Discover how micro cargo solutions are reshaping NYC’s delivery ecosystem. With package deliveries surging from 2.4 million to 3.6 million in just two years, innovative micro-cargo strategies are crucial for reducing traffic congestion, minimizing pollution, and improving road safety. Industry pioneers like Fernhay and Dutch-X are leading the charge in the future of urban logistics.

Biking is key to building carbon-neutral cities. NYC and cities like Lagos must prioritize biking with dedicated lanes, parking, and integration with public transit. Amsterdam has shown how biking reduces congestion, improves air quality, and revitalizes neighborhoods. Learn how NYC can fund and expand biking infrastructure and explore the risks for cities like Lagos.

Explore the potential to transform NYC’s Financial District (FiDi) into a carbon-zero zone through a special participatory planning process. Consider converting rooftops into green spaces with solar panels, reimagining parks with native plants, pedestrianizing streets, and integrating bike lanes with charging stations. Highlight the benefits—reduced emissions, improved air quality, increased biodiversity, and enhanced community well-being. Dive into how this initiative can lead in the development of the Blue Highway, positioning the FiDi as a model for sustainable urban transformation.

This virtual roundtable will explore how retrofitting buildings can cut emissions by 50-75%, compared to new construction, and comply with Local Law 97. As buildings contribute 39% of global energy-related emissions, retrofitting existing structures is crucial for NYC’s carbon-zero future. The discussion will also cover urban farming, rooftop gardens, and vertical agriculture to strengthen local food systems, reduce supply chain risks, and promote sustainability.

As climate change disrupts distant supply chains, local food systems will become crucial for cities. This session will explore innovative solutions like urban farming, rooftop gardens, and vertical agriculture to ensure access to affordable, nutritious food. We'll also discuss how FiDi can evolve into a key agricultural hub for NYC, promoting food security in uncertain times.

Explore NYC's growing water challenges due to climate change. Droughts and erratic rainfall are straining reservoirs, while rising sea levels increase flood risks. NYC's aging infrastructure needs urgent rethinking to secure a reliable water supply and bolster flood defenses. Join this roundtable to discuss strategies for building water resilience and shaping NYC’s future.

This roundtable tackles NYC's waste crisis, focusing on recycling, waste-to-energy innovations, and reducing single-use plastics. We'll explore equitable waste management to ensure all neighborhoods benefit. Join city planners and community leaders in shaping a cleaner, more efficient waste system that supports both environmental and public health goals.

This roundtable will explore how cities can reduce carbon emissions through Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), carbon-neutral building practices, and urban forestry. We’ll also cover enhancing public transit, promoting electric vehicle adoption, and implementing smart city technologies to lower emissions. Join us to discuss innovative waste management, policy-driven solutions, and how to build sustainable, resilient urban spaces.