SuBLIM Sustainability Conference: Transformational Change in Uncertain Times

Text reads: Transformational change in uncertain times. Environment and Geography Sustainability conference 2024.

Monday 1 July 2024, 9.00AM to 2 July 5pm

The Department of Environment and Geography at the University of York is excited to host our annual Sustainable Business, Leadership, Innovation, and Management (SuBLIM) Conference, "Transformational Change in Uncertain Times".

In a time of complex global challenges, transformative change is essential for a sustainable future. This conference brings together passionate postgraduate students, early-career researchers, industry leaders, and changemakers to explore innovative solutions across various sustainability disciplines.

Location: The Courtyard, The Guildhall, York, YO1 9QN

Conference programme

The conference is organised over two days and takes a unique approach to presenting research. Presenters will have the opportunity to share their work to all attendees as a flash talk on the main stage before proceeding to breakout panels that will be organised by conference themes. Flash talks allow presenters to widely disseminate their work while also fostering meaningful discussions about their research.

Day one will be primarily dedicated to SuBLIM student presentations, with moderated sessions and assessments. Day two will feature parallel sessions with student presentations and researchers, along with networking opportunities.

What to expect

Engaging presentations: Explore cutting-edge research from students and researchers on critical sustainability issues.
Interactive sessions: Participate in dynamic breakout sessions designed to foster collaboration and in-depth discussions.
Networking opportunities: Connect with industry professionals, fellow researchers, and sustainability changemakers.
Keynote address: Gain valuable insights from a sustainability leader as Professor Jason Snape shares his perspectives on driving real-world impact.
Special sessions: Explore a hopeful vision for the future through a special session featuring the designer of "Daybreak," a cooperative board game that encourages building sustainable solutions.
Industry insights: Discover innovative approaches from leading industry partners like British Wool.
Alumni networking: Connect with successful alumni from our program and learn about their career journeys in sustainability.

Are you an industry partner, interested community member, or change maker?

Call for presentations (limited spots available)

We invite postgraduate students and early-career researchers to submit abstracts for presentations on a wide range of sustainability themes.

We particularly encourage solution-oriented research on:

Sustainable business practices across industries and organization types
Just and inclusive forms of alternative economies
Social and environmental dimensions of sustainable business

Submit your abstract

FAQs

What is flash talk?

A flash talk is a presentation of your research or idea in five minutes to engage with audiences who may not necessarily be experts in your field or familiar with your research focus. A flash talk is to help the audience to become aware of, or interested in, your research, idea or concept. Here are some examples of flash talks used by Falling Walls Engage or the Three Minute Thesis. See Bernard Appiah’s article on ten tips for an engaging and interesting flash talk.

How long should our presentation last in our breakout session?

Each presentation should either have a traditional 12-minute presentation that engages with a question and answer session, or conducts an interactive group discussion around your joint theme similar to a panel session discussion.

Who will our audience be for our flash talks and presentations?

Our audience members will consist of fellow students, researchers as well as industry partners and community partners.

When will I know when I am presenting my flash talk and presentation?

We will contact each participant to confirm their title, abstract and what session they will be assigned to approximately four weeks prior to the conference.

What happens if I need to change my conference title and/or abstract?

Please email us (environment-sustainability-conference@york.ac.uk) if any changes are needed.

Who should I contact if I have any questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns you would like to discuss with the conference organisers, please feel free to email us at environment-sustainability-conference@york.ac.uk.

This website will be continuously updated with new information, including conference schedule and registration details. We look forward to welcoming you to the conference.