Re_Set, the leading next-generation strategy consultancy for innovation and sustainability, and Springwise, the renowned global innovation platform, will partner with EXTREME International and One Young World to host a panel discussion spotlighting youth-driven innovation at the forefront of climate action at the EXTREME Hangout at COP26 on Monday 1 November from 7 – 8 pm.
The EXTREME Hangout is set to be a dynamic hub at COP26 where young people can come together to share ideas, learn from each other, be inspired, and ultimately leave with a renewed passion, understanding, and urgency to help drive the green agenda. From 1 – 12 November some of the world’s leading organisations and individuals will join EXTREME to inspire and drive debate, discussion, and action.
Entitled, “Innovation at the forefront of climate action”, the panel will explore how innovation can drive transformational outcomes for a better planet while spotlighting the young innovators who are leading the way. Founders from tech and climate start-ups will be speaking to include Agnes Czako from Airex, Juan Pablo Cerda from Zeigo, Henry Bishop from Furthr and Christopher Ramsay from Pelican Founders. Luke Nicholls, Content Director at leading purpose-driven media platform, edie will also join the panel and offer analysis and insights, hosted by Hannah Mansour and Sophia Ambrono from Re_Set.
Hannah Mansour, Director of Innovation and Sustainability at Re_Set said,
“Innovation is vital in solving the world’s greatest challenges. If we are to have any chance of reaching our net-zero targets, we need to harness the disruptive thinking of the innovators and change-makers of tomorrow. We have a great panel on Monday night and I’m looking forward to sharing the stage with some of the leading tech and climate innovators of our generation, all innovating for a greener world.”
Amber Nuttall, Environment and Sustainability Director at EXTREME International said,
“We are incredibly excited to have Springwise and Re_Set as session partners for the EXTREME Hangout at COP26 in Glasgow. Their session, spotlighting youth-driven innovation at the forefront of climate action, aligns perfectly with our own mission to provide a platform for the young generation to be heard at COP26 and beyond. Their participation will play a key role in helping us to empower the leaders of tomorrow.”
About Re_Set
Re_Set is a leading next-generation strategy consultancy for disruption, innovation, and sustainability whose mission is to ensure its clients thrive in a disrupted world.
About Springwise
Springwise is the global innovation intelligence platform for positive and sustained change, providing foresight into the world’s most innovative thinking and ideas on the planet.
About EXTREME
EXTREME is a unique brand, community and purpose-driven company that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. Their vision is to drive positive change through extreme and adventure sports. www.extremeinternational.com
For information about the event, Re_Set and Springwise, please contact media@thisisreset.com
