Zero Hour for Energy Policy: Researching the Race to Net Zero - Bennett Institute & Sussex Energy Group

EDRC  colleagues Prof. Tim Foxon and Advisory Board member Louise Sunderland (RAP) will be presenting as part of the Sussex Energy Group panel at the Bennett Institute for Innovation & Policy Acceleration 2026 Symposium ‘Zero Hour for Energy Policy: Researching the Race to Net Zero’

The Symposium will explore the pressing issues and challenges that underpin the acceleration of climate change policies.

The opening plenary address by Professor Dr Dirk Messner, President of UBA Germany, will outline European approaches to the environment. The day will also feature expert panels on what’s in store over the next cycle of IPCC reports and the Symposium Keynote, delivered by Barry Gardiner MP will explore threats to nature and humanity from the perspective of normal people, demonstrating how confused economics fuels incoherent policy. He will be joined by Dr Caroline Lucas, writer, campaigner, and former Green Party MP, as keynote discussant and panel speaker.

New for 2026, we invite all attendees to help shape the Symposium by pitching 5-minute “flash presentations” showcasing research findings, ideas, challenges, and recommendations. These dynamic, high-energy talks offer a unique platform to share cutting-edge research and spark new collaboration. Selected contributions will feature in dedicated plenary during the event.