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From the basement to the boardroom: how AI and energy transformation are redefining sustainable leadership

Where: 122 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011
When: September 25, 2025 | 3-5 p.m. EDT (followed by a networking reception)
Join us during New York Climate Week for an exclusive executive event exploring how AI, electrification and visionary leadership are transforming the built environment from corporate campuses to mission-critical data centers.

As AI, electrification and shifting business values redefine corporate strategy, sustainability is moving from the basement to the boardroom. Smart buildings are now central to this transformation, driving decarbonization, operational resilience and long-term value creation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore how sustainability strategies are evolving – no longer confined to the basement, but now shaping decisions in the boardroom.

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Panels that inspire: hear from sustainability leaders driving the change​

From the basement to the boardroom - A global CSO view on sustainable leadership​
Join leading global CSOs as they share how smart technologies and strategic energy initiatives are reshaping the role of sustainability from operational to boardroom influence.
The building spotlight – Powering the future of data centers, hosted by Accenture ​
New data center electricity demand is transforming how customers interact with the grid. This session will explore the technology innovation impacting on-site power systems. ​
From data to decisions – How AI is powering the sustainable building revolution, hosted by Johnson Controls
Building data is no longer a technical asset – it's a strategic driver of business and sustainability decisions. Hear directly from the organizations using AI to align building performance with enterprise strategy to deliver measurable impact.​

Peer-to-peer networking ​
Following the panels, join a network with fellow sustainability executives and thought leaders. A great opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and shape the future of sustainability leadership.​

Panels that inspire: hear from sustainability leaders driving the change

Katie McGinty
VP, Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer
Johnson Controls
Susan Uthayakumar
Managing Director, Chief Energy and Sustainability Officer
Prologis
Margaret Smith
Senior Managing Director & Executive Director, Corporate Services & Sustainability
Accenture
Melanie Nakagwa
Chief Sustainability Officer
Microsoft
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