Climate Week 2026 will take place in New York City from September 20-27, coinciding with the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81). Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 900 events and activities across the city – in person, hybrid and online. Each year, business leaders, political change makers, local decision takers and civil society representatives of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the world, gather to drive the transition, speed up progress, and champion change that is already happening.
New York Innovation Forum for Sustainable Development
A Multi-Stakeholder engagement for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
September 21-22
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On September 21-22, Peace Boat US and the Intelligence Report will collaborate to together host the New York Innovation Forum, uniting leaders from business, technology, finance, sustainability, the United Nations, civil society, and policy to drive solutions to create a more sustainable future.
Peace Boat is an international organization working towards education for the UN Sustainable Development Goals and holds Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, sailing as a flagship for the SDGs.
New York Climate Week: On the Road to COP31
September 21
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As momentum builds towards UNFCCC COP31 in Antalya, New York Climate Week will be a key moment for advancing the ocean and climate agenda ahead of the UNFCCC climate negotiations. This year’s COP31 mascot, Caretta caretta the loggerhead sea turtle, symbolizes the strong connections between climate action, biodiversity and healthy oceans, reinforcing the need to keep the ocean at the heart of climate discussions.
Save the Date: On 21 September 2026 (12:00–2:00 PM), RISE UP for the Ocean and Peace Boat US will host their annual High-Level Luncheon at 777 United Nations Plaza, New York City, bringing together ocean and climate leaders, governments, community representatives and partners to discuss how to turn global commitments into meaningful action ahead of COP31.