This half-day symposium will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and students to explore how policy and finance can drive climate solutions forward. Learn from experts in the field and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about making a positive impact on our planet. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the conversation and help shape a sustainable future! 

The panel discussions will focus on: 

• Advancing understanding of nature-based solutions in carbon sequestration 
• Highlighting relevant provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that will persist under the Trump administration. 
• Identifying best practices and policy approaches for fostering climate action in a challenging political environment.

Co-sponsored with the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy & Finance and the Climate Group. This event is in-person only at the SPIA-DC Office in Washington, D.C.

Registration required

Agenda

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Arrival & Registration

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | IRA Provisions to Carbon Markets: Climate Finance in Today's Environment

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM | Nature-Based Solutions as a Dual Solution to Development and Climate 

3:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Climate Policy and Finance Networking Hour