Cities as Catalysts in the Climate Emergency Symposium

Schedule

Mon Oct 06 2025 at 01:00 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC+13:00

Location

University of Auckland Conference Centre (Building 423) | Auckland, AU

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Join us in October for a symposium on cities tackling the climate emergency through innovation, equity & transformative policy
About this Event

Cities as Catalysts in the Climate Emergency: Innovation, Policy, Action is a half-day symposium during International Climate Action in October 2025. The event examines how urban environments serve as catalysts for systemic climate adaptation by bridging research, policy, and practice. Featuring a keynote address, doctoral research showcases, and industry-led contributions, the symposium highlights innovative approaches to urban climate resilience while fostering collaboration among academics, practitioners, and communities.

Venue: University of Auckland, 22 Symonds Street, Building 423, Seminar Room 340, Auckland CBD

CPD points: 30 NZRAB points | 4 Category 1 NZPI points*


Drinks and nibbles will be provided after the event!


*NZPI members to manually enter CPD points after the attending the event


In support of the University's Sustainability policies, we kindly encourage all atendees to bring a reusable water bottle and, where possible, travel to the event by public transport, walking, cycling or ride sharing.


Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Arrival and registration
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:25 PM
Opening and welcome
🕑: 01:25 PM - 02:15 PM
Keynote address
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:25 PM
Comfort break
🕑: 02:25 PM - 03:25 PM
PhD research presentations
🕑: 03:25 PM - 03:35 PM
Comfort break
🕑: 03:35 PM - 04:15 PM
Industry research presentations
🕑: 04:15 PM - 04:50 PM
Panel discussion
🕑: 04:50 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing remarks
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking and refreshments
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Where is it happening?

University of Auckland Conference Centre (Building 423), 22 Symonds Street, Auckland, New Zealand

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