Dialogue Between Disciplines 2026
What is Dialogue Between Disciplines?
The Institution of Environmental Sciences is at the forefront of uniting the interdisciplinary field of environmental science around a shared goal: to work with speed, vision, and expertise to solve the world’s most pressing environmental challenges, together.
IES members have expertise in areas such as air quality, land condition, and water. These operate as distinct areas within the IES through our Communities and partner organisations. However, environmental issues do not fit neatly into boxes. Each specialism interacts with others, and often they use different terminology, assessment methodologies, and approaches. This can lead to siloed thinking and difficulties when assessments are brought together through processes such as a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and can lead to sub-optimal environmental outcomes.
Unlocking multi-functional solutions to the interlinked crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution depends on effective interdisciplinary working, knowledge sharing, and application of systems thinking approaches.
To bridge these gaps, we are proud to present the third Dialogue Between Disciplines conference, which will work to actively build upon the conversations and outcomes of the previous two years. The conference is dedicated to fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing between environmental professionals from across specialisms and sectors. We invite environmental scientists, practitioners, policymakers, and social scientists from across specialisms to come together in a shared mission to find sustainable solutions to the triple crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, with the aim of championing solutions and practical action.
In recent years we have welcomed new communities to the IES, and this is an opportunity to bring them all together. We welcome members from the CEDHE, Climate Action, EIA, EPIC, FWR, IAQM, Land Condition, Marine & Coastal, and NCLOG Communities.
Draft Agenda
The draft agenda offers a fantastic array of expert speakers, as well as workshops, panel discussions, dedicated time for interactivity/Q&A, and many opportunities to network.
Ticket Prices
Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Member | £170 |
| Standard | £210 |
| Discounted* | £110 |
Discounted ticket* for those working for a local authority, NGO/charity, academia & research, students/graduates (not yet in employment), those who are retired, on a career break, or out of work.
Bookings will close at 5pm on Friday 18th September.
If you need help to make a business case to attend, use our Business Case to Attend Dialogue Between Disciplines 2026 document. Fill in the blanks and adjust to your circumstances.
Who should attend Dialogue Between Disciplines?
Environmental consultants | Environmental scientists and researchers | Academics | Regulators | Industry professionals | Local authority officers | Policy makers | PhD students | Public bodies | NGOs & Professional body staff
Whether you are an environmental consultant at the forefront of delivering environmental projects, a scientist, or researcher uncovering new insights into environmental processes, a policymaker shaping the laws that protect our planet, a technology innovator creating sustainable solutions, or an advocate raising awareness about environmental issues, your voice is essential. Dialogue Between Disciplines is the perfect platform to share your ideas, learn from others, and play a leading role in supporting a unified approach to solving the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.
Join us at the Dialogue Between Disciplines conference and be part of a movement towards a more sustainable and resilient future. Together, we can turn interdisciplinary dialogue into decisive action for our planet.
Exhibiting at Dialogue Between Disciplines
We are excited to introduce the WWF as an exhibitor at Dialogue Between Disciplines.
Founded in 1961, WWF is the world’s leading independent conservation organisation working in more than 100 countries to create solutions to the most important environmental challenges facing the planet so that people and nature can thrive.
Would you like to sponsor or exhibit?
Sponsoring or exhibiting at Dialogue Between Disciplines offers a unique opportunity for organisations to align themselves with a pioneering event that seeks to address the world's most urgent environmental challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Here are just a few reasons why you should consider sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference:
- High-Impact Networking: This conference brings together professionals from a wide range of disciplines and sectors, all united by their dedication to solving environmental challenges.
- Contribute to Meaningful Dialogue: Your organisation will contribute to fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration across disciplines.
- Signal your commitment to environmental improvement: Your organisation will be at the forefront of discussions aimed at improving environmental outcomes and unlocking multiple benefits across specialisms and sectors.
- Showcase Innovation: The conference focuses on championing solutions and practical action. Sponsoring provides a platform to showcase your organisation’s innovations and initiatives in environmental sustainability.
The Exhibitor and Sponsorship Pack gives further details and also outlines the benefits of sponsoring, as these vary across the bronze, silver and gold packages.
Supporting Partners
Increasing the Visibility & Impact of Environmental Social Science
ACCESS is a 5-year project which champions the role of social science in tackling environmental problems.
We increase the reach of environmental social science (ESS) – encouraging the use of ESS evidence and approaches within policymaking.
And we build capacity and confidence in environmental social scientists – supporting more meaningful collaboration across disciplines and sectors.
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Accessibility
If you anticipate needing any type of assistance to fully participate in the conference, please email Sian Kear, Events & Training Lead at: events@the-ies.org to discuss further.
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