DC
Climate
Week
April 28 – May 2, 2025
DC Climate Week (DCCW) will establish Washington, DC, as the nation’s center of climate innovation by providing opportunities to engage with policymakers, fund climate solutions, and showcase cutting-edge technologies.
Through curated workshops, panels, exhibitions, and networking events, we will transform our nation's capital into a global model for climate action.
Why DC Climate Week?
Engage with policymakers.
As the center of U.S. politics, DC offers unparalleled opportunities to influence national climate policy.
Secure funding with global influence.
With access to international development banks like the IMF, IDB, and World Bank, DCCW can connect investors, financial institutions, and project developers.
Learn from world-renowned experts.
Discover climate solutions from a wide range of leading organizations headquartered in DC.
Explore convenient event hubs.
Each day of DCCW takes place around a central hub so that all events for the day are within a 5-10 minute walk.
Enjoy the greenery.
DC has the highest percentage of parkland of any densely populated U.S. city and our tree canopy covers 38% of the city — more than the national average for urban areas.
Help make our capital a model for other cities.
DCCW will showcase local initiatives like Sustainable DC, the District of Columbia Wildlife Action Plan, and Climate Ready DC, positioning DC as a leader in climate action.
The hubs
DCCW events are focused on six climate themes with headline events for each theme at a single, metro-accessible hub venue.
Monday, April 28:
Climate innovation and technology
Hub venue: Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, Penn Quarter
Tuesday, April 29:
Policy and advocacy
Hub venue: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, Metro Center
Wednesday, April 30:
Finance and economy
Hub venue: The Square, Farragut North
Special activation: National Job Fair powered by Clean Energy for America
Thursday, May 1:
Theme: Nature
Hub venue: University of Southern California Capital Campus, Dupont Circle
Special activation: Marketplace of the Future
Friday, May 2:
Urban development & mobility
Part 1: Urban development
Hub venue: Sycamore & Oak, Congress Heights
Part 2: Mobility and water
Hub venue: HQO Events, Navy Yard
Our values
Collaboration
Progress happens when we work together. Our event fosters partnerships that unite efforts — both locally and globally.
Win-win
Participating in DCCW is an opportunity that benefits individuals, organizations, and our global community — while contributing to climate action.
Empowerment
We are committed to enabling communities and organizations to take climate action through education, collaboration, and innovation.
Sustainability
Every aspect of our event and outcomes is rooted in pursuing a sustainable and climate-resilient future for all.
Inclusivity
Climate action requires diverse voices and perspectives. DCCW provides a space for communities, businesses, policymakers, and innovators to engage and collaborate.
Accountability
We hold ourselves and our partners accountable for making measurable and lasting contributions to climate goals.
Innovation
We embrace forward-thinking solutions and cutting-edge technologies to address the climate crisis, encouraging creativity and bold ideas.
