RECLAIM Network Conference 2025

Programme Overview

Keynote Speakers
We are delighted to host :

  • Prof Sir Stephen Holgate CBE (UKRI Air Quality Champion)

  • Prof Allistair Lewis (Chair of Defra’s Air Quality Expert Group and the Department for Transport Science Advisory Council),

Who will share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of implementing Green, Blue and Grey Infrastructures.
 
Panel Discussion: GBGI Implementation – Opportunities and Challenges
This session will bring together professionals to explore practical approaches for implementing green-blue-grey infrastructure in urban areas.

Panel Members:

  • Maria Athanassiadou (Scientific Manager Urban Climate Services, MET Office)

  • Simon Crook (Senior Portfolio Manager, EPSRC UKRI)

  • Ben McCallan (Senior Climate Officer, Surrey County Council and Chair of Zero Carbon Guildford)

  • Gwilym Owen (Resilience Officer, Cardiff Council).

The discussion will be moderated by Prof. Prashant Kumar (Director of the RECLAIM Network).
 
Sustainable Cities: Real-World Case Studies
Presenters include:

  • Richard Sabin (Managing Director, Growing Revolution)

  • Angus Cunningham (Founder & CEO, Scotscape)

  • Dr Mark Gush ( Head of Environmental Horticulture, RHS Wisley) & Dr Tijana Blanusa (Principal Horticultural Scientist, RHS Wisley)

  • Charlotte Glazier CMLI (Founding Director, UK Pocket Parks)

  • Harriet White (Woodland Creation and Tree Planting Project Manager, NHS Forests)

These are just a few highlights from what will be a rich and engaging day of discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities.

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If you have any questions about this event, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at info@reclaim-network.org