People’s Emergency Briefing: How can we adapt our cities for a warmer climate?

How will climate change impact everyday life; food security, extreme weather, health and the cost of living? 

The V&A in partnership with the Construction Industry Council and Chartered Institute of Buildings (CIOB) are hosting a free screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing followed by a panel discussion on making our cities climate ready.

The People’s Emergency Briefing is an eye-opening film featuring nine leading UK scientists and experts updating on the latest in the climate and nature crisis and its impacts on everyday life.

Following the screening, the V&A’s Head of Sustainability, Melissa Painter, will chair a panel discussion on how urban design and working in partnership with communities, can help our cities, like London, adapt to rising temperatures and extreme weather, creating healthier, greener places for people and nature.

Expert panel

Saul Humphrey, President of the CIOB. The CIOB are the leading international professional body for those working in and leading the construction industry. 

Polly Turton, Head of Climate Action and Public Health at Love Design Studio/Shade the UK. Shade the UK champions for adapting the built environment and public spaces to protect the vulnerable against a changing climate.

Further panellists to be announced.