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2025 Climate Summit at the Cape May Point Science & Arts Center

Events

On June 20th-22nd, The Climate Institute will host its inaugural Climate Summit—an inclusive gathering for scientists, policymakers, and the public. Saturday, June 21st will feature presentations on the latest climate science and research, a solutions showcase highlighting adaptation and mitigation strategies, and opportunities for networking and collaboration to drive actionable solutions.

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From the Commissioner’s Desk: Regulations and Planning to Build Resilience in New Jersey (Virtual)

Events

Join Rebuild by Design and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette in a discussion on New Jersey’s unique regulatory framework and planning strategies to help local communities adapt to the growing challenges of flooding, storms, and rising sea levels. A moderated Q&A session will give attendees the chance to engage directly, followed

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Making It Rainproof: Reimagining New Jersey’s Water Infrastructure (Virtual)

Events

Making it Rainproof: Reimagining New Jersey’s Water Infrastructure will bring together experts and advocates for a dynamic virtual discussion on the future of stormwater management in the state. The event will begin with an overview of New Jersey’s climate risks, new 2024 findings, and a look at how Rainproof NYC strategies could be adapted locally.

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Atlas of Accountability: County-Level Federal Disaster Declarations (2011-2024)

Research & Policy, Updates

Between 2011 and 2024, 99.5% of congressional districts experienced at least one federally declared major disaster due to extreme weather, affecting communities across political, urban-rural, and socioeconomic lines. These events, fueled by climate change, cost taxpayers $117.9 billion in federal relief—$72.7 billion from FEMA for hazard mitigation (HM) and public assistance (PA), as well as $45.2 billion

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