Wao Summit Event Programme

Journey to 2125
Equity at the Heart: Shaping a future for all as we look toward a thriving and regenerative future in 2125, one question sits at the core: how do we ensure that future is fair, inclusive, and just for everyone?

Your Climate Wake-Up Call
The challenges are real—but so is the opportunity. Join leading experts to explore how we can reignite momentum, embed long-term thinking, and centre climate action in every part of life.

Better Building Day
Better Building Day at the Wao Summit is the South Island’s premier event for builders, architects, and industry professionals, showcasing the latest in sustainable construction and design.

Feeding the Future
A thought-provoking panel exploring local to global strategies for food resilience, based on the Southern Lakes Kai Collective’s new roadmap for sustainable food futures.

Mata-Au, the Mighty Clutha
Join Dr. David Norton and Hamiora Gibson (better known as Sam the Trapman), for a kōrero on the vital role of nature-based solutions in enhancing landscape and ecosystem resilience.

This Climate Business
This session explores two key areas of the emissions challenge that businesses urgently need to get their head around - certification and finance.