Join the Sheffield Culture & Climate Network for an inspiring event focused on shaping a greener future for our sector.
For this event, we bring together diverse voices – including artists, curators, local sustainability policy leaders, and industry experts – to share insights on environmental best practices and showcase creative responses to the climate crisis.
Event Schedule
09:30 Arrival, refreshments, and networking
09:50 Event start & introduction to the day
10:00 Presentations from:
- Richard Sulley, Senior Research Fellow in Sustainability Policy at the Grantham Centre
- Claire Buckley, Programme Lead, Julie’s Bicycle
- Maya Chowdhry, Interdisciplinary Artist and Activist
10:55 Workshop Part 1 – Imagining a Sustainable Cultural sector in Sheffield
11:15 Break
11:30 Workshop Part 2
11:45 Presentations from:
- Johann Meux, Inclusion Projects Manager & Alex May Covell, Interim Head of Live Events Access, Attitude is Everything
- Yinka Danmole, Creative Director, Abandon Normal Devices
11:45 Q&A with speakers
12:25 Workshop exercises to gather thoughts & ideas for activating action
12:45 Round up & event close
Getting here sustainably
Site Gallery is approximately a 3 minute walk from Sheffield train station, and a 6 minute walk from Sheffield Bus Station. There are railings available on Brown Street for bicycle parking. Please consider travelling to this event via active travel or public transport if you are able.
The Sheffield Culture & Climate Network was initiated in 2024 by Arts Catalyst & Site Gallery, to foster sustainability-focused connections within Sheffield’s arts community.
This event is part of Sheffield City Council’s Culture Activation Event series and is supported by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. You can read more about Sheffield’s strategy for Culture here. Sign up to Sheffield’s Culture Bulletin here.