Professor Tim Lenton, a founder of the Global Systems Institute and Chair in Climate Change and Earth System Science at the University of Exeter will explain positive tipping points. 

We have left it too late to tackle climate change incrementally. It now requires transformational change, and a dramatic acceleration of progress.

"In the face of such vast problems, we feel disempowered," said Professor Tim Lenton, director of the Global Systems Institute at the University of Exeter.

"But – just as Tipping Points are part of the greatest threat we face – the same logic may also provide the solution. At the University of Exeter, we have identified a variety of Positive Tipping Points in human societies that can propel rapid decarbonisation.

We're extremely lucky to have one of the world's top climate scientists join us. We find out more from Tim and also ask him what visitor attractions can do.

Join Rosalind Johnson and Geoffrey Dixon from ADV as they present the preliminary findings from the 2023 Sustainability Tracker Report. First launched in 2021, this report looks at visitor sentiment towards sustainability, and how this influences their domestic and attraction purchasing decisions. The full report is now available and is downloadable from this lesson.

We will be asking JSO Supporter Eddie Whittingham to explain Just Stop Oil's goals, and why action is being taken that risks damaging works of art and the institutions that care for them. We'll also ask what he thinks art galleries should do to avoid being targeted.

Professor Colin Davis, Chair in Cognitive Psychology, will lead us through the psychology of climate change and direct action. How should information about climate change be communicated, and what are the factors that give rise to apparent climate apathy? How does radical action like that taken by Just Stop Oil achieve its aims?

This is a really thought-provoking session in which we let JSO explain themselves and then look at scientific research around climate action efficacy. If you think you know what Just Stop Oil want you probably don't ...

Join Håkon Lund, Owner of Lund Gruppen at greenloop. Håkon will be talking about why solar energy is a natural fit for visitor attractions and how Lund Gruppen has not only fitted solar panels, but worked with local suppliers, provided educational information for guests and is lobbying government for grants for the attractions sector. This is a model of how attractions can take action, use influence AND communicate.

Join Sim Choo Kheng, Founder and Executive Chairman of Sim Leisure Group. This session will look at low impact development and sustainability innovation. Sim promotes a philosophy of Sustainability = Co-Existence with Nature, drawing on his experience of childhood in rural Malaysia. This session includes practical examples of how ESCAPE theme parks are built sympathetically with the natural landscape, and minimise electricity and water usage.

Hear from Dare Ilori, Director of Sustainability at Merlin Entertainments talk about why sustainability is a licence to operate, as well as updates on Merlin's sustainability strategy.

Join Ibrahim Tchan, Director and Co-Founder of Ecomusée Tata Somba and Andrew Anderson, Environmental Health and Safety Officer at The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.

The session is dedicated to understanding how culture, heritage and community can be leveraged for climate action.

Ibrahim will take us through his work to preserve historic building techniques in the community. The results are beautiful and in harmony with nature and the climate.

Andrew will talk about being part of Arts Council England's initiative to be net zero by 2030 and what this means for working with the community both locally and Shakespeare fans globally. Both amazing examples of authentically engaging with your community.

Join Jaap den Bleker, Team Lead Project Support at Efteling and Charles Sainsbury, Energy and Sustainability Manager at the Eden Project.

Jaap will speak about sustainable enchantment with green energy at Efteling.

Charles will speak about green energy solutions for visitor attractions, drawing on his experience with Eden, both in Cornwall and at Eden's new sites. 

Join Helen Lockhart, Member of WAZA Carbon Subcommittee and Judy Mann, Chair of WAZA Conservation and Sustainability Committee and Alex Smith, Climate Officer at Museums Galleries Scotland.

This session will be useful for anyone looking to measure their carbon footprint or developing a carbon reduction strategy for their organisation.

Join Choni Fernandez Veciana, Director: Sustainability, Customer Experience and Communication of PortAventura and Danika Padilla, Vice President, Inclusion and Impact at Meow Wolf.

As a trailblazer in sustainability in theme parks, Choni will be updating us on PortAventura's latest strategies and projects.

Danika will explore what is means to be a BCorp and Meow Wolf's sustainability strategy.

Join Sarah Sutton, CEO of Environment and Culture Partners and Patrick Hamilton, Manager of Sustainability Initiatives at Science Museum of Minnesota.

Sarah and Patrick will talk about what's happening in US museums regarding climate action. With the political backdrop in the US having shifted on this issue, join us to find out how cultural organisations in the US are tackling sustainability challenges, and how the landscape is changing.

Emmanuelle Charotte, SVP Business Development at ECA2 and Nicolas Chavance, Sales Director, Content & Communication Coordination at Groupe F, discuss the sustainability question in multimedia shows. Lots of case studies and real world examples shared which we can learn from.

We'd like to share our work on digital carbon footprints. We're starting off with emails. We'll have some top tips and would like to recruit you to our campaign to remove images from email signatures! A short session with a big impact?

At greenloop, Andrew will be talking about the latest thinking on Net Zero policy and regulation, as well as practical tips on how to measure and decarbonise, and supply chain engagement.

Join Andreas Andersen, CEO of Liseberg, Eric O'Rourke, Senior Director of Theme Parks at Forrec, Satu Orismaa,, Director of Operations and Sustainability at Linnanmäki Amusement Park and Una de Boer, CMO of White Water.