌍 9Zero Sector Insight Series: Climate Policy
Thursday in the East Bay, kick off in with co-working at the 💻 Mar Climate Co-Work Day at Port Labs, then head to the 🍻 March East Bay Climate Happy Hour.
Thursday in SF, talk oceans and water at the 🌊 SF Blue Tech March Happy Hour Networking at South Beach Cafe
Friday, 🔬 Stand Up for Science 2025 in a rally at Civic Center
Saturday, find a job at the 🌱 YPE SF Bay Area Clean Energy Career Expo 2025
Sunday, join the club at the 🤖 AI For Good | Hackathon @ Hult SF
Monday, charge up with Form Energy at 🔋 SustainX: Power Deals: Unlocking Long-Duration Storage
As always, scroll down for more details on this week and the full list of upcoming events.
Cheers,
Alec, Sonam, and the Climate Tech Cities team
This Week’s Events
🔌 BERC Company Trek: PG&E: Tue, Mar 4
🥗 CCUS / Carbon Member Lunch: Tue, Mar 4
🌍 9Zero Sector Insight Series: Climate Policy: Wed, Mar 5
⚓️ Mar Climate Co-Work Day at Port Labs!: Thu, Mar 6
♻️ Creating zero waste events: requirements and resources for SF producers: Thu, Mar 6
🎉 New Space, New Chapter: RDH Oakland Open House: Thu, Mar 6
🌊 SF Blue Tech March Happy Hour Networking: Thu, Mar 6
🍻 March East Bay Climate Happy Hour: Thu, Mar 6
🥗 March Climate Potluck: Thu, Mar 6
🔬 Stand Up for Science 2025 - San Francisco, CA: Fri, Mar 7
🇯🇵 Japanese Climate Tech Community - Bay Area Meetup: Fri, Mar 7
🧹 Mission Bay Cleanup: Sat, Mar 8
🌱 YPE SF Bay Area Clean Energy Career Expo 2025: Sat, Mar 8
🤖 AI For Good | Hackathon @ Hult SF: Sun, Mar 9
🥕 Growing Solutions: U.S.-Japan Agri-Tech Innovations for a Carbon Neutral Future: Mon, Mar 10
🔋 SustainX: Power Deals: Unlocking Long-Duration Storage with Form Energy: Mon, Mar 10
🌎 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!
Upcoming Events
📢 2025 Berkeley Corporate + Climate Summit: Tue, Mar 11
🍱 Service Providers Member Lunch: Tue, Mar 11
🍎 Explore UK Agri-Tech: Innovations and Opportunities Breakfast: Wed, Mar 12
🌟 Office Hours & AMA with Peter Yolles - Managing Partner @ Echo River Capital: Wed, Mar 12
🚴♂️ TTR 12: Climate x DeepTech Ride!: Wed, Mar 12
🌳 Owning Our Air: March 2025 WOCAP Steering Committee Meeting: Wed, Mar 12
🍽️ Hardware Dinner | Wildfire Tech @ Studio 55 (SoMa): Wed, Mar 12
🍩 Coffee and Climate (and donuts): Thu, Mar 13
💸 INSEAD Giving Day Celebration - Planting the Seeds for the Future - INST: Thu, Mar 13
🌱 Choosing Hope: Sat, Mar 15
🌐 Funding the Commons: San Francisco 2025: Sat, Mar 15
📈 Finance & Data Sector Member Lunch: Tue, Mar 18
✨ Cleantech Open 2025 San Francisco Kick-Off Event: Tue, Mar 18
🕗 San Francisco Climate Changemakers Hour of Action: Tue, Mar 18
🌍 Paul Hawken: Carbon, Climate, and Humanity: Wed, Mar 19
🔮 A Logic For The Future: Wed, Mar 19
🔌 Ribbon Cutting—Revel’s First SF Fast Charger Grand Opening: Thu, Mar 20
🌱 Bay Area Green Spring Soiree: Thu, Mar 20
👗 Future of Fashion Conference: Thu, Mar 20
🍺 Design + sustainability social: Thu, Mar 20
🎶 EARTH HOUR SILENT DISCO at W HOTEL: Sat, Mar 22
🐝 Introduction to Urban Beekeeping: Sun, Mar 23
🚀 PitchSF: Wed, Mar 26
🌍 Climate Vine: IRL SF Meet-Up: Wed, Mar 26
🌳 Bioregional Bioneers Picnic Palooza: Thu, Mar 27
🥂 9Zero 🤝 Climate - Happy Hour 🥂: Thu, Mar 27
🎨 From the River to the Bay Closing Reception: Thu, Mar 27
This Week in Depth
🔌 BERC Company Trek: PG&E
When: Tuesday, Mar 4 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: PG&E Headquarters, Oakland, California
Join BERC for a company trek at PG&E's headquarters in Oakland. Members from any UC Berkeley program can participate. The event includes transportation from downtown Berkeley, a tour of PG&E offices, a networking lunch, and a career panel with PG&E employees. Lunch will be provided, and dietary restrictions should be noted in RSVPs.
🥗 CCUS / Carbon Member Lunch
When: Tuesday, Mar 4 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Where: 9Zero Climate Innovation Hub, San Francisco, California
Join experts in carbon capture, utilization, and storage at the CCUS / Carbon Member Lunch in San Francisco. This informal gathering allows engineers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to discuss innovative solutions for decarbonization, covering topics like direct air capture and carbon markets. Connect, share insights, and explore opportunities in the carbon transition while enjoying lunch together.
🌍 9Zero Sector Insight Series: Climate Policy
When: Wednesday, Mar 5 from 8:30 PM to 1:00 PM
Where: 9Zero Climate Innovation Hub, San Francisco, California
Join us for a timely conversation on the future of climate policy and innovation with Phil Ting (CA State Assemblymember Emeritus) and Vikrum Aiyer (Head of Climate Policy, Heirloom). This discussion will explore the challenges and opportunities for climate tech and policy in a shifting political landscape.
⚓️ Mar Climate Co-Work Day at Port Labs!
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Port Labs, Oakland, California
The Climate Co-Work Day at Port Labs welcomes all climate enthusiasts to network and share insights on sustainable technology. Activities include discussions on the Lake Merritt Conservancy initiative, experiences in Climate Tech funding, and an evening social gathering. Come contribute to growing the climate tech ecosystem in Oakland!
♻️ Creating zero waste events: requirements and resources for SF producers
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Where: 49 South Van Ness Avenue, #room 132, San Francisco, CA 94103
This workshop will educate event producers on meeting San Francisco's zero waste event requirements, covering essential topics like composting, food recovery, event greening, and various sustainability guidelines. Join to ensure your events are compliant and environmentally friendly.
🎉 New Space, New Chapter: RDH Oakland Open House
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: 1901 Harrison Street, Suite 1210, Oakland, CA 94612
Join RDH Oakland for an Open House celebrating their new office and a decade of designing sustainable spaces. Experience interactive stations showcasing cutting-edge building science, network with industry innovators, and enjoy local food and drinks. Celebrate growth and innovation together on March 6, 2025, at 1901 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA.
🌊 SF Blue Tech March Happy Hour Networking
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: South Beach Cafe, San Francisco, California
Join blue tech professionals for a networking event featuring presentations from leaders in marine carbon dioxide removal, seaweed, and underwater robotics, along with discussions and networking opportunities. Engage with ocean stewards, scientists, and educators to inspire environmental action. The event takes place at South Beach Cafe in San Francisco.
🍻 March East Bay Climate Happy Hour
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: Temescal Brewing, Oakland, California
Join us for the East Bay Climate Happy Hour at Temescal Brewing, where you'll enjoy drinks and snacks while discussing climate. Lindsey Hoell of Dispatch Goods will share insights. This inclusive event welcomes everyone interested in climate careers or simply passionate about making a difference. Tables will be reserved under a heated tent, with food trucks available.
🥗 March Climate Potluck
When: Thursday, Mar 6 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Where: 2815 College Ave, Berkeley, California
Join fellow climate enthusiasts at the March Climate Potluck in Berkeley. This gathering welcomes individuals from various backgrounds to enjoy a meal together, fostering connections among those engaged in climate action. Don't forget to contribute your details in the potluck spreadsheet!
🔬 Stand Up for Science 2025 - San Francisco, CA
When: Friday, Mar 7 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: 335 McAllister Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Join us on March 7 at the San Francisco Civic Center Plaza for the Stand Up for Science rally, celebrating science's essential role in society. With notable speakers like Nobel Laureate Carolyn Bertozzi, the event aims to mobilize support for scientific funding and advocacy amidst growing governmental challenges to scientific agencies. This event is part of a nationwide effort, including simultaneous rallies.
🇯🇵 Japanese Climate Tech Community - Bay Area Meetup
When: Friday, Mar 7 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Wursthall, San Mateo, California
THE PRIMARY LANGUAGE FOR THIS MEETUP IS JAPANESE. Join the Japanese Climate Tech Community for an informal meetup at Wursthall in San Mateo, California. This event invites everyone interested in decarbonization and sustainability efforts, including those considering investments. The primary language will be Japanese, and individuals are welcome to drop by at any time.
🧹 Mission Bay Cleanup
When: Saturday, Mar 8 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: 601 Mission Bay Boulevard North, San Francisco, CA 94158
Join the Mission Bay Cleanup in San Francisco! Meet at Spark Social SF at 9:00 am to gather supplies and form crews, then enjoy a community cleanup from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Sign up or email for more details. Don’t miss the chance to help clean up your neighborhood!
🌱 YPE SF Bay Area Clean Energy Career Expo 2025
When: Saturday, Mar 8 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: 505 Howard St suite 1000, San Francisco, California
YPE SF Bay Area is thrilled to announce our 4th annual Clean Energy Career Expo, a joint effort between the Scholarship Program and Mentorship Program, generously sponsored and hosted by the leading international law firm Perkins Coie. The Career Expo is targeted towards students, early career professionals, and transitioning professionals who are looking to embark or advance in a career in clean energy.
🤖 AI For Good | Hackathon @ Hult SF
When: Sunday, Mar 9 from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Where: Register to See Address
The AI for Good Hackathon, hosted by Hult AI Society, invites developers, entrepreneurs, and students to create AI solutions for global challenges aligned with the UN SDGs. Participants will collaborate in teams to develop and pitch innovative applications, receiving mentorship from industry leaders and competing for prizes and recognition.
🥕 Growing Solutions: U.S.-Japan Agri-Tech Innovations for a Carbon Neutral Future
When: Monday, Mar 10 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, California
Join us for the U.S.-Japan Agri-Tech Innovations event in San Francisco, where key players will share insights on agricultural technology and collaborations aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. Featuring prominent speakers and opportunities for networking, this event takes place at Digital Garage and is generously supported by the Consulate-General of Japan.
🔋 SustainX: Power Deals: Unlocking Long-Duration Storage with Form Energy
When: Monday, Mar 10 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Where: Durand Building, Stanford, California
A fireside chat with Scott Burger from Form Energy discussing long-duration energy storage technologies, including their market positioning and strategies for scaling. Topics cover project origination, contract structuring, and lessons learned from initial deployments. Pizza and beverages provided!