The Heat Is On: Reconsidering How We Build for Our Changing Climate

03 Feb 2027
Main Stage

As global temperatures rise, are our buildings and cities ready for the heat? This session brings together experts in climate resilience, building design and planning to explore how we can adapt existing buildings and ensure new developments are fit for a future of climate extremes. From homes, schools and offices to streets and public spaces, we'll examine how design and planning can reduce overheating, protect health and create more resilient comfortable places to live and work. The challenge is clear: how do we prepare for a climate we can no longer afford to ignore?

Moderator
Anna King
Anna King, Founder - Informare
Panelist
Andy Love
Andy Love, Founder & Managing Director - Shade the UK & Love Design Studio
Manon Dangelser
Manon Dangelser, Senior Consultant - Climate Resilience & Adaption - Arup