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What is Florida Climate Week?

As Florida confronts the growing impacts of extreme heat, stronger storms, rising seas and more, the call to strengthen our resilience has never been more urgent. Florida Climate Week (FCW) offers a moment for communities across the state to come together as one team. 

This free, statewide week of climate action takes place annually in October. Unlike a traditional conference, FCW is a community-powered initiative with dozens of independent events happening simultaneously across the state. Virtual events are hosted throughout the week on Whova, FCW’s official event app and web platform, while in-person events take place across South, Southwest, Central, Northeast, and North Florida.  

VoLo Foundation is pleased to invite nonprofits, universities, community organizations and engaged citizens committed to preserving Florida’s natural resources and promoting responsible stewardship to apply to host their own events. This year’s FCW will spotlight local solutions and community efforts across areas including health, conservation, economics, water, agriculture, transportation, energy, waste management, biodiversity, industry, policy, climate resilience and beyond.  

Best of all, FCW is free and open to all who’d like to attend. Registration will open in September 2026. Follow along for updates. 

About VoLo Foundation

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit private family foundation, VoLo exists to educate the public to create a sustainable and secure planet for future generations. 
 
Thais Lopez Vogel co-founded VoLo Foundation in 2014 with the belief that developing and sharing knowledge through facts and data accelerates positive global change. VoLo Foundation does not seek public donations. 
 
To learn more about VoLo Foundation, visit https://volofoundation.org/

FAQs

About the Event
Who should attend?

Florida Climate Week is free and open to all. We welcome anyone interested in climate action, including students, professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, activists, and community members. 

All virtual sessions will be recorded and made available on VoLo Foundation’s YouTube channel after the event, so you can watch anything you missed at your own pace. 

Yes. FCW includes programming specifically for K–12 students, college students, and young professionals, including career panels, youth-led forums, science demonstrations, and climate justice workshops. Schools and universities are encouraged to integrate FCW programming into coursework. 

When the full schedule is released in September 2026, you’ll be able to browse and filter events by location on the FCW website.  

Yes. All virtual sessions on Whova are open to anyone, regardless of location. In-person events are held across Florida and are open to out-of-state visitors as well. 

Do I need to register in advance?

Yes, registration for virtual events will open in September 2026. In-person events require separate registration. Refer to each event’s listing when the lineup is released in September 2026. 

All virtual sessions are completely free. Select in-person events may charge a small attendance fee, so refer to each event listing for more details. 

Please note: any fees associated with in-person events are collected and retained solely by the event host, not VoLo Foundation. 

Virtual events are hosted on Whova, accessible via its web or mobile app. In-person events take place in cities across South, Southwest, Central, Northeast, and North Florida.  

Yes. There’s no limit to how many events you can attend. Your free Whova registration covers all virtual sessions, while in-person events each have their own registration. 

What is Whova and how do I use it?

Whova is FCW’s official event platform for all virtual programming. You can access it through a free app on your phone or the Whova website. Once registered, you’ll be able to browse sessions, join live or pre-recorded events, and connect with other attendees. The platform remains open for 90 days after the event concludes, so you can continue exploring and networking long after the event ends. 

Whova includes built-in networking features that let you browse attendee profiles, send messages, and join community discussions throughout the week. In-person events also provide natural opportunities to meet fellow participants, speakers, and local organizations. 

First, make sure you’re logged into Whova with the same email you used to register. If you continue to experience issues, contact the FCW team or visit Whova’s help center for technical support. 

Sign up for the VoLo Foundation’s mailing list, follow @volofoundation on social media, and check the FCW website regularly.