Where AI Meets the Nature Ready Economy Summer School, August 2026

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2 day Summer school Oxford 17th /18th August 2026 30x30 wild spaces & nature certificated training course. Future Leadership Lab

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Future Ready Leadership in the Nature Era - where AI meets the Nature Economy. Join us for a unique leadership experience in Oxford, exploring the future of leadership in a world shaped by nature, biodiversity and global change.

The Future Leadership Lab brings together students, emerging leaders and changemakers from around the world for an immersive programme exploring the ideas, skills and networks shaping the nature-positive economy.

This immersive leadership lab explores what it means to be future ready in the Nature Era. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute towards a whitepaper, exploring future- ready leadership and the nature economy.

2 Day Summmer School covering everything to do with biodiversity and the 30 x 30 concept. This is an international Global Biodiversity Framework initiative supported by the United Nations and Defra and many others.

Participant Ticket Price: £500.00 per person covering full course costs included. (Excluding accomodation and transport).

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What You Will Learn

Over the course of the week, participants will explore:

• The global 30x30 biodiversity movement

• Leadership for the nature-positive economy

• Systems thinking and future-ready leadership

• Biodiversity and nature restoration

• Green finance and the future of sustainable investment

• Governance, ethics and global environmental policy

• Innovation and emerging opportunities in the sustainability sector

This is a multidisciplinary programme bringing together perspectives from economics, policy, finance, business and environmental leadership.

The programme combines:

• expert lectures and keynotes

• interactive workshops and group dialogue

• audience presentations

• collaborative learning with an international cohort

Participants will also have the opportunity to contribute ideas towards a Future Leadership White Paper exploring the leadership needed for the Nature Era.

This programme is designed for:

• undergraduate and postgraduate students

• young professionals and emerging leaders

• international students studying in Europe

• anyone interested in sustainability, biodiversity and future leadership

No prior expertise is required- only curiosity and a willingness to engage with the future.

HB Allen Centre part of Keble College, Oxford 17–18 August 2026

Led by Nicky O’MalleyCEO, 30x30 UK | Founder, Nature’s Voice

In collaboration with the Green Economics Institute

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Future Leadership Lab – Oxford Summer School 2026

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17th and 18th August 2026 | Intended to be held at the H B Allen Centre, part of Keble College, University of Oxford, UK or similar.

The programme is led by Nicky O’Malley, Founder of Nature’s Voice and CEO of 30x30 UK, the national initiative supporting the global goal to protect and restore 30% of land and sea for nature by 2030.

Nicky works with founders, businesses, policymakers and global organisations navigating the future of leadership in the Nature Era.

The programme is planned to be held at the H B Allen Centre, part of Keble College, Oxford, one of the world’s most historic and inspiring academic environments.

Participants will also enjoy:

• guided introductions to Oxford

• walking tours of the city

• field visits exploring biodiversity and nature restoration.

Participants completing the programme will receive a Future Leadership Lab Certificate.

The course is also suitable for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

You can depend on 22 years of the Green Economics Institute to inspire you and light your way in the challenging and chaotic world of today.

Come and find out how you can make a real difference, with like minded fascinating, highly informed and compassionate leaders, speakers, thinkers, campaigners and doers.

In a polarised world, we all need hope, positive perspectives and sustainable solutions.

Join us for heart warming, human and nature-centred exploration of a better, more harmonious, economically equitable future

The coming decades will demand a new kind of leadership-one capable of working across systems, sectors and cultures to restore the relationship between people, nature and the economy.

This summer school offers a rare opportunity to explore these ideas in the historic academic setting of Oxford, alongside peers from around the world.

"The ambition to secure 30% of our land and sea for nature’s recovery by 2030 offers us the bold vision needed to reverse wildlife decline and improve all our lives.” Sir David Attenborough

The tutors and lecturers are leaders in their fields. They will introduce you to the latest practice, literature and ideas in these fields and international initiatives and developments.

If you wish to write, we are a publishers and we have the worlds leading green academic journal, and some magazines and a host of books, and you may also have the opportunity to learn how to publish your work.

Requirements

This programme is designed for students and early-career individuals who want to actively shape their future within the context of global environmental and societal change.

No prior technical background is required. However, participants should demonstrate:

• A strong interest in leadership, sustainability, business, policy or environmental change
• Curiosity about the future of the economy and the role of nature within it
• A proactive mindset and openness to new perspectives
• Willingness to engage fully in both discussion-based and experiential learning

Nicky O’Malley is a leading voice in nature, leadership and systems change.

As CEO of 30x30 UK, the national initiative supporting the protection and restoration of 30% of land and sea by 2030, she works with businesses, policymakers and organisations shaping the UK’s nature-positive transition. She is also the Founder of Nature’s Voice, a leadership advisory platform exploring how nature can be brought into decision-making at every level of society.

Her work spans major national campaigns including Save Our Wild Isles and The People’s Plan for Nature, alongside contributions to conversations around the Global Biodiversity Framework, natural capital and the future of nature finance.

Known for bridging strategy with deeper insight, Nicky works with leaders navigating complexity -supporting them to think systemically, act decisively and lead in a way that is both impactful and grounded.

Through the Future Leadership Lab, she brings this work to the next generation - equipping emerging leaders with the perspective, confidence and clarity needed to shape the future.

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Terms and Conditions – Important Information for Participants

1.⁠ ⁠Programme Dates

Monday 17th August – Tuesday 18th August 2026

2.⁠ ⁠Organiser and Contractual Partner

This programme forms part of the wider GEI Summer School, organised by the Green Economics Institute, which is the sole contractual partner for participants.

The course content is developed and delivered by Nature’s Voice and Nicky O’Malley (CEO, 30x30 UK).

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3.⁠ ⁠Registration and Participation

Your place is confirmed once registration is completed and the participation fee has been paid in full.

Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

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4.⁠ ⁠Participation Fee

The fee covers the programme only.

Accommodation, meals, travel, and personal expenses are not included and must be arranged independently.

5.⁠ ⁠Cancellation and Refund Policy

Fees will only be refunded if the programme is cancelled by the organiser.

No refunds are provided if a participant cancels, withdraws, or does not attend.

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6.⁠ ⁠Changes to the Programme

The organiser reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the programme, schedule, or speakers if required.

An appropriate programme will always be delivered.

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7.⁠ ⁠Liability

Participation is at your own risk.

The organiser is not responsible for injury, loss, or damage to personal belongings, except where required by law.

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8.⁠ ⁠Insurance

Participants are responsible for arranging their own:

• Travel insurance

• Health insurance

• Accident insurance

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9.⁠ ⁠Data Sharing

By registering, participants agree that their data may be used for communication and organisation purposes.

Data may be shared between:

• Green Economics Institute

• Nature’s Voice

• 30x30 UK

for delivery and follow-up of the programme.

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