ESG Unplugged: The Good, The Bad, and The Money
Welcome to ESG Unplugged: a curated, off-the-record salon during NYC Climate Week for the people shaping the future of sustainable business. This is not a conference. There are no panels, no lectures, and no sales pitches—just honest, candid conversation.
We’re gathering private equity and institutional investors, sustainability tech founders, corporate operators, policy influencers, and emerging talent to pull back the curtain on what’s actually working, what’s failing, and where the real value is being created.
Held at Casino NYC, the evening blends a Williamsburg-meets-Wall-Street vibe with open conversation, small discussion circles, and a simple prompt to kickstart dialogue:
“Hi, I’m [Name]. So… what’s your take on the Good, the Bad, and the Money in ESG right now?”
Use it as an icebreaker, a laugh, and a direct line into the unfiltered dialogue you can't find at formal conferences. Let it lead you into conversations that matter.
The Vibe
Open bar and light bites
A casual, social setting where suits meet creatives
Zero presentations, grandstanding, or pitches
Conversations driven by curiosity and real-world experience
Discussion Topics
Circles will form naturally around themes like:
Tech & Innovation: AI, automation, and platforms closing the ESG implementation gap
Policy & Governance: Navigating new regulations and the future of global frameworks
Market & Metrics: Cutting through the noise on risk, return, and real-world value
On the Ground: The hidden wins, brutal realities, and social impact of implementation
Discussions are informal, dynamic, and peer-led. Come ready to share your insights, learn from others, and connect with a diverse group of decision-makers and builders.
Who Will Be Attending
The builders, investors, and influencers shaping the future of sustainable business. Think ESG leads from PE/VC/IBK, founders of breakthrough climate tech, sustainability-focused corporate operators, policy reformers and academics, narrative strategists and comms leads, and a select group of next-gen talent.
Past events included leaders from firms like KKR, Accenture, and TD Bank — and this is the kind of network you’ll meet at ESG Unplugged
Capacity is limited. RSVP is required. What's said here, stays here—this event is entirely off-the-record.