The theme of SCS 2026 is “Climate Research: Science, Society, Actions”. What does this mean in practice for the programme – and why is this holistic approach so important?
– The overarching ambition is to connect the dots — from identifying knowledge gaps in climate research to understanding societal impacts and, importantly, translating insights into meaningful and effective actions. In practice, this means the programme has a wide spectrum: cutting-edge climate science, interdisciplinary perspectives, stakeholder engagement, policy discussions, and concrete examples of implementation. We want to showcase not only the challenges, but also the many opportunities we have to shape a sustainable future.
– It is important to highlight that climate change is not confined to one discipline, sector, or community and that we need to tackle this challenge by integrating our expertise.
If you had to highlight one reason why researchers, decision-makers or practitioners should not miss SCS, what would it be?
– It offers a rare opportunity to meet colleagues from disciplines and sectors we don’t usually meet in our work. Researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and innovators all gather around the same purpose: ensuring that climate knowledge leads to actions and societal change. The symposium is a great event to meet like-minded climate enthusiasts. I’m especially looking forward to the poster sessions — they offer a wide breadth of ongoing work, opportunities for junior and senior staff to meet and the short pitches can often spark exciting new collaborations.
After two years in Norrköping, SCS is now moving to Lund. How will the new location – and the experiences from previous years – influence this year's programme?
– This year’s programme is built on valuable feedback from previous symposia, aiming to represent an even broader range of perspectives — from fundamental science to stakeholder interaction and wider societal questions. Our goal is to create a dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring event where different communities can connect.
– The move to Lund brings exciting new possibilities. This year there are several dedicated side events, offering participants the chance to both socialise and explore Lund and its surroundings. These include visits to the Hyltemossa research station and the European Spallation Source, as well as the interactive “Create Your Future” workshop.
– We are truly looking forward to welcoming participants to Lund for engaging discussions, fresh ideas, and collaborative efforts to address the ever-growing climate challenges facing our society.
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Explore the programme: Programme Swedish Climate Symposium 2026
Registration (closes 15 April): Registration Swedish Climate Symposium