Trellis Impact 25: Uniting Sustainability Leaders for Climate, Nature & Finance Solutions
Sustainability at a Crossroads: Trellis Group Launches Trellis Impact 25
The sustainability field is currently navigating a unique intersection of political, economic, social, technological, and environmental pressures that are reshaping the landscape and calling for a more integrated and innovative approach to collaboration and event programming. In response, Trellis Group (formerly GreenBiz Group) is introducing Trellis Impact 25—a landmark event uniting three influential conferences under one roof to drive forward-thinking solutions for today’s most pressing planetary challenges.
Taking place October 28–30, 2025, at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, CA, Trellis Impact 25 brings together VERGE, Bloom, and GreenFin, providing attendees with access to three dynamic communities and programs in a single, streamlined experience.
The sustainability field is currently navigating a unique intersection of political, economic, social, technological, and environmental pressures that are reshaping the landscape and calling for a more integrated and innovative approach to collaboration and event programming. In response, Trellis Group (formerly GreenBiz Group) is introducing Trellis Impact 25—a landmark event uniting three influential conferences under one roof to drive forward-thinking solutions for today’s most pressing planetary challenges.
Taking place October 28–30, 2025, at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, CA, Trellis Impact 25 brings together VERGE, Bloom, and GreenFin, providing attendees with access to three dynamic communities and programs in a single, streamlined experience.
- VERGE supports professionals working to decarbonize and future-proof businesses and supply chains through cutting-edge climate technologies.
- Bloom brings together visionaries and leaders advancing tools, strategies, and collaborations aimed at restoring and safeguarding nature.
- GreenFin focuses on leveraging finance and investment to facilitate the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable economy.
Eric Faurot, CEO of Trellis Group, explains: “We believe that tackling sustainability challenges in a unified, collaborative way can deliver more impactful outcomes. By aligning these efforts, we can foster new synergies and open doors to business opportunities that accelerate progress.”
Celebrating nearly 25 years of leadership in sustainability events and media, Trellis Group has consistently been at the forefront of the sector. While sustainability has endured cycles of disruption and transformation, the present moment presents unique challenges—ranging from economic pressures and layoffs to the fragmented nature of many current events. Trellis Impact 25 aims to offer a cohesive, efficient solution by consolidating essential conversations around decarbonization, biodiversity, climate tech, and green finance into one integrated platform.
The agenda will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including:
Celebrating nearly 25 years of leadership in sustainability events and media, Trellis Group has consistently been at the forefront of the sector. While sustainability has endured cycles of disruption and transformation, the present moment presents unique challenges—ranging from economic pressures and layoffs to the fragmented nature of many current events. Trellis Impact 25 aims to offer a cohesive, efficient solution by consolidating essential conversations around decarbonization, biodiversity, climate tech, and green finance into one integrated platform.
The agenda will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including:
- Carbon Management
- Clean Energy Deployment
- Industrial Decarbonization
- Sustainable Transport
- Startups and Innovation
- Nature-Positive Strategies
- Regenerative Agriculture and Forestry
- Nature Finance and Data
- Climate-Aligned Investment
- Corporate Disclosure and Transition Planning
According to Ted Kowalski of the Walton Family Foundation, “Bringing together diverse voices—from nonprofit grantees to corporate partners—is key to solving complex environmental issues. Trellis Impact 25 offers a strategic opportunity to support those efforts.”
The event is already backed by over a dozen influential partners, including Amazon, L'Oréal, Target, Constellation Energy, US Bank, CEBA, WBCSD, Ceres, CDP, and others. Attendees will benefit from in-depth, actionable programming and the chance to connect with a wide array of professionals—from corporate executives to NGOs and technology providers—across all three event tracks.
Jenny Morgan, Senior Market Development Manager at Tradewater, praised the initiative, saying: “This is a smart move that supports unity within the climate community. It's encouraging to see space being created for inclusive dialogue and impactful partnerships.”
Those interested in participating can find more details on the Trellis Impact 25 website. Opportunities for sponsorships, speaking engagements, and media coverage are currently open. Speaker proposals for VERGE, Bloom, and GreenFin are being accepted through May 9, and press passes are available for select media representatives.
For inquiries, contact Natalie Rasmus at natalie@trellis.net or Amelia Marinai at amelia@trellis.net .
The event is already backed by over a dozen influential partners, including Amazon, L'Oréal, Target, Constellation Energy, US Bank, CEBA, WBCSD, Ceres, CDP, and others. Attendees will benefit from in-depth, actionable programming and the chance to connect with a wide array of professionals—from corporate executives to NGOs and technology providers—across all three event tracks.
Jenny Morgan, Senior Market Development Manager at Tradewater, praised the initiative, saying: “This is a smart move that supports unity within the climate community. It's encouraging to see space being created for inclusive dialogue and impactful partnerships.”
Those interested in participating can find more details on the Trellis Impact 25 website. Opportunities for sponsorships, speaking engagements, and media coverage are currently open. Speaker proposals for VERGE, Bloom, and GreenFin are being accepted through May 9, and press passes are available for select media representatives.
For inquiries, contact Natalie Rasmus at natalie@trellis.net or Amelia Marinai at amelia@trellis.net .
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