The Future We Build: Cities, Climate and the Intensification Challenge

Join us for a symposium on how research, policy, and practice can collaborate to create climate-resilient sustainable urban futures The Future We Build: Cities, Climate and the Intensification Challenge is a half-day symposium during International Climate Action in November 2026. As climate change, urban intensification, infrastructure investment, and planning reform reshape our cities, the symposium provides a forum to explore how research, policy, and practice can work together to create climate-resilient, liveable, and sustainable urban futures across Aotearoa New Zealand. Through keynote presentations, doctoral research showcases, and industry insights, the symposium will highlight innovative approaches to urban climate adaptation and foster collaboration between academia, practitioners, policymakers, mana whenua, and communities. Venue: University of Auckland, 26 Symonds Street, Building 421W, Room 619 (Level 6), Auckland CBD CPD points: 30 NZRAB points | 5 Category 1 NZPI points* Drinks and nibbles will be provided after the event! *NZPI members to manually enter CPD points after the attending the event In support of the University's Sustainability policies, we kindly encourage all atendees to bring a reusable water bottle and, where possible, travel to the event by public transport, walking, cycling or ride sharing.