This panel brings together leaders from energy, infrastructure and the built environment alongside academic experts to explore how cross-sector partnerships can accelerate real-world impact. Panellists will share how industry is integrating sustainability into operations, supply chains and investment decisions, and how universities contribute through applied research, innovation and talent development. The speakers will address:  

• Practical pathways for integrating net zero and sustainability strategies into operations, supply chains and business decisions 

• How industry-university partnerships can drive applied research, innovation pilots and scalable solutions  

• Building shared frameworks and tools so that collaboration and knowledge sharing can take place effectively.