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Innovation Zero World Congress 2026

Innovation Zero 2024 Main Stage

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The Price of Delay: Why Climate Action is an Economic, Societal & Security Imperative

28 Apr 2026
Main Stage

Climate change and nature loss are exerting unprecedented strain on the systems that underpin our global prosperity, stability, and human well-being. From disrupted economies and fragile supply chains to rising social unrest and mounting security risks, continued inaction is driving up costs for countries and communities worldwide.

The choice is stark: accept incremental progress that falls short, or act decisively to deliver the transformative change needed to secure a stable, prosperous, and sustainable future for all.

• As the world approaches and surpasses the 1.5°C threshold, which technological and nature-based solutions can unlock rapid, meaningful progress?
• How can ambition be translated into implementation to mitigate escalating climate and security risks?
• What forms of leadership, collaboration, and systemic change are required to deliver transformative action at scale?

Confirmed Speakers
Tim Lenton OBE, Chair in Climate Change and Earth System Science - University of Exeter
Nicola Ranger, Executive Director, Earth Capital Nexus & Professor in Practice, Natural Capital, Risk & Finance - London School of Economics and Political Science
Steve Waygood, Executive Director - The Finance Transition Centre