Holy Cross students attended the third ClimaTech event on Tuesday, May 5, as well as a networking event on May 6 during Boston Climate Week, gaining exposure to the founders, investors, and operators building the next generation of climate solutions. This year’s event was especially meaningful, as it marked the first Boston Climate Week with Holy Cross sponsoring a table.
Holy Cross Students spent the day with Jordan Forester ’08 (pictured right), who left Wall Street to help climate tech founders in emerging markets. Jordan introduced them to members of the climate tech community and helped them engage with the event throughout the day.
Emma Hatem ’27 (pictured center left) and Sydney McDonald ’26 attended a full day of programming and networking, asking thoughtful questions during sessions, and learning more about career paths in the climate space. Highlights included meeting professionals across the ecosystem, including Carlos Araque, CEO of Quaise Energy, Supra Das of Electric Hydrogen and Isaac Salako (pictured left) of EcoGrid Electric, who came all the way from Nigeria with sponsorship from the Ciocca Center. Students also spoke with a representative from Clark University, which offers sustainability-focused programs and partners with Holy Cross on a pathway for graduate students.
The day included several sessions and a keynote from Governor Maura Healey, highlighting the role Massachusetts plays in climate leadership and innovation. Students left the event energized, with Emma stating that Climate Week is “the place to be.” Planning for next year’s event has already begun, and Emma hopes to help bring more Holy Cross students along for it.
Written by Trevor Woodworth