2026 Penn State Climate Symposium Registration Open

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium, a three-day event focused on advancing evidence-based strategies to address climate change impacts worldwide, with dedicated attention to challenges and solutions in Pennsylvania. The symposium will be held May 18-20 at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College.

Why it matters

The symposium will convene researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, students and community partners to examine how climate change is affecting communities and ecosystems throughout Pennsylvania and explore actionable solutions that strengthen resilience.

The details

Over three days, attendees will engage in keynote and plenary sessions featuring leading experts in climate science, policy and practice. Interactive breakout sessions will highlight interdisciplinary research and applied projects addressing public health, infrastructure, agriculture, artificial intelligence, water resources, biodiversity and community planning. A dedicated "Next Level Networking" session is designed to spark new collaborations across sectors.

• Registration is open now through March 31.
• The symposium will be held May 18-20, 2026.

What’s next

Early registration rates are available through March 31, with discounted options for students and reduced rates for participants from industry, government, academic and nonprofit organizations.