Nature Conservation Forum for a Renewable Energy Future

The Nature Conservation Forum explores innovative solutions including renewable energy for protecting ecosystems and restoring biodiversity
About this Event

September 22, 2026

Nature Conservation Forum for a Renewable Energy Future

Date: September 22, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: 777 United Nations Plaza New York, NY

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The Nature Conservation Forum explores innovative solutions for protecting ecosystems, restoring biodiversity, promoting renewable energy, the electrification of cities and advancing sustainable land management. Bringing together conservation leaders, policymakers, scientists, renewable energy experts, investors, and nonprofit organizations, the session focuses on practical strategies that balance environmental stewardship with economic development while supporting resilient communities around the world.

Featured Speakers

• Dylan Welch – CEO, Welch International | Opening Welcome
• Emilie McGlone – Executive Director, Peace Boat US | Opening Welcome
• Jason Seedall – Director, Roosevelt Alliance | Keynote Welcome Presentation: Leadership & Public Policy
  
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  100 x 100 Island campaign
  Islands stand on the frontlines of climate and energy challenges, yet they have the power to lead with secure, stable and clean energy systems. This is the purpose of this campaign by Blue Planet Alliance together with Greening The Islands Foundation. The 100x100 Campaign supports islands to take political commitment before 2030, build a tailored roadmap, strengthen capacity and move from ambition to real implementation toward 100% renewables by 2045. It also brings together a community of supporters who contribute expertise, knowledge and capacity building to help committed islands succeed.
  
• Gianni Chianetta, CEO of Greening the Islands
• Henk Rogers – Founder, Blue Planet Alliance | Philanthropy, Renewable Energy & the 100 Islands, 100% Renewable Initiative
• Kneyone Murray – Blue Planet Alliance | Accelerating Island Sustainability Through the 100 Islands, 100% Renewable Campaign

Q/A Session with all Speakers