Chicago Climate Connect

About This Event:

Join Chicago Climate Connect for an evening of connection and conversation with Manuela Zoninsein, Founder & CEO of Kadeya, as we explore how reuse infrastructure can drive meaningful systems change.

From her work advancing closed-loop beverage solutions to her advocacy around Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy in Illinois, Manuela brings a sharp perspective on what it takes to shift industries toward circularity.

This event builds on last year’s fireside chat with Joanne Rodriguez (Mycocycle), continuing our series spotlighting women-led innovation in climate and sustainability.

As always, the event is free, open to all, and designed to spark connection across Chicago’s climate community.

When: August 20th, 6:00–8:00pm

Where: mHUB |1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612 (free parking available onsite)

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Events hosted by: Mackenzie Siren, Matt Pryor, Michael Boeke, and Sunil Mahadeshwar

About these events: Chicago Climate Connect is a 501(c)(3) grassroots initiative bringing together climate-minded Chicagoans to connect, collaborate, and take action. Our events are open, accessible, and locally focused - bridging specialized climate groups across sectors and the broader climate-minded Chicago community. Whether you work in climate, are exploring career opportunities, or want to support local solutions, you’re welcome here. We host in-person events across teh city that mix networking and structured programming, creating space for meaningful conversations and community-building.

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