Events
Upcoming OxCAN Events
26ThuAugRace to Zero: Decarbonising the Building and Construction Sector26 Aug, 19:00 – 20:00ZoomThe first in our OxCAN Europe event series, learn about what is needed to decarbonise the construction sector with talks from across the industry including: Dr Mathew Hampshire-Waugh, Dr Jan Rosenow, John MacNaughtan and Olga Krylova.
01WedSepOpportunities for climate and cleantech entrepreneurship in the Asia Pacific01 Sep, 20:00 – 21:30 GMT+10ZoomListen to some of the voices here in the Asia-Pacific who are supporting the explosion of cleantech startups on the ground, who are leveraging innovation and technology to solve climate change problems through entrepreneurship.
Past Events
31SatJulDeep decarbonisation of the mining sector: lessons and opportunities towards Net Zero31 Jul, 13:00 – 14:00 GMT+10ZoomThe mining sector faces extreme pressure with the push towards Net Zero. In our first OxCAN event for Australia, Asia and New Zealand, we present speakers John O’Brien and Stephen Lezak on what the role of mining will have in our sustainable future and how we can decarbonise the sector
20TueJulClimate Justice for Communities with Kimberly Hill Knot20 Jul, 18:00 – 19:00 BSTZoomFrom her unique background in climate justice in the US, Kimberly Hill Knot will discuss the importance of community engagement and the role of corporations in addressing environmental justice.
13TueJulSustainability in the Arts: Building Back our Theatres Better13 Jul, 18:00 – 19:00ZoomIn anticipation of the return of live theatre, hear how Oxford alumni Will Reynolds' company Metta Theatre are greening their working practices, advising others, and using the arts to inspire personal heartfelt responses to the climate crisis in audiences
10SatJulOxCAN Connect (Saturday AM) - "our local net zero stories"10 Jul, 11:00 – 12:00 BSTZoomThis is our monthly informal networking event, a chance to meet other Alumni. Each month we pick a topic to prompt discussion. This month's discussion topic is "our local net zero stories". Our speakers will share with you insights from their work at a local level.
29TueJunDecarbonise Oxford Launch Event29 Jun, 18:00 – 19:00 BSTZoomA chance for alumni to join the student-led "Decarbonise Oxford" campaign and support Colleges as they plan for Net Zero.- 05SatJunOxCAN Connect: Implications of IEA’s Net Zero by 2050 report. June Session (Saturday morning)05 Jun, 11:00 – 12:00 BSTZoomThis is our monthly informal networking event, a chance to meet other Alumni. Each month we pick a topic to prompt discussion. This month we will look at the IEA's landmark "Net Zero by 2050" report.
- 01TueJunOxCAN Connect: Implications of IEA’s Net Zero by 2050 report. June Session (Tuesday evening)01 Jun, 18:30 – 19:30 BSTZoomThis is our monthly informal networking event, a chance to meet other Alumni. Each month we pick a topic to prompt discussion. This month we will look at the IEA's landmark "Net Zero by 2050" report.
26WedMaySustainable Lifestyles: Are Our Cut Flowers Costing the Earth?26 May, 18:00 – 19:00 BSTZoomIn the first of OxCAN’s sustainable lifestyles series that focuses on small changes individuals can make to reduce their environmental impact, Dr Sarah Benson will explain ways we can all continue to enjoy our favourite bunch while being kinder to the planet.
20ThuMayRace to Zero: The Inside Track, with Professor Thomas Hale20 May, 17:00 – 18:00 BSTZoomWhat is the UN’s Race to Zero campaign, how do we get there, and what are the obstacles? Learn more about the public policy challenge of our lifetimes with Professor Thomas Hale, one of the world's leading thinkers on the topic.- 08SatMayOxCAN Connect - May (Saturday morning)08 May, 11:00 – 12:00 BSTZoomWe’re delighted to re-launch our monthly informal networking events, OxCAN Connect. For this first month, we'll start with a brief update on our plans, then break out to discuss "How can OxCAN have the most positive impact?"
- 04TueMayOxCAN Connect - May (Tuesday evening)04 May, 18:30 – 19:30 BSTZoomWe’re delighted to re-launch our monthly informal networking events, OxCAN Connect. For this first month, we'll start with a brief update on our plans, then break out to discuss "How can OxCAN have the most positive impact?"
12TueJanOXCAN Strategic Action Forum12 Jan, 17:30 – 19:30See the Eventbrite link below!OXCAN is hosting a strategic action forum to discuss our mission and focus projects for climate action at Oxford University and across the globe. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/oxcan-strategic-action-forum-tickets-133386471527?fbclid=IwAR2h4QkdaIq6qthjz8OY-stJzwwDAi8PRStNS9WiyM0pvtHHN59lUlIgv_I
01TueDecOxCAN Connect December01 Dec 2020, 18:00 – 19:00 GMTAirmeetJoin us for the second OxCAN Connect! An interactive monthly series from the OxCAN Team
25WedNovGetting the Airline Industry to Net Zero25 Nov 2020, 18:00 – 19:00 GMTZoom
18WedNovFireside Discussion: The Role of the Financial System in Achieving Net Zero18 Nov 2020, 18:00 – 19:00 GMTZoomThis fireside chat will explore how the financial system can directly influence the decarbonisation effort.
10TueNovLondon OxCAN Meetup10 Nov 2020, 17:30 – 18:30 GMTZoomCome and meet up other Oxford alums working in London across the spectrum of climate-focused disciplines and discuss how we can use this powerful community to hasten climate action.- 03TueNovOxCAN Connect Launch03 Nov 2020, 18:00 – 19:00 GMTAirmeetJoin us for the launch of OxCAN Connect! A new interactive monthly series from the OxCAN Team
27TueOctHow to Improve Climate Education for 14-18 Year Old's27 Oct 2020, 16:00 – 20:00 GMTZoomA meeting for those who are receiving questions about climate change from their students/children. The aim of this meeting is to share thoughts, ideas and resources, and to discuss how can best use Oxford's output on climate change. Please register on Eventbrite.