Melissa James
Terras New York 2026
The curated leadership evening
The Yale Club, New York
September 2026
Terras New York 2026 convenes sustainability and business leaders for bold conversations and strategic collaboration during NY Climate Week.
Terras New York 2026 at a glance
Terras New York 2026 is a one-evening leadership forum during NY Climate Week, gathering executives for candid conversation and exchange. The curated format enables meaningful dialogue without press, pitches, or presentations.
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Terras New York 2026 attendees and speakers
At Terras New York, you engage closely with sustainability leaders from Volkswagen, Estée Lauder, Rabobank, and more. During our gala dinner, you network with executives in a remarkable setting.
Why Terras New York is unique
Meaningful connections
Terras curates intimate gatherings that foster trust and dialogue between global sustainability leaders.
Practical insights
Terras delivers real-world solutions - covering AI, decarbonization & more - shared directly by decision-makers.
Business impact
Terras creates long-term value via strategic partnerships, measurable outcomes, & ROI-driving initiatives.
Network with C-level leaders at Terras New York
Companies including Starbucks, Rivian, Estée Lauder, Siemens, Breitling, and Vestas have been part of Terras events — and many continue to return across Tuscany, New York, and Lausanne.
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Terras New York 2026: At The Yale Club in Midtown
Terras New York takes place in the heart of Manhattan. The Yale Club is one of New York’s most prestigious venues, offering timeless elegance and a central location during NY Climate Week.
Who you’ll meet at Terras New York
Chief Sustainability Officers, Group Heads of Sustainability, and Directors of Sustainability from global brands, CEOs and Founders, Ministers of Environment, Vice Presidents, and public figures influencing climate policy worldwide.
Companies include leaders from Morgan Stanley, Volkswagen, Rivian, Microsoft, Siemens, Estée Lauder, Starbucks, and the Club of Rome.
What you’ll learn at Terras New York
Terras New York explores how business, finance, and public institutions navigate sustainability strategy, regulation, and climate action under scrutiny. Discussions cover ESG, responsible AI, and the evolving role of corporate leadership, alongside the growing influence of impact investors, sustainable finance, and how capital flows shape real-world outcomes.
Your Terras New York 2026 agenda
Terras New York 2026 is an official NY Climate Week side event, bringing together 80 sustainability leaders for an intimate evening of connection and climate leadership. Set within the historic Yale Club, the gathering offers a quiet, off-the-record space for meaningful dialogue during a packed NY Climate Week.
The agenda includes a welcome reception, keynotes and panels followed by a festive multi-course gala dinner.
Request your ticket
The Yale Club, Midtown New York
September, 2026
Join Terras New York for an evening of high-level networking, fine dining, and thought-provoking dialogue with global sustainability leaders during NY Climate Week.
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Terras New York
$1,450
Discounts available for startups, NGOs, and past Terras attendees.
- Full access to Terras New York
- Multi-course gala dinner menu with live music
- C-level networking in a closed-door setting
- No press, no pitches, just real conversations
- Tailored business matchmaking
- Off-the-record keynotes with top executives
- Strategic guest list, curated by invitation only
Feedback from Terras attendees
Terras New York brings the Terras philosophy to NY Climate Week — offering a rare moment of calm, connection, and relevance in the busiest week of the year.
"It was really an honor to be part of Terras. It gave us time to think and have important reflections and conversations."
Nancy Mahon
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Chief Sustainability Officer at Estée Lauder
“An exceptional experience for true connection and understanding with world-class leaders. I look forward to returning next year.”
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Michael Kobori
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Chief Sustainability Officer at Starbucks
“Three days of full immersion on climate and sustainability, panels under the Tuscan sun - you did an amazing job.”
Elena Morettini
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Global Head Sustainable Business, Globant
"Terras is unlike any other event — no name tags, no barriers — just meaningful, face-to-face conversations with world leaders."
Morten Dyrholm
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SVP Sustainability, Vestas
“I’ve never seen anything like this. Terras was a true home run.”
Gregg Meyer
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Chief Sustainability Officer at Steve Madden
"A life-changing experience. Thank you for choosing me to come. You changed me deeply.”
Kimber Flynn
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CEO at indiblu