Join Activate during San Francisco Climate Week 2025

Saturday, April 19th

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Attend the free Home Electrification Fair on April 19 in Berkeley for guidance on switching to electric and available rebates.

Tuesday, April 22nd

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM​

Dive into the future of ocean technology with the Bay Area’s Blue Tech innovators for drinks, light bites, a technology showcase, a jazz band, and stunning views of the City. The ocean covers 70 percent of our planet, and the sector is ripe for disruption.

Wednesday, April 23

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

See Antora Energy's carbon graphite battery manufacturing for heat decarbonization in San Jose, invite-only with NDAs.

Wednesday, April 23

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

A short panel with industry leaders, discussing innovative solutions to growing energy demands and how a collaborative approach between corporates, startups, venture investors and infra investors will unblock the massive data center opportunity in front of us.  

Wednesday, April 23

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

A dynamic panel and networking event bringing together stakeholders across the EV industry to discuss the current state of the industry, hurdles and opportunities. Featuring perspectives from every link in the value chain from critical minerals to advanced manufacturing to EV product to EV charging to EV aftermarket.

Thursday, April 24

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

The first pitch competition in the United States dedicated specifically to women-led startups in cleantech and sustainability. An annual showcase featuring 10 incredible women leading Seed to Series A companies, providing them with a platform to gain visibility, mentorship, and funding opportunities.

Thursday, April 24th

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

See Takachar’s biochar production prototype on an actual farm near Novato! The Takachar reactor enables mobile, on-site conversion of crop and forest residues directly into carbon-negative biochar, thereby eliminating the logistical costs (and carbon emission penalties) associated with hauling loose, wet, and bulky biomass residues over long distances for centralized conversion. Pre-registration required for the tour.

Thursday, April 24

3:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Learn about the latest research and solutions in climate resilience at an event hosted by friends of Activate, GARI, DBL Partners, and Tailwind. Leila Madrone, Activate's Executive-in-Residence, will join a panel discussion about "​Innovation in the Trenches.”

Thursday, April 24

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Join Fervo Energy for a discussion on how Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) are powering California's clean energy transition. Fervo team members will explain how EGS differs from traditional geothermal, discuss Fervo Energy's latest technological advancements, and share exciting updates about Fervo's 500MW Project Cape—set to deliver clean energy to California's grid next year.

Thursday, April 24

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Join for a dynamic panel and networking mixer with innovative startups, investors, nonprofits, and policymakers tackling the key challenges of electrification—from heat pumps to EV charging—without costly retrofits or infrastructure headaches.

Thursday, April 24

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Celebrate the art and science of creating a hopeful climate future! Choose your own adventure with our illuminating programs, from artworks that embody changes in the natural world, to demos of transformative climate technology.