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The Cities & Infrastructure Stage is where urban transformation meets practical action. Taking place at Excel London on 23-24 June 2026, this flagship stage at Reset Connect London brings together city planners, infrastructure leaders, developers and policymakers to explore how to build more resilient, sustainable and inclusive urban environments.
With population growth, climate pressures and rising stakeholder expectations, the focus is on moving from planning to delivery. This stage examines practical strategies for implementing climate-smart, environmentally friendly and socially inclusive infrastructure solutions.
Here's what you can expect:
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Transform urban environments at scale by applying sustainable planning and development strategies
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Strengthen resilience to climate and population pressures by integrating adaptive infrastructure and risk management approaches
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Embed sustainability into city and infrastructure planning by aligning environmental, social and economic priorities
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Accelerate innovation through collaboration by leveraging cross-sector partnerships, technology and data
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Build cities people want to live in by creating inclusive, climate-smart and future-ready urban spaces
Across two days of panels and discussions, you will gain practical insights into designing resilient cities, implementing sustainable infrastructure projects and driving long-term urban transformation.
Cities & Nature Stage - Day 1
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This opening keynote challenges traditional business thinking and explores what it takes to lead in an era defined by climate and ecological crises. Moving beyond engineering and economic logic, it ca …
09:30
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Financing the transition to a net zero economy requires unprecedented collaboration between public and private capital, guided by credible, science-based frameworks. This fireside chat will explore th …
09:50
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This decade demands more than climate ambition— it demands action. As part of London Climate Action Week, Tracy Wyman, Chief Impact Officer at The Science Based Targets initiative, will deliver a keyn …
10:00
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As the UK navigates a critical juncture in its energy transition, this panel explores how ambition can be reset to meet the challenges of 2025 and beyond. With growing pressure to deliver clean, affor …
11:00
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This panel will examine innovative strategies for creating future cities that prioritise sustainability for both nature and communities. As urbanisation accelerates, it is crucial to rethink urban des …
12:00
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This panel discussion brings together industry leaders and sustainability experts to explore the intersection of entertainment and environmental responsibility in the world of sports and live events. …Speakers
13:00
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Solving the world’s most pressing climate and sustainability challenges demands coordinated international action. This keynote discussion will explore how cities, financial institutions, and mission-d …
13:20
13:40
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2023 fractured the global carbon market. 2024 brought reflection. 2025 is about reinvention - with the UK poised to become the world leader for Natural Capital. This keynote unveils a landmark partner …
15:00
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In a time of climate uncertainty, eroding institutional trust, and growing inequality, a powerful force for transformation is hiding in plain sight: the people inside our organizations. This session e …
16:00
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In this engaging discussion, we explore the latest advancements in processes and technologies that are critical to achieving net-zero in the built environment. From intelligent building design and con …
Cities & Nature Stage - Day 2
09:00
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Mike Berners-Lee takes a fresh look at the climate challenge from new angles. He stands further back for perspective and looks deeper under the surface of the problem to understand what every business …
09:20
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Innovation is at the heart of the clean energy transition, driving breakthrough solutions across technology, sustainability, and finance. This fireside chat brings together senior industry leaders to …
09:40
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Join us for an essential discussion on the transformative impact of sustainable transport infrastructure in urban regeneration. We’ll explore how eco-friendly transport options can reduce greenhouse g …Speakers
10:40
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This panel discussion will explore critical strategies for safeguarding biodiversity and promoting ecosystem regeneration worldwide. As the urgency to address global environmental challenges intensifi …Speakers
11:40
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Join Tracy Brabin (Mayor of West Yorkshire) to hear about how the Green Economy revolution will support West Yorkshire’s vision for a thriving, happy and sustainable region, where all residents and bu …
12:10
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Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive, will present the CCC’s annual report on the UK’s progress in cutting emissions. The report will highlight areas of achievement, identify where further action is needed …
12:30
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Peter McGuinness, President and CEO of plant-based meat pioneer Impossible Foods, will take the stage for an honest conversation about scaling a sustainable business, rising above global category chal …
13:00
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The water sector is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change: rainfall is increasingly unpredictable, yet intense storms can overwhelm the wastewater network and lead to sewage dischar …
14:00
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Demand for lower emission steel and concrete is growing. From across many sectors, a cohort of leading businesses have made commitments to tackle their scope 3 emissions and embed green industrial mat …
