Net-Zero Summit: What’s been done, what’s possible, and what next?

Fri Mar 06 2026 at 01:30 pm to 06:30 pm UTC+00:00

Harris Manchester College | Oxford

Harris Manchester College
Publisher/HostHarris Manchester College
Net-Zero Summit: What\u2019s been done, what\u2019s possible, and what next?
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Participate in the student-led Net-Zero Summit to develop actionable strategies for a net-zero future.
About this Event

Join us in person at Harris Manchester College for this student-led collaborative brainstorming workshop. Attendees, including campus administration, trustees, students, and international sustainability experts, will actively shape Harris Manchester College's sustainability path by co-creating actionable recommendations to achieve net-zero across scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Registration is open towards anyone passionate about net-zero, and wanting to contribute towards helping achieve it.

Whether you’re a student, staff member, or simply passionate about sustainability, you’re invited to take part in shaping the College’s sustainability strategy and helping build a greener future. Registration is open to all who want to contribute to our collective journey toward net-zero.


Keynote Speakers

Robin Nuttall
Partner at McKinsey & Company and global leader in ESG and sustainability strategy.

Richard Morin
Bursar at Wolfson College, overseeing investments and College finances, and a driving force behind Wolfson’s achievement as the first Net Zero higher education institution in the UK.

Beth Breeze
Principal of Harris Manchester College, Oxford, and award-winning expert on philanthropy and fundraising


Our Goals

  • Accelerate HMC's net-zero journey through hands-on collaboration
  • Generate 20+ practical recommendations for immediate impact
  • Demonstrate institutional commitment to sustainability
  • Encourage other colleges towards net-zero practices


Small Group Brainstorming Session Topics:

GROUP A: Energy

Focus: Heating; cooling; power infrastructure; renewable energy; building retrofit and insulation potential

GROUP B: Food & Operations

Focus: Catering/food procurement; waste management; supply chain sustainability

GROUP C: Student Engagement

Focus: Travel and commuting emissions; sustainability education; building college-wide culture

GROUP D: Measurement & Long-Term Plan

Focus: Carbon accounting; nature-based solutions; research partnerships; financing mechanisms


Agenda

🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Optional Tea & Refreshments
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Keynote Addresses (i.e., 2 speakers + Q&A)
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Net Zero Learnings from Academic Institutions
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Transition & Break
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Small Group Sustainability Brainstorming Sessions
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Group Presentations & Closing Synthesis
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harris Manchester College, Mansfield Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

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