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Climate East 2026

  • Rowley Mile Conference Centre, Newmarket Racecourse, Suffolk, CB8 0TF
  • 15th October 2026, 08:30 - 16:00
  • Entry Fees: Free
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Join us at Climate East 2026, the conference dedicated to tackling the challenges of a changing climate on communities, businesses and the environment in the East of England.

This event brings together local authorities, energy, health, transport and environmental leaders and organisations to drive change through collaboration.

Hosted by Climate Forum East and partners, the day will feature plenary sessions with inspiring speakers and interactive workshops focused on key themes:

  • Water
  • Natural Environment
  • Energy
  • Health
  • Transport
  • Flooding and Coastal Change

Alongside the sessions, explore our exhibition space, showcasing solutions and innovations under these same themes.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Craig Bennett OBE, Chief Executive The Wildlife Trust

Detailed Agenda to follow shortly.

Why attend?

  • Benefit from insights from leading experts and practitioners
  • Contribute to focused discussion in the East of England’s key challenges
  • Take part in opportunities to influence and contribute to regional priorities
  • Take advantage of high value networking with decision makers and partners
  • Leave with practical ideas you can take forward immediately
  • Build partnerships and collaborations that will make a difference to the East of England

Who should attend?
Elected Members, local authority senior leaders and officers, public sector organisations, NGOs, environmental groups, third sector organisations, regulatory bodies, private sector and third-party industry partners and academia across the East of England.

Be part of the conversation. Be part of the change.
Register now and help shape a sustainable future for the East of England.


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Climate East 2026

15 October 2026 (08:30 - 16:30)

60 Going
140 remaining
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PLEASE NOTE: This event is free to attend. However, for cancellations less than 7 working days before the event date, or non attendance on the day, there will be a cancellation fee of £100 plus VAT. Please click here to view the ‘Events Booking and Cancellation Policy’.

Exhibit or Sponsor:

  • Exhibition stands: £150 + VAT, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis – book your exhibition stand here.
  • Main event and theme sponsorship opportunities available – showcase your commitment to climate leadership. Contact sharon.bleese@localgoveasteng.gov.uk

 

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