Shifting Sands: Environmental Sustainability Summit

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Delawareans from all walks of life will convene to confront the pressing challenges of climate change and explore solutions.

Lighthouse Cove Event Center

<h3>Current Challenges, Future Solutions: Increasing Climate Resiliency in Delaware</h3><h3> </h3>(Agenda subject to change.) Delaware’s coastal communities are on the front lines of climate change. Rising sea levels, shifting weather patterns and environmental challenges are reshaping the landscape we call home. The need for action has never been more urgent.This daylong summit will bring together policy leaders, environmental advocates and local changemakers who are pioneering climate and energy strategies across the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Through thought-provoking discussions, practical insights and collaborative dialogue, we’ll explore how Delaware can adapt, innovate and take action for a more sustainable future."Shifting Sands" will be held in the Lighthouse Cove Event Center of the Hyatt Place Dewey Beach. Price of admission includes lunch. If you have any allergens, please email Marketing and Events Manager Elsa Kegelman at ekegelman@spotlightdelaware.org.

Agenda

Networking/Coffee

Learn how climate change is affecting Delaware’s ecosystems, economy and public health through expert insights and real-world examples from Delaware State Climatologist Kevin Brinson, Bethany Beach Mayor Ron Calef, and DNREC Climate and Sustainability Section Administrator Susan Love. 

Panel: Impact of Climate Change in the First State

Energize Delaware Deputy Director Suzanne Sebastian, Danielle Swallow from Delaware Sea Grant, and Lisa Swanger from the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays will discuss how to unlock your potential to drive change by discovering actionable steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint, make climate-resilient adaptations and inspire others in your community to take meaningful climate action.


Panel: Individual-Level Climate Action

Lunch

Join a discussion with Senator Stephanie Hansen, Chair of the Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee, and Greg Patterson, Secretary of Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, about upcoming policies that will impact Delaware’s approach to environmental sustainability.

Lunch Chat: Delaware Legislative & Executive Policies (2025)

Explore solutions for transitioning to renewable energy and improving energy efficiency to create a sustainable future for Delaware with Andrew Cottone of Aternium and Chris Bason, former Skipjack wind project leader. 

Panel: Energy Transition

Anne Therese Gennari, The Climate Optimist 

Keynote Address

Chat with fellow attendees and build connections with individuals advocating for climate action in their communities.

Happy Hour

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