WRI at London Climate Action Week 2026
WRI will have its largest-ever presence at London Climate Action Week 2026, contributing to more than 45 events across energy, nature, finance, food systems and climate governance.
The centerpiece is the WRI Hub ‘Climate Leadership in Action’ (at ODI Global) on Wednesday, June 24: a full day of public sessions, partner events and invitation-based roundtables focused on the climate, energy and development issues facing decision-makers today.
LCAW, hosted by E3G, comes at a pivotal moment in the run-up to major global climate milestones, including COP31. With more than 45,000 participants expected, it brings together governments, businesses, finance leaders, researchers, practitioners and civil society to assess climate progress, align strategies and accelerate implementation. As an official LCAW Supporting Partner, WRI is working with E3G, ODI Global, the World Climate Foundation, WWF and others to help shape a week of programming that connects evidence, policy, finance and practical climate action.
At a glance
WRI-linked events currently listed for London Climate Action Week take place on June 22, June 23, June 24 and June 25. The flagship WRI Hub ‘Climate Leadership in Action’ (at ODI Global) takes place on Wednesday, June 24.
Monday, June 22
Climate Innovation Forum — Nature and Supply Chains: Securing Food, Fibre and Natural Products
TBC | Public; registration required | WRI-linked partner event
As biodiversity loss accelerates and climate shocks intensify, nature is emerging as a core pillar of economic resilience. This flagship session brings together 300 policymakers, investors, and corporate leaders to explore how nature-positive approaches can strengthen supply chains and long-term economic stability. WRI’s Ed Davey will moderate.
Building a Sustainable and Secure Food System
TBC | Public; registration required | Hosted by the Jeremy Coller Foundation
This event examines how protein diversification, nature-friendly farming, and conservation can work together to build a more resilient global food system. WRI’s Anne Bordier will speak.
Heat Resilience in Cities: From Planning to Scaled Delivery (EBRD Green Cities Mayors' Meeting 2026)
14:30-15:30 | Public; registration required | Hosted by European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
As part of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's (EBRD) Green Cities 10th anniversary conference, WRI Ross Center experts will join city leaders, private-sector partners, academics and development organizations to explore how to build greener, more resilient cities. Discussions will focus on clean energy, low-carbon housing, climate-resilient water systems, heat resilience and AI's role in responding to climate risks. WRI's Pablo Lazo will speak on the panel, "Heat Resilience in Cities: From Planning to Scaled Delivery," highlighting WRI Ross Center's work to help cities adapt to rising temperatures and deliver resilience at scale.
Tuesday, June 23
Cutting through: The no-bull conversations about the breakthroughs we really need
09:00-19:00 | Public; registration required | WRI-linked partner event
This day of “No-Bull Conversations” focuses on five panel sessions addressing the issues where businesses need the greatest clarity. Speakers are joining from On Running, Arla Foods, WBCSD, Virgin Media O2, Oatly, the FAIRR Initiative, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, the World Resources Institute, and the World Economic Forum, among others. WRI’s Richard Tarboton speaks at the session ‘Transition plans: more action or just more disclosure?’ (16:30 – 17:30 hr) More information and sign-up: Events - London Climate Action Week
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Beans Mean Business: A Win for Profit, Health, and Planet
13:30-16:30 | Invitation-based | WRI-linked partner event
Presentation of Coolfood's Making Plant Rich Work guide for food service operators with guest speakers from ISS UK, Wagamama, and Baxter Storey sharing case studies of how they have incorporated more beans and legumes into dishes, both improving nutrition of their menus and cutting costs. Followed by facilitated discussion and a tasting of bean dishes from Wahaca. Speakers include among others Jenny Arthur (Head of Coolfood, WRI). This event is from 13:30 – 16:30 hs. For more information, please email: [email protected].
DFI Roundtable: Translating Concessional Portfolio Performance into Commercial Investment Decisions
13:30-15:30 | Invitation-based | WRI-linked partner event
This closed-door roundtable will convene development finance institutions to explore how performance data from concessional startup portfolios can be translated into evidence that is credible for investment decision-making. Co-hosted by World Resources Institute (WRI) and Baringa Partners, the discussion will be anchored in WRI and P4G analysis on simulated multiples on invested capital and capital crowd-in. Participants will examine the conditions under which concessional portfolio performance can serve as a meaningful precursor to commercial track records, while identifying pathways to scale proven climate solutions and strengthening collaboration between catalytic grant makers and investors. RSVP here to register. Attendance is subject to availability of space and will be confirmed by organizers.
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The Future of Climate Cooperation
14:30–15:30 | Open | WRI-linked event
Delivering climate progress at speed and scale will depend on a new era of cooperation across national, state and local governments — one that is more coordinated, inclusive and responsive to a changing global context. This session will explore how multilevel partnerships are evolving to meet today’s challenges, from shifting political dynamics to rising demand for investment and delivery. The objective is to showcase global perspectives on how cooperation achieves deeper global impact and a livable future for people, elevating examples of structures to support cooperation (e.g. CHAMP, America Is All In). It will feature the launch of the CHAMP Implementation Roadmap, supporting countries in raising climate ambition through stronger national–subnational collaboration. WRI holds the secretariat of CHAMP, the Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships, supporting countries in delivering more ambitious climate action through stronger national–subnational collaboration.
Philanthropy Roundtable: Turning Concessional Portfolios into Scaled Investment Pathways
16:00-18:00 | Invitation-based | WRI-linked partner event
This closed-door roundtable will bring together philanthropic leaders to explore how catalytic and concessional capital can help climate ventures move from pilot success to scaled commercial investment. Co-hosted by World Resources Institute (WRI), and Baringa Partners, the discussion will draw on WRI and P4G analysis of simulated multiples on invested capital and capital crowd-in to examine how philanthropy can strengthen market-building efforts while attracting development finance and private investment. Participants will discuss the types of catalytic support most needed to bridge early-stage innovation to investable opportunities, helping shape future pathways for scaling climate solutions and mobilizing greater capital at scale. RSVP here to register. Attendance is subject to availability of space and will be confirmed by organizers.
Wednesday, June 24
Featured: WRI Hub ‘Climate Leadership in Action’ (at ODI Global)
Wednesday, June 24 | 08:30–20:00 | ODI Global, 4 Millbank, London SW1P 3JA
The WRI Hub is the centerpiece of WRI’s presence at London Climate Action Week: a full day of public sessions, partner events and invitation-based roundtables focused on climate, energy, finance, resilience and development.
WRI Hub schedule
Global South Participation in Battery Value Chains
08:30–10:15 | WRI Hub at ODI | Invitation-based
The global shift to clean energy is driving unprecedented demand for batteries, yet much of the value still bypasses the countries that supply critical minerals. This high-level breakfast dialogue, convened by Energiva Ventures and WRI India, explores how Global South economies can capture more value through midstream expansion, circularity, traceability, and offtake-anchored finance. Leaders from government, industry, and philanthropy will examine how to build equitable, resilient, and sustainable battery supply chains that support long-term development.
For more information, please contact: [email protected]
The Missing Middle of Climate Finance: Bridging Climate Ambition and Investment
10:30–12:30 | WRI Hub at ODI | Public; registration required
A roundtable focused on translating climate ambition into action on the ground. Organized by WRI India and WRI Mexico in partnership with Energiva Ventures and AVPN, with support from the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), the session will bring together stakeholders to examine the challenges local governments face in implementing climate action and the role finance can play in overcoming them. Drawing on live experiences from India and Mexico, the roundtable will surface practical recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, climate finance specialists and institutional investors.
For more information, please contact: [email protected]
Energy Access Explorer: A Digital Public Good for Climate-Compliant Energy Transitions
14:00–15:30 | WRI Hub at ODI | Public; registration required
This session spotlights Energy Access Explorer (EAE), an open-source digital public good that uses geospatial intelligence to support inclusive, climate-aligned energy planning. Speakers will explore how EAE helps governments, investors, and practitioners identify priority areas, improve coordination, and build stronger investment pipelines. The session includes practical examples from rural electrification, public-service delivery, productive use, clean cooking, and renewable-energy siting, along with a live demonstration of the platform.
Speakers:
- Harsha Meenawat, Global Lead, Energy Access & Equitable Development, WRI Polsky Energy Center
- Dimitris Mentis, Global Lead, Energy Access Explorer, WRI Polsky Energy Center
- Kane Alexander, Lead, Energy Modelling Community, Climate Compatible Growth
- Zaynab Guerraou, Earth Observation (EO) Data Application Scientist at the European Space Agency (ESA)
- Hannah Mottram, Senior Research Analyst, Energy Saving Trust (co-secretariat of Efficiency for Access)
- Steve Nicholls, Director, African Energy Futures
Fossil Fragility: Geopolitical Shocks, Security, and the Case for a Clean Energy Future
16:00–17:30 | WRI Hub at ODI | Public; registration required
Geopolitical shocks and disruptions to critical energy routes have exposed the vulnerability of fossil-fuel-dependent economies. This session examines how countries respond to energy insecurity, the downstream impacts on food security and energy prices, and why clean energy offers a more resilient path forward. Experts will discuss whether moments of crisis can catalyze a decisive shift toward a more secure, low-carbon future.
Speakers:
- Jayant Sinha, former Union Minister of State for Finance, India
Pedro Brancante, Head of Energy & Mining Affairs, Embassy of Brazil in Paris - Swati Dhingra, Professor at the London School of Economics and external member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee
- Julie Rozenberg, Chief Economist, World Resources Institute
- Nick Robins, Senior Director, Finance and Private Sector, World Resources Institute (moderator)
ODI-WRI Joint Event: Climate Resilience, Food Security and Economic Stability: A Europe-Africa Dialogue on the Road to COP32
18:00–19:00 | WRI Hub at ODI | Public; registration required
With COP32 coming to Ethiopia in 2027, this dialogue brings together senior African and European leaders to explore how both continents can collaborate on resilience, food security, and sustainable development. Discussions will focus on the EU’s next Multiannual Financial Framework, Africa’s role in the green transition, and opportunities for deeper political and economic cooperation.
Speakers:
- Dr. Bernadette Arakwiye, Minister of Environment, Republic of Rwanda
- Hans Peter Lankes, Deputy Chief Executive and Managing Director, ODI
- Jan Dusik, Deputy Director-General of DG CLIMA, European Commission
- Melinda Bohannon, Director General Global Issues, the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
- Kevin Kariuki, Vice President for Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth, African Development Bank
WRI-ODI Reception
19:00–20:00 | WRI Hub at ODI | Public; registration required
An informal gathering to close the WRI Hub, bringing together partners, speakers, and participants.
Climate Governance Forum — Panel on Climate Governance and Citizens
09:00–13:30 | Public; registration required | WRI-linked event
A flagship LCAW event exploring shifts in global rule of law, multilateralism, and climate legislation. The panel on Climate Governance and Citizens will examine democratic participation, regulatory safeguards against climate mis- and disinformation, and political narratives that support low-carbon transitions.
Speakers include representatives from the UN, UK Climate Change Committee, WRI Brazil, and the South African Presidential Climate Commission.
How Can Data and AI Drive Action on Sustainable Transport?
14:00–17:00 | London Transport Museum, Covent Garden | Public; registration required | WRI event
This RIDE (Research on Infrastructure in Developing Economies) convening will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and open data can drive climate action in transport. The event will feature live tool demonstrations and a panel moderated by WRI’s Felipe Ramirez, with presentations from WRI’s Pawan Mulukutla and partners across SLOCAT, Oxford University, and the Climate Compatible Growth Programme.
For more information and to register, please email [email protected].
Thursday, June 25
World Climate Investment Summit — Fireside on Food and Agriculture Systems
TBC | Public; registration required | WRI-linked partner event
WRI’s Ed Davey moderates a fireside conversation on financing resilient food and agriculture supply chains. The session explores investment gaps, innovative financing models, and opportunities to strengthen long-term supply security.
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