Upcoming Conferences

CLIMATE AND THE FUTURE OF HEALTH

MONDAY 22 JUNE 2026 | THE CONDUIT LONDON

The climate emergency has become a daily health reality, from rising heatwaves and air pollution to new threats against our mental and physical wellbeing. Yet, the intersection of climate and health is also a source of profound hope, a space where innovation, equity, and bold collaboration can redefine how we care for both people and the planet.  

Building on last year’s powerful convening, the second edition of Climate and the Future of Health will unite scientists, policy-makers, frontline leaders, businesses, and community champions. Together, we’ll break down silos and accelerate solutions for healthier lives in a climate-resilient world.

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WATER RESILIENCE INVESTMENT SUMMIT 2026

THURSDAY 25 JUNE 2026 | LONDON CLIMATE RESILIENCE FINANCE SUMMIT

The Water Resilience Investment Summit brings together the UK’s leading water, infrastructure, insurance, land, finance and government actors to turn nature-based flood resilience from promising pilots into investable, coordinated catchment programmes capable of delivering national-scale protection for people, assets and ecosystems. 

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IMPACT SUMMIT

11-12 NOV 2026 | VILLA PARK, BIRMINGHAM

Impact is the summit for changemakers shaping the future of the venue ecosystem. Where industry leaders meet bold ideas, Impact explores how live venues can be drivers of change anchored in local communities, to promote growth, prosperity, resilience and cohesion.

This November, we will convene sports leaders, business executives, changemakers and policymakers at Villa Park for a two-day summit, co-hosted by The Conduit, Aston Villa, and Levy. 

We will learn and explore what stadium-led impact looks like, build coalitions to deliver growth for communities, and arrive at a shared blueprint for action.

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Recent Conferences

Climate and The Future of Health

Climate and the Future of Health 2026

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Climate change is reshaping human health - from infrastructure and disease patterns to food systems and mental wellbeing.This conference brings together leaders across health, policy, finance and innovation to explore how we move from crisis response to prevention, resilience and renewal.
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Thirst: In Search of Freshwater

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Wellcome Collection presents Thirst: In Search of Freshwater, a free major exhibition exploring humanity’s vital connection with freshwater as an essential source of life and a pillar of good health for both living beings and land masses.
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Reflections on Leadership: In Conversation with Mary Robinson

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A reflection on the moral and political dimensions of climate and health.
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Ensuring Sustainable Food Security

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Climate change is disrupting agriculture, worsening food insecurity, and deepening health disparities linked to food insecurity — especially in vulnerable communities. This session explores how food innovation, and equitable access strategies can build more resilient food systems. From local supply chains to alternative proteins, we’ll spotlight solutions that connect climate action to better health outcomes and food justice.
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Tackling the Health Crisis of Air Pollution

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Rising temperatures, wildfires, and industrial emissions are having a devastating impact on air quality. As this pollution drives a rise in respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and premature deaths, this session investigates how the healthcare sector can respond.
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Protecting Mental Health in a Climate Crisis

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The mental health impacts of climate change are vast but often overlooked. Alongside the physical risks – wildfires, hurricanes, rising sea levels, and extreme heat – communities on the frontlines face deep emotional and psychological strain, and younger generations grapple with eco-anxiety and feelings of helplessness about the future.
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A Presentation by Global Witness

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VANESSA NAKATE Climate Justice ActivistAVA LEE Campaign Strategy Lead, Digital Threats to Democracy, Global Witness
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Solutions for a Warming World

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Extreme heat is one of the deadliest climate threats, costing around half a million lives a year.With rising temperatures threatening life, straining infrastructure, and deepening social inequalities, this session will cover:The latest scientific findings on heat exposure and its effects How cities are responding with cooling strategies and infrastructure adaptations Innovations in early-warning systems How business, healthcare, and policy can collaborate to build resilience
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Climate and the Future of Health 2026

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Climate change is reshaping human health - from infrastructure and disease patterns to food systems and mental wellbeing.This conference brings together leaders across health, policy, finance and innovation to explore how we move from crisis response to prevention, resilience and renewal.
Read more

Thirst: In Search of Freshwater

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Wellcome Collection presents Thirst: In Search of Freshwater, a free major exhibition exploring humanity’s vital connection with freshwater as an essential source of life and a pillar of good health for both living beings and land masses.
Read more

Reflections on Leadership: In Conversation with Mary Robinson

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A reflection on the moral and political dimensions of climate and health.
Read more

Ensuring Sustainable Food Security

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Climate change is disrupting agriculture, worsening food insecurity, and deepening health disparities linked to food insecurity — especially in vulnerable communities. This session explores how food innovation, and equitable access strategies can build more resilient food systems. From local supply chains to alternative proteins, we’ll spotlight solutions that connect climate action to better health outcomes and food justice.
Read more

Tackling the Health Crisis of Air Pollution

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Rising temperatures, wildfires, and industrial emissions are having a devastating impact on air quality. As this pollution drives a rise in respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and premature deaths, this session investigates how the healthcare sector can respond.
Read more

Protecting Mental Health in a Climate Crisis

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The mental health impacts of climate change are vast but often overlooked. Alongside the physical risks – wildfires, hurricanes, rising sea levels, and extreme heat – communities on the frontlines face deep emotional and psychological strain, and younger generations grapple with eco-anxiety and feelings of helplessness about the future.
Read more

A Presentation by Global Witness

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VANESSA NAKATE Climate Justice ActivistAVA LEE Campaign Strategy Lead, Digital Threats to Democracy, Global Witness
Read more

Solutions for a Warming World

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Extreme heat is one of the deadliest climate threats, costing around half a million lives a year.With rising temperatures threatening life, straining infrastructure, and deepening social inequalities, this session will cover:The latest scientific findings on heat exposure and its effects How cities are responding with cooling strategies and infrastructure adaptations Innovations in early-warning systems How business, healthcare, and policy can collaborate to build resilience
Read more

Insurance In a Changing World

Can AI reshape insurance without breaking it?

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At a recent Conduit summit on Insurance in a Changing World, speakers debated whether artificial intelligence will erode or strengthen the foundations of insurability.
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Key Takeaways & Closing Remarks – Paul van Zyl

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The Conduit's founder and CEO calls for a much longer dialogue and warns that progress does not take place in silos
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Closing Keynote – Dan McGrail

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Paul van Zyl interviews Dan McGrail, former CEO of Renewables UK, about his new role at Energy GB and how he thinks the insurance industry can support the path to net zero
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The Power of Collaboration

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An assorted collective of stakeholders – public and private sector leaders – discuss how they can forge meaningful collaborations that go beyond transactional partnerships
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Strategic Risk Management in a Changing World

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Good risk management requires good data. In this session speakers explore collaborative approaches to data sharing and risk management
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Before the Flood: Nature as an Asset Class

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Paul van Zyl along with partners from Howden, The National Trust, The Crown Estate, and Flood Re announce about a collaborative effort to fight floods
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Unlocking Opportunity in Emerging Economies with Development Insurance

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Speakers explain how insurance can de-risk infrastructure projects, unlock capital flows, and support sustainable economic growth in developing regions
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Building a Resilient Society and Economy

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How insurance plays a critical role in resilience by shaping infrastructure investments and risk management strategies and reinforcing social identity and human capital
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How Insurance Can Accelerate Good Growth

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How the insurance industry can use its creativity to fight the damage caused by climate change, in a discussion led by Rowen Douglas, Climate Risk and Resilience CEO at Howden
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In Conversation with Peter Maurer

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The former President of the International Committee of the Red Cross explains to Paul van Zyl why peace and insurance go hand in hand
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Opening Keynote – Barnaby Rugge-Price

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The Chair of Howden UK & Ireland discusses insurance’s role in shaping industry
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Can AI reshape insurance without breaking it?

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At a recent Conduit summit on Insurance in a Changing World, speakers debated whether artificial intelligence will erode or strengthen the foundations of insurability.
Read more

Key Takeaways & Closing Remarks – Paul van Zyl

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The Conduit's founder and CEO calls for a much longer dialogue and warns that progress does not take place in silos
Read more

Closing Keynote – Dan McGrail

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Paul van Zyl interviews Dan McGrail, former CEO of Renewables UK, about his new role at Energy GB and how he thinks the insurance industry can support the path to net zero
Read more

The Power of Collaboration

, , ,
An assorted collective of stakeholders – public and private sector leaders – discuss how they can forge meaningful collaborations that go beyond transactional partnerships
Read more

Strategic Risk Management in a Changing World

, ,
Good risk management requires good data. In this session speakers explore collaborative approaches to data sharing and risk management
Read more

Before the Flood: Nature as an Asset Class

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Paul van Zyl along with partners from Howden, The National Trust, The Crown Estate, and Flood Re announce about a collaborative effort to fight floods
Read more

Unlocking Opportunity in Emerging Economies with Development Insurance

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Speakers explain how insurance can de-risk infrastructure projects, unlock capital flows, and support sustainable economic growth in developing regions
Read more

Building a Resilient Society and Economy

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How insurance plays a critical role in resilience by shaping infrastructure investments and risk management strategies and reinforcing social identity and human capital
Read more

How Insurance Can Accelerate Good Growth

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How the insurance industry can use its creativity to fight the damage caused by climate change, in a discussion led by Rowen Douglas, Climate Risk and Resilience CEO at Howden
Read more

In Conversation with Peter Maurer

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The former President of the International Committee of the Red Cross explains to Paul van Zyl why peace and insurance go hand in hand
Read more

Opening Keynote – Barnaby Rugge-Price

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The Chair of Howden UK & Ireland discusses insurance’s role in shaping industry
Read more

Green Economy Forum

Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks – Green Economy Forum

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The closing address at Green Economy Forum, featuring Paul van Zyl, Founder and CEO of The Conduit.
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In Conversation with Rachel Kyte, UK Climate Envoy

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The closing discussion of Green Economy Forum, featuring Rachel Kyte
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Crafting a Greenprint: Developing National Transition Plans

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Meeting the climate goals of the Paris Agreement demanded comprehensive transition plans from nations globally.
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US Politics and the Green Transition

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How the US election results influence renewable energy investments, regulatory frameworks, and international climate commitments
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Balancing Innovation and Sustainability: Navigating AI’s Impact on Climate Change

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What measures did the private and public sectors take to ensure AI dose not lead to a significant rise in carbon emissions?
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Carbon Confidence: Unlock Carbon Market Potential with Insurance

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The voluntary carbon market was set to grow from $2 billion in 2020 to $250 billion by 2050, but recent slowdowns and complex risks threatened this forecast.
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Unlocking Climate Finance Flow in Emerging Economies

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Emerging economies faced dire climate impacts despite contributing little to global emissions. However, critical adaptation funding fell short, with just $63 billion mobilised in 2021-22
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The Fossil Fuel Dilemma: To Exit or Engage?

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Which strategy—engagement or divestment—proves most effective for phasing out fossil fuels and ensuring a just transition?
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Small Businesses, Big Impact: Driving SMEs Toward Sustainable Actions

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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 90% of global businesses and 40% of business-sector emissions, yet many still lag in the net-zero transition.
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Opening Keynote – Green Economy Forum

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The Opening Keynote at Green Economy Forum, featuring Nigel Topping, Founder Ambition Loop.
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Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks – Green Economy Forum

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The closing address at Green Economy Forum, featuring Paul van Zyl, Founder and CEO of The Conduit.
Read more

In Conversation with Rachel Kyte, UK Climate Envoy

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The closing discussion of Green Economy Forum, featuring Rachel Kyte
Read more

Crafting a Greenprint: Developing National Transition Plans

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Meeting the climate goals of the Paris Agreement demanded comprehensive transition plans from nations globally.
Read more

US Politics and the Green Transition

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How the US election results influence renewable energy investments, regulatory frameworks, and international climate commitments
Read more

Balancing Innovation and Sustainability: Navigating AI’s Impact on Climate Change

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What measures did the private and public sectors take to ensure AI dose not lead to a significant rise in carbon emissions?
Read more

Carbon Confidence: Unlock Carbon Market Potential with Insurance

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The voluntary carbon market was set to grow from $2 billion in 2020 to $250 billion by 2050, but recent slowdowns and complex risks threatened this forecast.
Read more

Unlocking Climate Finance Flow in Emerging Economies

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Emerging economies faced dire climate impacts despite contributing little to global emissions. However, critical adaptation funding fell short, with just $63 billion mobilised in 2021-22
Read more

The Fossil Fuel Dilemma: To Exit or Engage?

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Which strategy—engagement or divestment—proves most effective for phasing out fossil fuels and ensuring a just transition?
Read more

Small Businesses, Big Impact: Driving SMEs Toward Sustainable Actions

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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 90% of global businesses and 40% of business-sector emissions, yet many still lag in the net-zero transition.
Read more

Opening Keynote – Green Economy Forum

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The Opening Keynote at Green Economy Forum, featuring Nigel Topping, Founder Ambition Loop.
Read more

Welcome Remarks – Green Economy Forum

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The opening address at the Green Economy Forum, featuring Paul van Zyl, Founder and CEO of The Conduit.
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Accelerating Solutions

Since its inception, The Conduit has convened global changemakers to tackle the World’s most pressing challenges. From climate change to social equity, our events are an epicentre of innovation and collaboration, where leaders from all sectors come together to forge solutions for a just and sustainable world. 

There will be day-long events hosting in-depth discussion and idea-generation on societal issues that our community and partners are passionate about – from changing the discourse around Refugees to leveraging AI for net zero. 

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Why Attend

Hear groundbreaking ideas and insights. Our speakers are pioneers in their fields, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.  

We offer a number of opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals and build powerful networks. The Conduit is a breeding ground for collaboration, where diverse perspectives spark transformative solutions at our conferences, thematic summits, bespoke leadership roundtables, briefings, solution labs built for systemic change programs, forum meetings and thought leadership dinners.   

Amplify your voice and influence. Share your ideas and expertise with a global audience, shaping the future of our planet. 

 

Who Attends

Academics Policy Makers Conduit Members Corporates

Press Public Sector Government Philanthropy

Private Sector Business Leaders NGOs

2024 Conference Schedule

The transition to a greener economy will require a diverse range of skills and expertise, making it an exciting area of growth and innovation. Although embracing green jobs will lead to a more sustainable future, we need to make sure that we address economic inequality and that the green agenda is tied to social and economic equality.  

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Bridging the gap in financing the green transition requires a multifaceted approach. It requires a combination of government support, private sector involvement, technological innovations, international cooperation, and the active participation of financial institutions. We will bring together all these actors to partner for greater impact.   

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Looking Back

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The Resilient Cities Forum 2025

Cities face unprecedented challenges today from climate change to inequality yet they’re uniquely positioned to pioneer the most innovative solutions.

We have an incredible opportunity to rethink and redesign our urban environments to be equitable and sustainable while helping to mitigate and adapt to the most severe consequences of climate change.

In December, we convened a global cohort of Chief Resilience Officers, mayors, investors, and changemakers in London for a three-day summit exploring the next decade of urban resilience

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The Green Economy Forum: Re-set and Renewal

As countries race toward net-zero, capital is moving fast. The Green Economy Forum: Re-set and Renewal explored how sustainable finance is transforming economies, influencing geopolitics, and unlocking new growth sectors. Against the backdrop of COP30 and global uncertainty, this is where strategy meets action.

Expect impactful discussions on renewables, nature finance, climate tech, and investment frameworks – grounded in real data and designed to move the needle.

Climate and the Future of Health 2025

Kicking off London Climate Action Week 2025, this flagship climate and health conference convenes global leaders from science, public health, business and policy. Together, we’ll explore innovative, real-world solutions – on topics such as extreme heat, air pollution, infectious disease, mental health and nutrition – to build climate-resilient communities in a rapidly changing world.​

Insurance in a Changing World 2025

Our world is changing – and the insurance industry is uniquely positioned as a key to building a better future. From protecting homes and livelihoods to building opportunities for the global economy, the time for solutions is here.

This full-day conference brought together global leaders to explore how insurance can drive sustainable growth – managing climate risks, sparking innovation, and boosting economic security.

Financing the Green Transition

As COP16 on Biodiversity and COP29 grew closer, the Green Economy Forum provided a platform for parallel conversations that amplify these critical discussions.​ This invite-only event gathered industry, financial, and sustainability leaders to explore the innovative financial instruments and policies needed to deploy capital and mitigate risk at this critical juncture.​

The Green Jobs Revolution

At The Conduit’s Green Jobs Revolution Conference on 19 September, visionary leaders from the renewables sector, sustainable food systems, the built environment, and pioneers in democratic innovation came together to explore the pathways, opportunities, and challenges that lie ahead. Together, we charted a future where bold solutions drive lasting impact.

Young Innovator Awards

At the end of May, The Conduit, alongside our partners, brought together the next generation of entrepreneurs who are rewriting the rulebook, balancing purpose with profit. The Young Innovator Awards isn’t your typical conference; it’s a celebration of fresh thinking. This event brings together inspirational and influential figures to reshape the world through trailblazing enterprises. Catch up on the day below.

The Conduit Solutions Lab Refugee Summit

At the end of February, The Conduit, alongside our partners at The Human Safety Net, More in Common, Tent Partnership for Refugees, USPUK, MCAF Working Group and This Day hosted 12 extraordinary organisations working on the frontline of refugee empowerment. We were joined by impact investors, policymakers and activists for a full programme of talks, workshops and performances.

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