Why attend Yorkshire Sustainability Festival 2024?
We believe in the power of business to drive change, and you can be part of it.
Why attend?
Whether you’re a seasoned sustainability expert or just starting out, this festival of events is for anyone who wants to hear from experts in the field and learn more about initiatives that are already happening across Yorkshire and the UK.
We kick off Yorkshire Sustainability Festival 2024 with roundtable events in North, East, South AND West Yorkshire.
Our centrepiece of the week, Yorkshire Sustainability Conference, is a place where like-minded individuals come together to network with business leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators who are all committed to making a difference. We welcome everyone from the start-up community through to established businesses who want their voices heard on sustainable issues that matter.
Our two day conference held 18th and 19th June will see us bring to life workshops, panels, incredible keynotes: Mary Portas OBE and Kevin McCloud. and networking for the thriving Yorkshire Green Economy AND in our full brand activation zone in city square you can expect:
✨An electric car showcase
✨ Food and drinks vans serving our 1200+ conference attendees AND the general public
✨ A kitchen zone where we’ll be partnering with Incredible Edible Leeds to showcase home grown food – and more!
✨ a networking zone under the beautiful June Sun
✨ And much much more…
If you’d like to be part of the brand activation zone, the conference, the festival in any way shape or form, please get in touch with out partnership team to get involved!
Yorkshire Sustainability Festival is a must attend event for your calendar.
“We are delighted that Yorkshire Sustainability Week is to be hosted in our city. We are one of the leading cities in the UK for taking climate action and are working hard towards becoming the first UK net zero city. The festival of events will help share this ambition while shining a light on the trailblazers of sustainable innovation from across Yorkshire, pathing the way for a brighter and greener future.”
Tom Riordan, chief executive of Leeds City Council
Speakers
Prepare to be inspired at this year’s Yorkshire Sustainability Festival as we present an incredible and insightful lineup of speakers.
During Yorkshire Sustainability Festival attendees will be treated to impactful talks and panel discussions featuring CEOs, renowned brands, and other influential figures. These speakers shared their stories, experiences, challenges, and their commitment to making a difference in the world we live in today.
Over two days, you will have plenty of opportunities to meet and engage with speakers as well as network with like minded individuals and collaborate for future change.
Come Join us in Leeds on the 18th and 19th June 2024 for an unforgettable experience.
We are on a precipice of a green revolution, either join us or get left behind.
2024 Keynote Speakers
Kevin McCLoud
Designer, Writer, TV Presenter
Mary Portas OBE
Businesswoman, Broadcaster, Author & Activist
