Climate Week NYC Recap Highlights, Part 1: Thinking Globally - CleanTechnica

The article provides a personal recap of Climate Week NYC, highlighting the vast scope of the event, which featured nearly a thousand official activities, making comprehensive coverage challenging. The author began with an international perspective by reflecting on experiences in Sweden, noting progress in mass transit and electric vehicles, though many buses and ferries still relied on biodiesel. This contrasted with the dominant role China now plays in clean technology development, raising questions about the competitiveness of European and US companies and the importance of international collaboration despite geopolitical tensions. Back in New York, the author observed a sense of discouragement among attendees due to the US political climate, particularly referencing former President Trump’s stance on climate change, which many feared could undermine global efforts. To reset this perspective, the author participated in a LEGO® Serious Play® workshop aimed at understanding and influencing stakeholders resistant to technological and trade disruptions, especially those tied to legacy industries. The workshop underscored the need for policies facilitating economic transition, retraining, and support to mitigate job losses