Think and Do: The Future of Climate Solutions

Join the KIETS Climate Leaders Program on Oct. 7-8 for our 5th annual fall symposium, Think and Do: The Future of Climate Solutions.

This two-day event brings together students, faculty, industry partners, leading experts and community members to highlight interdisciplinary collaboration and transform research into real-world impact. Together, we’ll explore the future of climate solutions across four core themes:

• Climate Science Data: Translating research, data and modeling into actionable strategies for resilience
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Launching climate-tech ventures, piloting market-driven ideas, and exploring opportunities
• Buildings: Transforming green infrastructure, resilient design, and energy efficiency in the built environment
• Textiles: Reimagining circular fashion, bio-based materials and sustainable manufacturing processes

The symposium’s sponsor is the Climate and Sustainability Academy. Thanks to the generous support from the  Kenan Institute for Engineering, Technology & Science, NC State University’s Sustainability Fund and the R.L. Rabb Science and Society Symposia Endowment, there is no cost to attend the Fall Symposium.

Join us for engaging speakers, panel discussions, networking opportunities, the Innovation Showcase and the new Student Poster Contest. Here is how you can participate:

• Register to attend the symposium.
• Complete our registration form to do one or more of the following:
  • Host a table at the Innovation Showcase on Wednesday, Oct. 7, between 5:15 and 7 p.m.
  • Attend the Climate Communications Workshop on Thursday, Oct. 8, between 9 and 10:30 a.m.
  • Present at the poster contest on Thursday, Oct. 8, between 5:15 and 7 p.m.