After the High-Tide: The Ever-Evolving Role of Climate Envoys and Advocates Amid Environmental Pushback 

1.30–3:00pm EDT

How do you keep making progress when the politics get harder? Explore how climate leaders are building coalitions, making the case and maintaining momentum in a more contested environment. .

The Age of Permacrisis: How Can Governments Keep Up — Apolitical

3.20–5.00pm EDT

From climate shocks to geopolitical instability and supply chain disruption: explore how governments can move beyond crisis response and build for long-term resilience. 

Powering Trust: Building Information Resilience for the Climate and Energy Transition 

3.30–5:00pm EDT

What does it take to deliver policy when public trust is under pressure? The Under2 Coalition and Government of Québec are will host a practical workshop on building the information resilience needed for the climate and energy transition. 

The Super Pollutant Sprint: Local Action, Global Results 

4.30–5.20pm EDT

See how states and regions are turning commitments on methane and other super pollutants into measurable results. Climate Group, SMAC and CCAC will explore what’s working – and what it will take to strengthen delivery and scale solutions. 

From the Ground Up: Mobilizing Subnational Partnerships with the GCF Task Force to Build New Tropical Forest Economies 

8.30–10.30am EDT

How can states and regions turn forest commitments into thriving local economies? Led by the Governors’ Climate and Forests Task Force,  this session will explore the partnerships, finance and practical support needed to protect forests while creating lasting value for communities. 

Scaling Low-Carbon Growth – Winning in a Volatile World

12.00–12.50pm EDT

In a more volatile global economy, where are the opportunities for low-carbon growth? Explore the markets, technologies and policies that can strengthen competitiveness and deliver long-term value. 

Building the World’s Next Electrostates – From Energy Dependence to Electrified Resilience

2.15–2.45pm EDT

What does energy security look like in an electrified world? Hear how clean electricity can become a source of competitiveness, resilience and economic growth. 

Roundtable on Subnational Climate-Aligned Data Centre Growth

3.00–4.15pm EDT

As data centre demand accelerates, states and regions are on the front line. The Under2 Coalition and U.S. Climate Alliance will bring subnational governments together to share practical policy approaches to managing the impacts on energy, climate and communities. 

The Food Forum: Building Resilient Food Systems for Planet and Profit

3.40–5.30pm EDT

What will it take to build food systems that can withstand a changing climate? Explore where policy, investment and business can unlock greater resilience and sustainability. 

Climate as Growth: How to Communicate Opportunity, Not Cost 

4.40–5.30pm EDT

How do we make the economic case for climate progress resonate? Hear how leaders are connecting climate with growth, jobs, investment and competitiveness – and building public trust along the way. 

Québec Networking Climate Reception 

6.30–8.30pm EDT

Hosted by the Government of Québec and Hydro-Québec, this evening reception brings together subnational leaders and climate stakeholders to build relationships and exchange perspectives at the close of the day. 

A Site Visit to Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant — SMAC & Under2 Coalition

 10.00am–12.30pm EDT 

Hosted by the Subnational Methane Action Coalition (SMAC) and Under2 Coalition, this behind-the-scenes visit will showcase practical approaches to methane reduction, wastewater management and subnational implementation.

CWNYC Governors' Dialogue & Reception on Governors Island: Shaping the Next Decade of Subnational Climate Leadership 

 5.00–7.30pm EDT 

What will it take for states and regions to lead through the next decade? The Under2 Coalition and the New York Climate Exchange will bring Governors and regional leaders together to tackle political and economic uncertainty, accelerate delivery and strengthen leadership across borders.

Americas Ministerial 2026: Climate Leadership Across Borders 

8.00–10.00am EDT

What can states and regions achieve together across borders? In partnership with the Government of Québec, the Under2 Coalition will bring senior leaders from across the Americas will tackle shared priorities spanning electrification, resilience, investment and clean industry – and identify where closer cooperation can deliver more.

Mobilising Investment for Extreme Heat Solutions Roundtable 

3.00–4.30pm EDT

Extreme heat is rising fast – but so are the solutions. Hosted with the Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership, governments, innovators and investors will explore what it takes to move beyond isolated pilots, unlock investment and scale solutions that protect communities from extreme heat.