Securing Nature-based Climate Resilience for the Midlands

22 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)

The Midlands face growing climate challenges and nature-based solutions are key to building resilience. This panel explored how innovative financing and strategic investment can support ecosystem restoration, flood management and sustainable land use.

Attendees heard from leaders shaping nature-driven solutions, gaining insights into practical approaches for funding, scaling and implementing climate resilience initiatives that benefit both communities and the environment.

Speakers
Bruce Howard
Bruce Howard, Director - Ecosystems Knowledge Network
Richard-M Smith
Richard-M Smith, Strategic Asset Planning Manager - Severn Trent Water
Clare Ollerenshaw
Clare Ollerenshaw, Project Manager - Nature - West Midlands Combined Authority