Sustainable Event Delivery: Building a Lasting Legacy for Northern Ireland

This two-part session takes attendees on a journey through the principles of sustainable event delivery, highlighting the profound impact that events can have on people, the planet, and prosperity. Through practical examples and visionary strategies, the session will explore how Northern Ireland can lead the way in creating environmentally responsible events that leave a lasting legacy for local communities and the region.

How Do We Create and Steward Sustainable Cities for the Future? – Keynote Talk by Nicholas Boys Smith MBE

Nicholas Boys Smith will discuss his work in the UK and abroad and his work with the UK Government on English planning and place policy. What are the implications for the present and future of Belfast? And how can we take people with us to a city which is bigger, better and more beautiful?

Energising Belfast: Delivering a Cleaner and More Secure Energy Future

Join SONI (System Operator for Northern Ireland) for an exciting session exploring how they are powering the transition to a sustainable energy future. In this session, SONI will share their vision for supporting Northern Ireland’s renewable energy goals, with a special focus on the transformative “Energising Belfast” project. This key initiative is essential to enabling Belfast’s decarbonisation and green growth ambitions, helping to shape a cleaner, more sustainable future for the city.