At this year's Climate Week NYC, the numbers tell the story. Over 1,000 events across Manhattan from September 22-25.
At this year’s Climate Week NYC, the numbers tell the story. Over 1,000 events across Manhattan from September 22-25. More attendees, more announcements, more everything than any previous edition — despite global headwinds.
But here’s the thing: surviving Climate Week and actually winning at it are two different games. Francois Servranckx, founder of Green Gooding — a New York-based startup specializing in appliance rental and circular economy solutions — just finished his marathon week of pitches, panels, and partnership talks.
WHAT IT REALLY MEANS TO “LIVE” CLIMATE WEEK IN NYC
Over 1,000 events across the city touching everything from retail to construction, fashion to energy, even NASCAR. The city basically becomes this massive collision point for climate, tech, and business.
Fortune 500s drop their new commitments while startups like us get to show what actually works and pitch to people who matter. For us, it’s not about the hype — it’s about pressure-testing ideas with a market that’s both demanding and genuinely curious.
FOR NEWCOMERS — HOW TO MAKE IT COUNT
Absolutely worth it, but you need a game plan or you’ll drown in options. Two non-negotiables:
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Pick your battles. Don’t chase everything. Lock in 5-6 events where your actual targets will be — retailers, investors, city officials, whoever moves your needle. Cross-town travel kills time, so cluster smartly.
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Get yourself on stage. Panel, pitch competition, demo day — whatever gets you up there. Climate Week crowds are engaged and forgiving. Perfect testing ground for your message.
WHAT GREEN GOODING IS BRINGING
Shifting the conversation from “look at our impact metrics” to “we’re disrupting a $20 billion market.” Why own when you can rent? Less waste, lower emissions, new revenue streams for retailers.
What’s next
- NYC domination first, then other major US cities
- Peer-to-peer marketplace goes live — your blender becomes an income stream
- Category expansion — tools, outdoor gear, kids’ equipment
Bottom line: Climate Week is our accelerator for partnerships and our springboard for what’s next.