Where next on Climate Change & the Environment?

This Castle Debates Special brought together leading experts for a panel discussion and audience dialogue on the direction of climate and environmental action at a disruptive moment for policy, markets and society. The discussion considered what practical steps can accelerate effective change across business, government and civil society. The evening also marked a tribute to our founder, Pamela Castle OBE.

• Overview

  This session explored the current state of play on climate change and the environment, and what comes next. Discussion focused on the levers that can deliver practical progress now, and the roles different actors can play in driving change.

  Key questions

  • Where are we heading on climate change and the environment in the near term?

  • What should businesses prioritise to deliver credible, measurable progress?

  • What can governments do to accelerate effective action and implementation?

  • How can civil society help maintain momentum and accountability?

  • What does “effective change” look like at a time of disruption?

• Speakers and chair

  Speakers

  • Stanley Johnson — author and environmental campaigner; former MEP; former Vice-Chairman, European Parliament Environment Committee

  • Sarah Mukherjee — CEO, ISEP

  • Kirsty Schneeberger — Founder, Athena Blue

  • Matthew Townsend — Head of Environment and Climate Law, A&O Shearman

  Chair

  • Micael Johnstone — Castle Debates Partner

• Event details

  • Location: A&O Shearman, London

  • Format: Panel discussion and audience dialogue

  • Attendance: Held by prior registration

  • Schedule: Arrival and drinks reception; panel discussion and audience dialogue; drinks and canapé reception