AGENDA

Full agenda

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Registration

Pick up your conference badge and  itinerary at registration, then pop back any time you have questions that you need answered or feedback that you would like to share. 

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Welcome and Opening Remarks

Join us as we kick off Sustainability in Tech, setting the stage for a day of innovation and collaboration.

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Note from the National Gallery
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Keynote: Can Logistics Go Low Carbon?

Logistics is one of the most emissions-heavy sectors — yet increasingly seen as a space for innovation. This session explores how a major courier company is overhauling operations through electrification, packaging innovation, and carbon reduction strategies. Valuable insights for anyone managing supply chains or distribution.

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Sponsored Session: Innovating for a Sustainable Future

In this sponsored keynote, we explore how vendors are aligning innovation with impact.

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Keynote: Net Zero by 2050: The Legislative Roadmap for UK Business

The UK has legally committed to reaching Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, but what does that mean for businesses operating today — especially in the tech sector? In this session, a government spokesperson will unpack the UK’s legislative journey toward Net Zero, exploring key policies, reporting obligations, and how the Paris Agreement is shaping national priorities. From Scope 3 emissions to ESG disclosures and sustainable procurement rules, attendees will gain a practical understanding of what’s already required, what’s coming next, and how to align business strategy with national goals.

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ESG in the IT Channel: What Keeps Leaders Up at Night

An interactive panel chat exploring the ESG challenges, pressures, and uncertainties uniquely affecting IT channel organisations. Gain insights into what leaders are prioritising, from regulatory compliance to sustainable operations, and hear how peers are navigating the evolving ESG landscape in tech.

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Sponsored Session: Technology with Purpose

A sponsored session showcasing how partners are driving sustainability in tech and shaping what comes next.

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Networking "Green" Lunch

Grab a bite of our sustainably sourced menu and share your thoughts with peers who share your passion for sustainability.

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Credible Claims: Navigating Green Compliance

Understand how to communicate your sustainability efforts responsibly and avoid greenwashing. This session covers green claim laws, regulatory requirements, and best practices for ensuring that your environmental messaging is accurate, transparent, and trustworthy.

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Sponsored Keynote: Shaping the Next Era of ESG in Tech

A partner-led session highlighting evolving approaches to ESG and what it means for the industry.

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Panel Discussion: The Social Side of Sustainability

While much of the ESG conversation often focuses on environmental commitments, the social dimension is equally vital for building a sustainable future. This session explores how technology vendors are embedding social value into their operations—expanding access to digital skills, creating opportunities in emerging markets, and fostering inclusive growth. By looking at real-world examples of vendors making significant strides, we’ll examine how purposeful action in the “S” of ESG can deliver both business resilience and transformative impact for communities worldwide.

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Sponsored Session: Unlocking the Power of Data

A sponsored session exploring how data is shaping decisions, driving innovation, and opening new opportunities for sustainable growth.

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Fireside Chat: Driving Business Value Through ESG

Discover how well-executed ESG initiatives can create tangible business value, enhance competitive advantage, and differentiate your organisation in the market. Explore opportunities such as B Corp certification, sustainable branding, and strategic ESG investments that deliver both impact and profitability.

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Networking and Refreshment Break

Information download! Share your thoughts with peers who share your passion for sustainability.

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Sustainability Quiz

An informal, interactive quiz session with surprising sustainability facts and light-hearted competition. Prizes for top scorers.

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Inclusive by Design: Microsoft’s Approach to Accessibility

A case study of Microsoft’s approach to accessibility, demonstrating how technology and organisational practices can be designed inclusively to benefit all users and employee.

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Closing Keynote: Extreme Conservation Conversations

Michaela Strachan shares powerful stories from around the world, exploring the climate crisis, innovative conservation solutions, and why urgent action and ambition are vital for nature’s recovery.

Speaker
TV Presenter
BBC
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Closing Remarks

Join us as we wrap up the day by reflecting on the powerful insights shared. We will highlight the key takeaways and the road ahead for driving sustainable innovation in tech, leaving you ready to take action

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Networking Break

Information download! Share your thoughts with peers who share your passion for sustainability. 

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Sustainability in Tech Awards

See which of our amazing 2025 Sustainability in Tech Awards finalists will take home the biggest prizes! 

Speaker
TV Presenter
BBC
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Champagne Reception

Share champagne and your thoughts with peers who share your passion for sustainability.