The International Energy Agency projected that by 2030, around 30 percent of all cars on the road are expected to be battery-powered electric vehicle. As EV production scales the greatest challenge continues to be driving range and lowering cost. This roundtable discussion will explore battery solutions, value chain integration, and infrastructure and charging developments.

Consumers are demanding EVs with longer ranges, particularly when EV infrastructure is not where it needs to be. To deliver vehicles with long range there are a number of considerations from battery type and cost to safety and efficiencies. As OEMs want to shift the conversation with consumers away from “range” and toward “efficiency” we will explore and analyse the considerations needed when strategizing ‘Range VS Cost’

Under Chatham House-rules, join 20 top executives to participate in curated discussions to gain frank peer insights, develop meaningful connections and collectively shape the narrative in a time of global uncertainty

Strategic pivot: Analyze how focus on natural capital signals a fundamental shift in investment strategies, exploring the implications for traditional carbon markets and the emergence of new asset classes

Quantifying natural capital: Examine the evolving methodologies for valuing natural capital, including biodiversity credits, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem services.

Navigating the ethical complexities: Delve into the ethical dimensions of natural capital finance, addressing the importance of robust governance frameworks and stakeholder engagement in ensuring that natural capital markets contribute to sustainable and inclusive development.

Federal R&D and climate innovation: Examine the critical link between U.S. federal research and development budget and the nation's capacity to drive climate-related innovation

Public-Private partnerships and climate solutions: Investigate the role of collaborative efforts in driving innovation in areas such as renewable energy, carbon capture, and sustainable materials, emphasizing the need for efficient pathways from scientific discovery to real-world application.

Strategic implications and global competitiveness: Discuss the strategic imperative of sustained federal funding for scientific research in shaping international climate policy and technological standards, and the consequences of failing to prioritize this investment in a climate-charged world.

Speakers: Ann Tracy, Chief Sustainability Officer, Colgate-Palmolive; Katie Aittola, SVP of Enterprise Strategy & Chief Risk Officer, Duke Energy

*Please note that attendance for Reuters@ Climate Week NYC is exclusively for senior executives, board-level directors, equivalent roles, policymakers, key influencers, and academics.