

"Who is in the Room?" / Shaping the Future of Climate Tech in NC
To build a strong, resilient climate tech ecosystem in NC, we need density of trust.
This facilitated lunch is designed to spark real connection from the start. Through guided conversations and small group exchanges, founders and ecosystem leaders will quickly get to know each other, surface shared priorities, and identify where collaboration can happen now—not months from now.
Expect a dynamic, come-and-go friendly format that meets the moment: people arriving, grabbing lunch, and jumping into conversations that actually matter.
Noa Ronen, MCC, MBA, is back to partner with Carolina Climate, bringing her peer-to-peer ripple approach that connects people, resources, and ideas well beyond the room.
Come ready to connect!
Location
NCSU Plant Sciences Initiative
840 Oval Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Parking
Partners Way Parking Deck
851 Partners Way, Raleigh, NC 27606
Free after 5:00 PM and all weekend
Questions?
This session is part of Raleigh-Durham Startup Week. Click here to learn more about the event, plus get answers to your FAQs.
About Carolina Climate
Carolina Climate is a founder-led initiative building the climate tech ecosystem across the Triangle and North Carolina—connecting founders, funders, and partners to strengthen community, increase visibility, and position the region as a leader in climate innovation.
Lunch Supporter: E2
E2 is a national network of 11,000 executives, investors, and other business voices who advocate for state and federal policies to unlock the potential of cleantech and climate solutions. E2 has had a presence in North Carolina since 2020 and has a network of over 1,200 business voices in the state.
Track Supporter: City of Raleigh
Climate Tech Day at #RDSW26 is made possible by an Impact Partner Grant from the City of Raleigh.