Sander Dolder, Senior Vice President of the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), dives into their unique structure and goals. NYCEDC was established in the 1990s to repurpose federal properties turned over to the city, including transforming Times Square and repurposing industrial sites.

Dolder discusses NYCEDC's efforts to diversify New York City's economy post-2008 recession, particularly focusing on climate transition and sustainable industries. He shares his journey from management consulting to his current role, driven by a passion for merging environmental justice work with the private sector.

The discussion also touches on the challenges and opportunities in public-private partnerships, particularly in the climate technology sector, where local government interaction is crucial. Dolder emphasizes the importance of bridging gaps in ecosystem, workforce development, and infrastructure to facilitate the adoption of sustainable practices and technologies in New York City. This episode is brought to you by VSC Ventures.

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