The Midwest Climate Summit—a three-day gathering of climate leaders, researchers, and professionals focused on expanding knowledge, accelerating climate action, and catalyzing new partnerships for an equitable Midwestern response to the climate crisis—is coming to Madison from April 30-May 2, 2025 at the Memorial Union. The Summit will bring together bright minds working in government, education, research, advocacy, and industry, as well as feature keynote speaker and former Lt. Governor of Wisconsin, Mandela Barnes.
The event is hosted by the Midwest Climate Collaborative, a multi-sector network spanning 12 states and working for a carbon neutral, climate resilient, interconnected Midwest region. This event prioritizes multi-disciplinary approaches that connect leaders across sectors and communities for greater collective action on climate. Join us for a transformative event centered on the Midwest!
Who should attend:
- Researchers and educators in k-12 schools, higher education, and community and informal education settings
- Local government officials, including elected officials and those working in sustainability, building codes, forestry, public health, utilities, and any department responding to climate change
- Leaders in the nonprofit sector working on climate mitigation, adaptation, and justice
- Business and utility leaders working to decarbonize and build resiliency
- College students looking to connect with potential employers, other students, organizations, and potential research partners
Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2025 Midwest Climate Summit. Register by March 7, 2025 to take advantage of early bird pricing.
For a review of last year’s event, click here.