Cork #4 - Climate rebels
Thu, 29 May
|Cork, The Pav
Meet the radical changemakers taking bold action with big impact and defying the status quo, from entrepreneurs to educators, scientists to activists and everyone in between.
Time & Location
29 May 2025, 18:00 – 22:00
Cork, The Pav, 13 Carey's Ln, Centre, Cork, T12 RD00, Ireland
About the event
"At a time when the world is divided politically on Climate Action there has never been a more pressing need for our industry to align, Climate Cocktail Club is bringing the best in our region together for this event and together our voices are stronger." Paul Murphy, CEO, Climeaction
Bold, disruptive and unapologetically urgent—Climate Rebels is a celebration of those tearing up the rulebook to drive real change for people and the planet. From fearless activists and radical entrepreneurs to leaders pushing the limits of what's possible, this event spotlights the individuals reshaping Ireland’s climate and nature future. Who are the disruptors challenging business-as-usual, and what can we learn from their defiant optimism? Join us for an electrifying evening of rebellion, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of a better world - live from the Rebel County.
Join us for an evening of inspirational speakers, art, culture, science, cocktails and more, generously supported by Climeaction. Hosted by the perpetually inspiring Tara Shine and co-curated by B Lab Ireland and Change by Degrees, the event will provide a who's who of leaders born, raised or blown into Cork. Delicious and free cocktails will be provided by our Official Cocktail Partner Diageo, upon arrival and while stocks last. Its the best of night out in Cork but with all the sustainability jazz hands you can throw in for good measure!
EVENT SCHEDULE
1800 - Doors open (cocktails and networking)
1845 - Kick off - Leadership on the front lines of climate action: Tara Shine
1905 - Creative response to climate and ecological crises - Exploring the KinShip Project: Marilyn Lennon and Sean Taylor
1925 - Fireside chat - Impact, oceans and leadership: Val Cummins
1950 - Rebel stories - Pioneering entrepreneurs creating positive impact: Fionna Kelleher and Tom Cotter
2010 - Panel - Real rebels innovating and breaking boundaries: Madeline McKeever, Killian O'Connor and Paul Murphy
2055 - Close: Tara Shine
2100 - Cocktails and networking
2200 - Doors close
SPEAKERS
Tara Shine, CEO, Change by Degrees (Event Host)
Sean Taylor, Artist and Educator, LennonTaylor; Lecturer, Limerick School of Art & Design
Marilyn Lennon, Artist and Educator, LennonTaylor; Lecturer, Munster Technological University
Val Cummins, Chief Impact Officer & Portfolio Director (Ireland), Simply Blue Group
Fionna Kelleher, CEO, MyGug
Tom Cotter, CEO, OCEANR
Madeline McKeever, Founder & Owner, Brown Envelope Seeds
Killian O'Connor, Managing Director, Strategic Partnerships, Zartis
Paul Murphy, CEO, Climeaction
TICKETS
In true CCC style, the event is open to all, but the space is limited, so buy your tickets early to ensure you have a spot.
PARTNERS
We are proud to be supported by our event partners. Contact us to support the mission and become a partner to the Climate Cocktail Club. We need your sponsorship to ensure our events are successful. We have a limited number of event partner and sponsor opportunities - please get in touch (info@climatecocktailclub.org).
OFFICIAL COCKTAIL PARTNER - IRELAND
LEAD PARTNER
Climeaction delivers Climate Action and Responsible Business Solutions to help large businesses cut emissions, boost efficiency, and meet climate goals. We specialise in industrial energy consulting, decarbonisation, and digital tools. Our FAST approach and Energybee platform deliver measurable impact across manufacturing, corporates, and supply chains in Ireland and the U.S.
BRAND PARTNER
THINKHOUSE is one of the world’s leading independent agencies. Powered by youth culture, its digital-first, future-fit marketing is for progressive brands that care about people and planet. The company transforms and empowers organisations and teams by helping shift mindsets and adopt new ways of looking at the world - through the lens of the next generation. THINKHOUSE’s innovative, creative work is a vehicle for change, born out of its mission to have a positive impact on the lives of younger generations, now and into the future. www.thinkhousehq.com
DELIVERY PARTNER
ERINN Innovation is an impact driven company dedicated to advancing sustainable development through national and EU projects, initiatives, and services. We aim to connect and engage diverse stakeholders to bridge gaps, foster dialogue, and build a sustainable future for all. Some of the impactful initiatives we support include Peatland Finance Ireland, an initiative aiming to secure financing for large-scale peatland restoration in Ireland. We’re also collaborating with the University of Galway under the EU LIFE Peatlands & People project to conceptualise a Climate House for Ireland, a transformative visitor experience and Ireland’s leading climate impact venue, which will be located in the midlands. We’re also involved in the Irish Ocean Literacy Network, which has the vision to achieve an Ocean Literate society across the island of Ireland.
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
KPMG Sustainable Futures is a dedicated cross-functional team of experts who help corporates and public sector clients plan and execute programmes addressing ESG topics, decarbonisation, and long-term value creation. At KPMG, we believe that organisations that rise to these challenges and show leadership will be rewarded by their stakeholders and gain access to new opportunities. Those businesses that fail to act may put their margins and even business models at risk. Whether your organisation is just beginning its sustainability journey, reporting on its progress, or financing new initiatives, we have the knowledge and the people to support you.
INDEPENDENT ADVISORY FOR CLIMATE, NATURE AND COMMUNITY IMPACT. We unleash changemakers with the insights, solutions and partnerships they need to reach set goals. We supercharge purpose-driven brands, organisations and social enterprises across the world. We are honest, transparent and fiercely independent. We strive for a just, equitable and thriving planet.
CURATION PARTNER
B Lab Ireland is part of a global nonprofit network that creates economic systems change through standards, policies, tools, and programs for business, and certifies companies—known as B Corps™—who are leading the way. B Corps are companies verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Globally there are now over 9,600 B Corps in 100+ countries, across 160 industries, employing over 960,000 people.
Change by Degrees helps people and organisations to build sustainability skills and gain confidence to meet sustainability targets, grow business and comply with regulations. They offer people-centred blended learning through their digital learning platform. Training is led by an expert team and is focused on the practical skills learners need to do their jobs differently – driving real value, delivering strategy targets, and contributing to the professional development of individuals.
They provide theme- and function-specific courses for all levels, from EU regulations like CSRD and leadership training to CPD-certified foundational training for all staff. Change by Degrees is B Corp certified and a CPD Accredited Provider, founded by experts in sustainability, education, science communication and employee engagement, complemented by a team of experts in digital learning.