Cross-Sector Climate Leadership for a Low-Carbon City
This session will explore the critical role of think tanks, city agencies, the private sector, and nonprofits in helping San Francisco achieve its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets. Panelists will discuss strategies for leveraging partnerships, advancing policy solutions, and implementing innovative sustainability initiatives that reduce emissions while promoting economic and environmental equity. Attendees will be briefed on San Francisco’s Climate Action Plan and participate in providing feedback on how public and private stakeholders can work together to accelerate San Francisco’s transition to a low-carbon future.
Speakers
Tyrone Jue - San Francisco Environment Department Director
Kirin Kumar - Director for Climate and Disaster Resilience, Northern California Grantmakers
Sam Fishman - Sustainability and Resilience Policy Manager, SPUR
Richard Hannum, AIA, LEED AP Founding Partner Forge Development