Since 2024, the French Embassy in the UK has been delighted to partner with EDHEC Alumni UK’s “Make an Impact for Good” sustainability programme to energise the France Alumni UK network through inspiring and high-quality events.
The next thought-provoking event will take place on 2^nd December and explore the crucial theme of “The Cities of Tomorrow.” ?

The EDHEC Centre for Net Positive Business’s Director, Prof. René Rohrbeck, will open the evening with a keynote on why new business models are key to fast-tracking our transition toward regenerative cities. 
 

He will then moderate a unique panel of experts to explore how the built environment industry, start-ups, public authorities, and investors can work together to design cities that give back more than they take, fostering vibrant, resilient, and inclusive urban spaces:  

• Frédéric Gal, Technical Director, Sustainable Development & Industrialisation, Bouygues UK 
• Emma Bushell, Assistant Director, Head of Energy and Sustainability, City of London Corporation 
• Alexander Picavet (EDHEC Alumnus 1996), Co-Founder, RecyNext 
• Samy Hamdan, Real Estate Investment Manager 

Find all details & register for your discounted France Alumni ticket here: https://bit.ly/42x66y4

Why you should join? 

• Discover the latest EDHEC research and emerging trends 
• Explore innovative solutions and real-world case studies  
• Gain insights from diverse sectors 
• Connect with leading sustainability professionals 

We look forward to welcoming you and shaping tomorrow’s cities together!