CLIMATE WEEK NYC
Common Terns and American Oystercatchers in Jamaica Bay. Photo by Don Riepe.
Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together hundreds of events and activities across the City, with leaders from business, science, tech, politics, academia, and civil society.
More than half of U.S. bird species are in decline, and climate change is a major threat. Birds are critical for a healthy and sustainable ecosystem, boosting biodiversity, serving as pollinators, dispersing seeds, and controlling pests. Without birds, our environment will suffer.
CLIMATE WEEK NYC 2024
From September 21-29, 2024, join us for a full week of City-wide events hosted by both NYC Bird Alliance and our partners that will focus on the importance of biodiversity for a climate-resilient future.
Join us at any of the events listed below. Many more around the City are listed with Climate Group, the Nest Climate Campus at the Javits Center, and our partners on Governors Island.
* Indicates activity is a partner-run event
Atlas Obscura's new book "Wild Life."
Thursday, Sept. 19: Atlas Obscura Book Launch
Join Atlas Obscura to celebrate the release of their newest book Wild Life: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Living Wonders, aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree at South Street Seaport Museum. The program will include speakers from NYC Bird Alliance, Gotham Whale, Billion Oyster Project, and more.*
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Shadowbox display of the extinct Passenger Pigeon.
Saturday, Sept. 21: 'In Memoriam:' Passenger Pigeon Papercraft Workshop
Join NYC Bird Alliance Artist in Residence, Susie Oh, for a free papercraft diorama workshop on Governors Island! Participants will construct a shadowbox display using paper cutouts of the extinct Passenger Pigeon.
Get an in-depth look at the Billion Oyster Project
Sunday, Sept. 22: Governors Island Walking Tour
Learn about Billion Oyster Project and their critical work to restore New York Harbor's oyster reefs. Starting at the Public Exhibit House on Governors Island, the walking tour will provide an in-depth look at the organization's mission to create a rich, diverse harbor ecosystem that will help combat climate change.*
Help protect wetland areas in Wolfe's Pond Park
Monday, Sept. 23: Wolfe's Pond Restoration
Take action for Climate Week by volunteering with the NYC Parks Stewardship Team to protect wetland areas in Wolfe's Pond Park, Staten Island. Help restore and promote species diversity in the pond by removing Creeping Water Primrose.*
Wind Farm. Photo by Fokke Baarssen/Shutterstock
Tuesday, Sept. 24: “Shoring Up: How to Achieve Rapid & Responsible Offshore Wind Development”
A panel discussion at the Nest Climate Campus hosted by National Audubon’s VP of Climate, Sarah Rose. Event is 1:30-2:15pm. Attendees must first register (for free) for the Nest at the Javits Center.*
Tour the Javits Green Roof during Climate Week NYC 2024.
Tuesday, Sept. 24 - Thursday, Sept. 26: Javits Center Green Roof Tours
Join NYC Bird Alliance scientists for free guided tours of the Javits Center green roof network, where more than 65 bird species have been spotted! These tours are part of the Nest Climate Campus conference.
Photo courtesy of NYBG.
Friday, Sept. 27: “Nature’s Shield: Harnessing Biodiversity for Climate Resilience"
Join NYBG during Climate Week NYC 2024 for their annual symposium, focused this year on the importance of harnessing biodiversity to improve climate resilience.*
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NYC Bird Alliance offers free bird outings in all five boroughs.
Join us for free bird outings!
Climate Week 2024 coincides with fall migration, which means there are two great reasons to get outside! Whether you’re a beginner birder or avian expert, birding is a great way to learn about the importance of our local biodiversity and the threats of climate change. Scroll below to find a bird outing near you!
Photo: Common Terns and American Oystercatchers in Jamaica Bay by Don Riepe.
