Beyond Adaptation - Barriers & Conflict in Climate Adaptation
Tracks
Beyond Adaptation
| Tuesday, October 14, 2025 |
| 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM |
Speaker
Ms Ariane Bray
PhD Candidate
University of Otago
Just adaptation in Aotearoa New Zealand: Exploring operational and structural barriers
1:45 PM - 2:00 PMBiography
Ariane Bray is a final year PhD candidate at the University of Otago, School of Geography.
Miss Monique Eade
Associate Consultant (Climate Response)
Jacobs
Funding relocation on a shoe-string budget: the Amberley Beach case study
2:30 PM - 2:45 PMBiography
Monique works with Councils across New Zealand to support communities in adapting to the impacts of climate change. She works closely with technical experts and local communities, bridging the gap between complex technical information and user comprehension. This enables communities to find innovative solutions tailored to their unique situations.
Mr Palash Sanyal
Lecturer
University of Saskatchewan
Adaptive leadership and conflict management for climate resilience
2:30 PM - 3:15 PMBiography
Palash Sanyal, PMP, CPF, GCB.D: A sustainability and governance expert specializing in conflict-sensitive adaptation. He has led training for the World Bank, IAIA, and academic institutions, focusing on climate resilience, water security, and stakeholder negotiation.
Dr Alison Floyd
Senior Advisor Climate Resilience
Urban Intelligence
Resistance in the regions: harnessing local knowledge and leadership in climate resilience and adaptation planning
2:45 PM - 3:00 PMBiography
Alison is a social scientist and environmental lawyer with expertise in place-based development, path dependency and building community resilience during periods of transitions and adaptation. At Urban Intelligence, Alison supports local governments and communities to integrate evidence-based decisions into their climate adaptation programs.
