Shaping a Sustainable Future: Pioneering Research and Empowering Action

Join us at our special one-day symposium dedicated to exploring the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and how the University of Exeter, Cornwall is at the forefront of driving change.
 

Over the course of the day you will engage with experts and thought leaders across various sectors to discuss the challenges and opportunities in achieving the SDGs. Sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including clean energy, environmental justice, sustainable leadership, and biodiversity conservation.
 

Celebrating our 20th anniversary this year, the University of Exeter, Cornwall is a hub of innovation and excellence in sustainable development. Our commitment to the SDGs is reflected in our cutting-edge research, collaborative projects, and community engagement initiatives. Join us to learn how we are making significant strides towards a sustainable future and how you can get involved.
 

Hosted by Professor Brendan Godley and Professor Camille Bonneaud, Directors of the Graduate School of Environment & Sustainability, and the Environment & Sustainability Institute at the University of Exeter, Cornwall.
 

Programme

09:30 - Welcome from Martin Siegert, Deputy Vice-Chancellor - Cornwall, University of Exeter

09:45 - Session 1: SDG13: Climate Action

Critical Minerals and Climate Action: Paving the way to net-zero

10:30 - Break

11:00 - Session 2: SDG7: Affordable and Clean Energy

Beyond the Horizon: The transformative potential of offshore wind energy

11:45 - Session 3: SDG14: Life Below Water

Blue Planet, Green Future: Ensuring the health of marine environments

12:30 - Lunch

13:30 - Session 4: SDG3: Good Health and Wellbeing

Healthy Planet, Healthy People: Understanding the opportunities of nature-based solutions for health and wellbeing

14:15 - Session 5: SDG17: Partnerships for the Goals

Collaborative Pathways: Partnerships for sustainable leadership development

15:00 – Break

15:30 – Session 6: SDG16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Planet and People: Advancing social and environmental justice

16:15 – Closing comments