Conference: “Adapting Our City for Climate Change”
Norwich, The Forum, Millennium Plain Norwich NR2 1BH
3rd October 2024
Booking fee includes lunch and refreshments
We are thrilled to announce that Triple Bottom Line Accounting is the main sponsor of the upcoming “Adapting Our City for Climate Change” conference, organized by The Norwich Society. This event, taking place on October 3rd at The Forum in Norwich, is a crucial gathering for businesses and citizens alike, focusing on practical solutions to one of the most pressing challenges of our time: climate change.
Come and listen to influential voices such as Saul Humphrey, Asher Minns, and Nova Fairbank, who will be sharing their insights on how we can reshape our built environment for a sustainable future. This is an incredible opportunity for the community to come together, learn, and collaborate on creating a greener, more resilient city.
Why should you attend? Beyond the inspiring talks and invaluable networking, this conference is a chance to be part of the movement that will shape the future of Norwich. Whether you’re a business leader or a concerned citizen, your involvement is vital.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make a lasting impact on our city’s future.
CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
9:30 Registration, refreshments and opportunity to view the exhibition
10:30 Welcome – Jon Boon RIBA, Chair of Norwich Society
10:35 Opening address – Mike Stonard, Leader, Norwich City Council: Norwich 2040 City Vision
10:50 Key note speech – Asher Minns, Director, Tyndall Centre, UEA: Overview of climate change and its impact on Norwich
11:20 Nova Fairbank, Chief Executive, Norfolk Chambers of Commerce: The Green economy – opportunities and challenges for business
12:00 Matt Williams, Author and Geologist: Floods and the City infrastructure – resilience and adaptation
12:30 Prof. Saul Humphrey: Delivering sustainable development – regulatory barriers and economic opportunities for zero carbon projects
13:00 Lunch, networking and opportunity to view the exhibition
14:10 Key note speech – Stuart Wright, Operations Net Zero Delivery Director, Aviva: Addressing climate change in business strategies
14:40 Prof. David Pearson, Visiting Professor, Edinburgh Napier University: Technical innovation and its role in future development
15:20 Norwich BID: Norwich Solar System and the role of renewables in a low-carbon economy
15:50 Summing up and next steps
16:20 Thanks & Finish
Delegate Ticket: £45
Includes refreshments on arrival, buffet lunch and Conference Programme.
Images courtesy of the Grapes Hill Community Garden Group, Norwich
Improving the built environment of Norwich – an urban oasis!
https://grapeshillcommunitygarden.org
Fran leads TBLA’s sustainability services and HR function, delivering Net Zero Workshops, decarbonisation and ESG consultancy for SMEs and organisations. She develops and delivers sustainability education across multiple frameworks, notably as tutor for ESTU Global’s Sustainability Manager and Carbon Manager programmes, teaching sustainability managers and leaders from diverse corporate backgrounds. In her dual role at TBLA, she obtained B Corp certification and drives the company’s ongoing ESG momentum, while supporting TBLA’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility through practical sustainability solutions and a focus on inclusive team leadership through the company’s HR function.
