It’s opening night at the University of Chicago. Ernest Moniz and Justin Worland examine how geopolitical upheaval is reshaping energy security, global markets, and the path to a clean energy transition. Tom Chi challenges us to imagine a future where humanity doesn’t simply reduce its impact, but becomes a net positive force for nature. And Tom Wilson and Valerie Jarrett explore why rebuilding trust across institutions and communities is foundational to meeting our shared climate goals.
Speakers:
- Tom Chi, Founding Partner, At One Ventures
- Greg Gershuny, Executive Director, Aspen Institute Energy and Environment Program
- Michael Greenstone, Founding Director, Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth
- Jinhee Kim, Executive Vice President, Public Events and Engagement, Aspen Institute
- Justin Worland, Senior Correspondent, TIME; EPIC Journalism Fellow
- Valerie Jarrett, CEO, The Obama Foundation
- Ernest Moniz, Founder and CEO, EFI Foundation
- Tom Wilson, Chair, President and CEO, The Allstate Corporation
This event took place at Aspen Ideas: Climate 2026.