The Climate Futures We Dare to Imagine

What's next for climate action? 

Scientific consensus about climate change and its impacts, and the urgency for necessary changes, is clear. Yet some political leaders and groups that are opposed to climate action are increasingly vocal.  Is the way we talk about the science of climate change encouraging understanding, or widening the gaps? How can science help us imagine a better, safer future, and can it support a hopeful message that crosses the political spectrum?

With a keynote address from Professor Hannah Cloke OBE, floods and extreme weather scientist, join an expert panel for a lively debate about the next chapter in public and political narratives around climate change. When people already have enough to worry about, this event will show how you can use the power of human imagination to visualise a more positive.

• Free, but tickets must be booked in advance as spaces are limited. 

• If you have any access requirements, please contact the Box Office via boxoffice@reading.gov.uk or by calling 0118 960 6060 (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, availability may vary on show days) to discuss your needs rather than booking online.

  All Tickets Are General Admission.
  
  Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is part of Reading Climate Festival 2026 (6 - 20 June 2026).

Can't make it in person? You can also book to watch online instead.