Regions: Mayor Tracy Brabin at ReGeneration Earth 2025

ReGeneration Earth brought all the regions under one roof to grow the green economy. We connected the public, private and third sector leaders who are passionately working in sustainability to regenerate the world of tomorrow, today.

We brought together visionaries, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders and environmental advocates who are committed to fundamentally changing the way the UK’s economy operates.

We are putting a thriving sustainable community at the heart of the society we’re creating.

With three main stages, interactive pavilions, and focused zones, the event offered a platform to dive into critical themes, share knowledge, and co-create pathways toward a regenerative future.

Join us to shape a world where restoration, renewal, and resilience are at the heart of economic, social, and environmental progress. This is regeneration in action!

The Earth Stage

Focusing on the big picture of regenerative transformation, this stage will tackle foundational themes that define our future:

Economy and Finance: Transitioning to regenerative economic systems and scaling climate-positive investments.

People and Place: Reimagining urban and rural spaces to enhance equity, inclusion, and sustainability.

Policy and Governance: Developing frameworks that prioritise regeneration in decision-making at all levels.

Social Norms and Values: Shaping our culture to embrace regenerative thinking and community resilience.

The Innovation Stage

Explore cutting-edge ideas and technologies redefining industries through regeneration:

Circular Economy: Innovations that close the loop on resource use, waste reduction, and recycling.

GreenTech: Disruptive technologies advancing renewable energy, carbon capture, and ecological restoration.

Manufacturing and Waste: Rethinking production systems to reduce waste and integrate sustainable practices.

Infrastructure/Transport: Solutions for building resilient, low-impact systems to connect people and places.

The Power Stage

Dive into the energy transition that powers our regenerative future:

Hydrogen: Harnessing its potential as a clean, scalable energy source.

Water: Addressing water efficiency and management for sustainable systems.

Wind and Nuclear: Exploring innovations that drive clean energy production.

The Energy Transition: Strategies for shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

Energy Efficiency: Reducing energy use through smarter systems and technologies.

Delegate - Stuart Strathdee, Greenhead College

"An excellent range of inspiring speakers and exhibitors reflecting progress nationally and regionally in the field"

Exhibitor - Neve Carnes, Oxfam GB

"It was great to see the efforts of the team pay off and the scale up from previous years. The event seemed to run smoothly and I know that's credit to the hard work of the team, well done! I love that you include a young voice for inclusivity and a broader perspective."

Speaker - Matt Miller, Essex County Council

"It was a terrific day with a wide varied list of attendees, exhibitors and panellists"

Delegate - Josephina Worrall, JW Translation

"Professionally, I learned so much that will directly help my writing work. Personally, I've come away with ideas for concrete climate actions I can take"

Exhibitor - Alby Isaac, Decerna

"Was a good networking event and to know more about the green oppurtunities and work taking place across the region"

Delegate - Alistair Wood, Reliance Precision Limited

"I really liked the range of exhibitors and the variety of services they offered, making several useful connections."

Delegate - Olivia Collins, Ahead Partnerships

"We had a brilliantly engaging session with young people and delegates. There was lots of insight shared and a two-way conversation about the barriers to entering the workforce in the green economy as well as the skills and behaviours needed to succeed. Excellent way to involve young people as the future workforce and leaders of tomorrow."

Workshop Host - Jane Barrett, The Career Farm

"I made a lot of useful connections and will be setting up meetings to explore collaborations. An excellent conference in a really great space - thank you Kate, Steph and the team for putting on such a great event!"

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