Blue Planet Alliance at
Climate Week NYC
Our Mission
The mission of Blue Planet Alliance is to get islands and countries around the world to legislatively mandate a commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2045. We work with governments, organizations, businesses, and individuals to help grow a global movement aimed at reducing the negative impact on the planet, thus aligning human behavior more in harmony with nature.
Let’s Connect!
Where We’ll Be At Climate Week NYC
Climate Talks and Celebration
Friday, September 25, 2026
5:00 - 11:30 PM
Lavan Midtown New York
641 W 42nd St., New York City
Blue Planet Alliance will host various events during the 2026 Climate Week in New York City, the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 900 events and activities across the city – in person, hybrid, and online. Each year, business leaders, political change makers, local decision takers, and civil society representatives of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the world, gather to drive the transition, speed up progress, and champion change that is already happening. Join us in a series of events to create partnerships towards ocean and climate action, promoting an inclusive and sustainable future for all. Join us for this invite-only event below.
The Climate Impact Talks, hosted by Blue Planet Alliance, will be held at Lavan Midtown New York, featuring experts from various sectors discussing the urgent challenges of climate change. Presentations will cover the latest research, innovative solutions, and actionable steps for a sustainable future, with contributions from UN partners, government representatives, private sector leaders, and youth advocates.
The event will conclude with a cocktail reception, with live musical performances and DJs, offering networking opportunities and further inspiration for collective climate action. The discussions will also emphasize the importance of cross-sector collaboration in addressing global climate challenges.
*RSVP required. If you attend Climate Impact Talks, you do not need to register for the After Party separately, all one ticket!
Access Code: BPA@CW2026
5:00pm
* Community Strategic Partnership Panel
* Youth Empowerment Panel
* Welcoming New Community Partners
6:00pm
* Presentation by Peace Boat US
* 100x100 Campaign and Island Strategy Progress
* Fireside Chat by Henk Rogers and Island Leaders
* Hawaii Youth Presentation
8:00pm
* Performance by Kenji Williams - Dynamic blending of music, movement, and cultural storytelling to create an immersive experience.
* Jazz Music by Greg the Jazz Guy — Smooth, soulful jazz that sets the perfect mood for any occasion.
* Eli Goldstein – The Soul Clap — High-energy, soulful music that gets everyone moving and sets the perfect vibe.
* Caribbean DJ Steph One Army — Bringing vibrant Caribbean beats, island rhythms, and nonstop energy to the dance floor.
Climate Talks After Party
Friday, September 25, 2026
9:00 - 11:30 PM
Lavan Midtown New York
641 W 42nd St., New York City
The week of climate action doesn’t end when the talks do — we’re bringing everyone together for one final night of celebration!
Join Blue Planet Alliance for the Climate Talks After Party as we close out an incredible week of climate conversations, collaboration, and action in New York City.
From the Pacific to the Caribbean and beyond, this is a night to bring together the people, partners, changemakers, and friends who make the climate community so special. Come connect, celebrate, dance, and toast to the work we’re continuing around the world.
🎟️ FREE ENTRY — use the event access code to join us.
🍹 Drinks will be available for purchase at the venue.
🔞 21+ to be served alcohol. Valid ID required.
Come dressed to celebrate, bring your friends, meet people from islands and communities around the world, and close out Climate Week with us on the dance floor!
One planet. One community. One night to celebrate. 🌎💃🏽🌴
*RSVP required
Access Code: BPACW2026
Sailing for the UN Ocean Decade: Peace Boat partnerships for SDG14
Monday, September 21
10:00-11:30 am
777 United Nations Plaza, 2nd floor Conference room
RSVP: https://Sailing-for-UN-Ocean-Decade.eventbrite.com
We invite you to join us for this important event during the United Nations General Assembly to highlight the role of youth engagement for the UN Ocean Decade as we work towards a more sustainable future for our shared ocean.
Peace Boat US is proud to be a recognized contributor to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development through our Youth for the SDGs programs and other ocean-related initiatives.
Access Link: YOUTH4SDGS
Nature Conservation Forum for a Renewable Energy Future
Tuesday, September 22
10:00-11:30 am
777 United Nations Plaza, New York City
RSVP: https://Land-Nature-Conservation-Forum.eventbrite.com
The Nature Conservation Forum explores innovative solutions for protecting ecosystems, restoring biodiversity, promoting renewable energy, the electrification of cities and advancing sustainable land management. Bringing together conservation leaders, policymakers, scientists, renewable energy experts, investors, and nonprofit organizations, the session focuses on practical strategies that balance environmental stewardship with economic development while supporting resilient communities around the world.
Featured Speakers
Dylan Welch – CEO, Welch International | Opening Welcome
Emilie McGlone – Executive Director, Peace Boat US | Opening Welcome
Jason Seedall – Director, Roosevelt Alliance | Keynote Welcome Presentation: Leadership & Public Policy
Henk Rogers – Founder, Blue Planet Alliance | Philanthropy, Renewable Energy & the 100 Islands, 100% Renewable Initiative
Gianni Chianetta – CEO of Greening the Islands
Kneyone Murray – Blue Planet Alliance | Accelerating Island Sustainability Through the 100 Islands, 100% Renewable Campaign
Access Code: PEACEBOAT-ENERGY
New York Innovation Forum Networking Reception
Monday, September 21
7:00-10:00 pm
Bar Lola, New York City
The evening networking reception provides a unique opportunity for speakers, UN delegates, government leaders, sponsors, investors, entrepreneurs, and invited guests to continue conversations in a more informal setting. Designed to encourage authentic relationship building, the reception brings together leaders from across industries to develop new partnerships and collaborations towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals during one of the world's most influential weeks for international engagement.
Access Code: BLUEPLANET-GUEST
Catch us at these events!
GREENPRINT: The Creative Youth Climate Exchange, a hands-on space for young people to connect, create and turn ideas into action. You'll hear from young leaders already doing the work, meet other young people from different countries and communities, and then jump into a collaborative ideation session where you'll build and pitch your own response to a real climate or environmental challenge.
Join us in building solutions, investing in ideas, and shaping the Caribbean's climate future. Let's make a difference together!
What We Do
Blue Planet Alliance (BPA) is working to end the use of carbon-based fuel.
If that sounds improbable, consider that our founder, Henk Rogers, led the movement that made Hawaii the first U.S. state to enact legislation mandating a transition to 100% renewable energy by 2045.
And now, through our flagship Fellowship Program, we’re bringing islands from all over the world to Hawaii, to share how we did it — and how other islands can do it, too.
We've brought 53 islands to date to Hawaii (and 19 of those 53 have pledged to go 100% by 2045 or sooner), and in just a few weeks, we’re bringing another nine. Our seventh cohort in October will see another 10 islands go through our Fellowship program.
Interested in applying to be a Fellow? We’re looking for participants who:
work for a power utility, or
work in the legislative or regulatory sector, or
lead a community program or initiative
Our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Partnerships program brings together like-minded organizations all over the world, organizations that — like us — keep the future health of the planet at the forefront of their own work.
By signing a non-binding MOU, partners publicly commit to collaborating with us to advance environmental sustainability and accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. These partnerships help amplify our collective impact and grow a global movement for a cleaner, more resilient future.
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