Billie Eilish received support from her mother, Maggie Baird, at the singer’s Overheated climate change conference in Atlanta. The event, aimed at raising awareness about climate issues, showcased Eilish’s commitment to environmental activism, with her mother by her side, reinforcing their shared dedication to this important cause.
On Sunday, the 23-year-old singer, who recently hosted a star-studded Halloween bash, organized the Overheated climate change conference in collaboration with her mother’s organization, Support + Feed. The event aimed to raise awareness about sustainability and environmental issues and took place at the renowned State Farm Arena.
The conference featured notable activists, including Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Jasmine Crowe Houston, Wawa Gatheru, and Robin Okunowu, and focused on bringing together leaders to provide solutions and resources to combat the climate crisis. The event commenced at 10 a.m. and concluded at 4 p.m. ET, with only 300 tickets available to the public. It was also livestreamed on the Wildflower singer’s website, allowing broader access to the discussions and initiatives presented.
Maggie Baird expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, “I am thrilled that we can bring this unique event to Billie’s US fans and to people from all over who can watch the livestream. At this time, more than ever, we need everyone to be a climate activist.”
The conference featured a variety of panels, including Environmental Justice 101, The Stories We Tell, What We Eat Matters, Fashion Your Future, Climate Optimism, and Your Vote, Your Power. According to a press release, the event emphasized “accessible actions for audience members to take in making a positive impact on their communities and the planet.” Additionally, this year’s conference highlighted the significance of political actions that promote climate solutions.
This year’s panelists and special guests included a diverse group of climate advocates such as Saad Amer, Corinea Austin, Xiye Bastida, Daniel Blackman, Brea Baker, Abre’ Conner, Quintin Crumpler, Helena Gualinga, Isaias Hernandez, Jamila Norman, Samata Pattinson, Maya Penn, and Angela Watts. Detailed information regarding the panelists and speakers’ backgrounds was made available on the Overheated website.
In collaboration with her mother’s organization, Support + Feed, the conference provided plant-based meals for attendees. The inaugural Overheated climate sustainability conference took place in London in 2022.
Support + Feed, founded in March 2020 by the 65-year-old mother of two, aims to enhance food security and mitigate climate change by making plant-based food more accessible and in demand worldwide. According to Support + Feed’s LinkedIn, the organization has a presence in 11 anchor cities across the U.S. and has reached 41 cities globally, with plans for expansion through partnerships in the EU, UK, and Australia.
