This year’s Summit will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the historic Richardson Hotel in Buffalo, NY. The 2025 theme, The Future We Build Today, invites us to explore what’s possible when bold sustainability goals are paired with practical, actionable strategies.

This year’s theme challenges us to think big, while staying grounded in action. The Future We Build Today encourages attendees to imagine bold, long-term possibilities for sustainability in our region, and to explore the tools, strategies, and partnerships needed to make that future a reality.

Summit sessions will highlight both visionary ideas and on-the-ground solutions, organized around two interconnected tracks:

Envisioning What’s Possible

What could WNY look like if we led with bold climate action and systemic change? This track highlights transformative ideas like breakthrough technologies, forward-thinking policies, and reimagined systems that illuminate a thriving, sustainable future.

Building the Future Today

What can we do now to turn vision into reality? This track centers on real-world strategies, tools, and case studies that help businesses integrate sustainability into their operations and make measurable progress today.

New for 2025: Pre-Summit Workshops

You asked for more opportunities to learn and take a deeper dive into key topics, and we listened. This year, we’re introducing optional pre-summit workshops to kick off your Summit experience. Running from 9:00–11:00 AM, these sessions offer a focused look at sustainability and leadership before the main program begins. Choose from two workshop options and take your Summit experience even further. Tickets are $40 for members and $50 for non-members.