Jay Koh

AuthenTec is a leading provider of mobile and network security. The Company's diverse product and technology offering helps protect individuals and organizations through secure networking, content and data protection, access control and strong fingerprint security on PCs and mobile devices. AuthenTec encryption technology, fingerprint sensors and identity management software are deployed by the leading mobile device, networking and computing companies, content and service providers, and governments worldwide. AuthenTec's products and technologies provide security on hundreds of millions of devices, and the Company has shipped more than 100 million fingerprint sensors for integration in a wide range of portable electronics including over 20 million mobile phones. Top tier customers include Alcatel-Lucent, Cisco, Fujitsu, HBO, HP, Lenovo, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Orange, Samsung, Sky, and Texas Instruments. Learn more at authentec.com or follow us on Twitter @authentecnews.

Canesta, Inc. has developed a revolutionary, low-cost electronic perception technology that enables everyday devices to “see.” Now, ordinary electronic devices such as videogame consoles gain the ability to understand and react to objects and individuals in their nearby surroundings in real time at extremely low cost, without the need for gloves or special handheld controllers. The company has achieved this innovation by reducing three-dimensional (“3D”) image sensing -- a core enabling capability -- to a single, low-cost chip which can be manufactured using a standard CMOS process. Canesta primarily focuses on two complementary markets: consumer electronics market for near-term rapid revenue growth and the automotive market for long-term stable profitability. Future opportunities exist in security, robotics, and other industries; the possibilities are endless. The Company is headquartered in Silicon Valley within walking distance from CalTrain.

Founded in 2016, The Lightsmith Group (Lightsmith) is a global investment platform focused on generating superior returns aligned with sustainable principles. Lightsmith’s focus is global alternative investing in accordance with environment, social and governance (ESG) standards, with an initial emphasis on climate finance and global growth markets. Headquartered in New York and San Francisco, Lightsmith’s partners have over 35 years of experience in private equity, venture capital and government, including over 15 years of experience in emerging markets, and particular expertise with public-private investments.

GARI seeks to bring together private and public sector investors, leaders and other stakeholders to discuss issues at the intersection of climate adaptation and resilience and investment with the objective of helping to assess, mobilize and catalyze action and investment.

Clean energy can power New York while protecting the environment. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, known as NYSERDA, promotes energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. These efforts are key to developing a less polluting and more reliable and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers. Collectively, NYSERDA’s efforts aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, accelerate economic growth, and reduce customer energy bills. NYSERDA works with stakeholders throughout New York including residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, university researchers, utility representatives, investors, and entrepreneurs. NYSERDA partners with them to develop, invest, and foster the conditions that: ✅ Attract the private sector capital investment needed expand New York’s clean energy economy ✅ Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York ✅ Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit from energy efficiency and renewable energy Governed by a 13-member Board, NYSERDA has provided objective information and analysis, technical expertise, and support in New York State since 1975. Our Vision: New York is a global climate leader building a healthier future with thriving communities; homes and businesses powered by clean energy; and economic opportunities accessible to all New Yorkers. Our Mission: Advance clean energy innovation and investments to combat climate change, improving the health, resiliency, and prosperity of New Yorkers and delivering benefits equitably to all. Our Promise: NYSERDA provides resources, expertise, and objective information so New Yorkers can make confident, informed energy decisions. Visit nyserda.ny.gov/careers to learn about career opportunities.

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is the worlds largest climate fund dedicated to helping developing countries take climate action. GCF helps developing countries limit or reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change. It seeks to promote a paradigm shift to low-emission and climate-resilient development, taking into account the needs of nations that are particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts. It was set up by the 194 countries who are parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2010, as part of the Convention’s financial mechanism. It aims to deliver equal amounts of funding to mitigation and adaptation, while being guided by UNFCCCs principles and provisions. When the Paris Agreement was reached in 2015, GCF was given an important role in serving the agreement and supporting the goal of keeping global temperature rise well below 2 degrees Celsius. Responding to the climate challenge requires collective action from all countries, including by both public and private sectors. Among these concerted efforts, advanced economies have agreed to jointly mobilize significant financial resources. Coming from a variety of sources, these resources address the pressing mitigation and adaptation needs of developing countries.