Driving Global Regeneration and Resilience Through Investing in Nature

24 Jun 2026
Nature-Based Solutions Stage
Cities, Communities & Nature

Natural landscapes across the UK and around the world from wetlands and woodlands to agricultural land face growing pressures from climate change, biodiversity loss and unsustainable land use. Yet they also offer major opportunities for environmental restoration, regenerative agriculture and sustainable economic growth. This panel brings together government, business and academic leaders to explore how collaborative action can safeguard biodiversity and strengthen resilient food and land systems.

You’ll hear practical insights and international case studies where habitat restoration and regenerative agriculture improved water quality, enhanced biodiversity and supported rural economies. The discussion will focus on nature-based solutions and partnerships that unite public, private and community stakeholders. This session will show how integrating biodiversity and regenerative land use into policy, urban planning and business can create lasting environmental, social and economic value.

Moderator
Kathryn Brown OBE
Kathryn Brown OBE, Director of Science - UKCEH
Speakers
Esme Evans
Esme Evans, Natural Capital Lead - Nature - Oxygen Conservation
Samir Whitaker
Samir Whitaker, Biodiversity Lead - Ørsted
Nick Sellwood
Nick Sellwood, Programme Director - Northern Forest - The Woodland Trust