Infrastructure for climate resilience

Talk

Thursday 13 February 2025
18:15 - 19:45

Free

This evening talk explores the challenges of building urban infrastructure that is resilient to climate change, focusing on innovative flooding, greening and heating systems.

The impacts of climate change and the global transition to net zero present significant challenges for urban infrastructure, while also offering opportunities for innovation and adaptation. This evening talk, informed by NLA’s latest research report, RePower London, examines how place-based, people-centric approaches can effectively address these pressing climate challenges through sustainable and forward-thinking strategies.

The discussion will highlight a range of examples, including the integration of green infrastructure to enhance urban resilience and biodiversity, the implementation of advanced flood mitigation systems to manage increasing climate risks, and the use of waste heat to develop efficient and sustainable energy networks. These initiatives exemplify how a holistic approach to infrastructure can balance environmental needs with the demands of urban populations, promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and economic viability.

By focusing on London’s case studies, the talk will provide valuable insights into how cities can innovate and adapt their infrastructure to not only withstand current challenges but also build a more sustainable and equitable future.

Programme

18:45
Welcome from Chair

Benjamin O’Connor, Director, NLA

18:50
Thames Estuary

Frances Moffett-Kouadio, Strategic Investment Director, Thames Estuary Growth Board

19:00
Highways Greening Accelerator

Ellie Buckell, Principal Consultant, LDA Design

19:10
Heat Network Zones

Davena Wilson, Director of Projects, OPDC

19:20
Panel Discussion

Speakers above plus:

Emilie Leclerc, Associate, Civic Engineers

19:35
Q&A

19:45
End

Speaker biographies

Benjamin O’Connor

Director, New London Architecture

Frances Moffett-Kouadio

Strategic Investment Director, Thames Estuary Growth Board

Davena Wilson

Director of Projects, Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation

Emilie Leclerc

Associate, Civic

Free

Venue

The London Centre
3 Aldermanbury
London
EC2V 7HH

Accessibility

There are 4 steps to the main entrance, with a level access entrance via the Guildhall West Wing approximately 200 feet away. There are toilets and accessible toilets via stairs or a lift to the lower ground floor. If you would like more information, or have any access requirements, please let us know what these are and how we can best accommodate these by emailing events@nla.london.