A shared moment connecting and amplifying climate action across Chicagoland and the Midwest
Chicago Climate Week (ChiCW) is developed in collaboration with organizations helping shape climate action across the region. Together, we are building a platform powered by the community - where events across Chicagoland create space to connect, collaborate, and take action.
Co-organizers & collaborators include:
Featured Events & Partner Convenings
Chicago Climate Week is a distributed, region-wide platform connecting and amplifying climate-related activity across Chicagoland during a shared week of programming. The events below highlight just a selection of the conversations, convenings, and community gatherings taking place across the region during the week.
2026 Climate Innovation Summit
The Climate Innovation Summit, hosted by Chicago Innovation, is a cross-sector convening bringing together business, civic, nonprofit, and community leaders to explore climate innovation, sustainability, and the future of the Midwest.
July 15
Aspen Ideas: Climate Chicago
Aspen Ideas: Climate is the premier solutions-oriented convening where global leaders and innovators gather with the public to showcase climate solutions with the potential to reshape our world.
July 20-22
TechChicago Week, by P33
TechChicago Week, highlights Chicago’s innovation ecosystem - with a focus on emerging technologies like AI, quantum, and advanced computing. Through panels, showcases, and convenings, it brings together the ideas shaping the future of tech across industries.
July 20-26
Co_Invest Climate 2026
Co_Invest Climate, hosted by Evergreen Climate Innovations, is a Midwest-focused climate innovation convening bringing together founders, investors, corporate leaders, and ecosystem builders accelerating the future of climate tech and sustainability.
July 23
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Host your own climate event during the week. From panels to interactive workshops and tours, and we’ll help promote it.
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Co-create events across the week by contributing a space, service, or expertise.
Help bring the week to life. From outreach to day-of support, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
Volunteer
Support the week by sponsoring an event or contributing in other ways. We’ll work with you to find the right fit.
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Table at MOTF
Showcase your organization, product, art, or idea at Marketplace of the Future.
One of the best way for you to connect, learn, and take part across the week.
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