Energy and Climate Conference 2026: Powering a Resilient Future

2026-11-08 · 08:30:00 · Boston

Klarman Hall

Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02163

Held at Klarman Hall in Boston, this full-day student-run conference explores energy resilience and climate action through keynote addresses, expert panels, and a startup pitch competition.

Powering a Resilient Future: Innovation, Security and Action, a student-run conference at HBS

Join us for a thoughtful and dynamic day of programming exploring the future of energy resilience and climate action. As the world confronts intensifying climate risks and evolving energy security challenges, this conference brings together leading voices from industry, policy, academia, and venture capital to examine how innovation and action intersect to build a more resilient future.

Through a mix of keynote conversations, expert panels, and pitch competition, attendees will dig into the pressing questions shaping the energy and climate landscape today, from grid resilience and clean energy innovation to the policy and security dynamics redefining the sector. The pitch competition will spotlight standout climate tech startups, giving founders the stage to showcase bold solutions in front of investors, industry leaders, and peers. Don't miss the chance to see what's next in climate innovation.

Whether you're a student, founder, investor, or industry professional, this is a chance to connect with a community committed to driving meaningful progress on some of the most urgent challenges of our time.

Schedule: Our morning keynote speaker is Lord Browne, Chairman and Co-founder of BeyondNetZero, and former CEO of BP and afternoon keynote speaker is Rick Needham, CCO of Commonwealth Fusion Systems.

Panel Events will be around the following topics and speakers (speakers will be add

Founder brief

Who should attend

Climate tech entrepreneurs seeking visibility will find relevant discussions on grid resilience and clean energy. Founders aiming to raise capital or build relationships across energy security, policy, and venture capital should plan to attend, especially those eager to enter the pitch competition.

What happens

Programming kicks off at 08:30 on November 8, 2026. The agenda features morning keynote speaker Lord Browne, Chairman and Co-founder of BeyondNetZero, alongside afternoon keynote speaker Rick Needham, CCO of Commonwealth Fusion Systems. Expert panel discussions and a dedicated pitch competition fill out the schedule.

Who's in the room

Attendees comprise climate tech founders, venture capitalists, industry professionals, students, and academics. The gathering is organized by the Energy & Environment Club, a student club at Harvard Business School, drawing participants interested in commercial climate solutions and sector policy.

How to prepare

Refine a concise pitch that highlights how your technology addresses climate risks and security challenges. If participating in the pitch contest, focus your presentation on measurable operational milestones and unit economics to stand out directly to watching investors and sector leaders.

Organizer: Energy & Environment Club - A Student Club at Harvard Business School

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At a glance

Tickets
32.5 – 53.5 USD
Theme
Powering a Resilient Future: Innovation, Security and Action
Refunds
No refunds
Sectors
Climate energy

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