Dublin # 9 - Nature, Naturally

Learn what it will take to transform our landscapes at scale through nature-first, community-led and landowner-enabled solutions, where culture, biodiversity and opportunity go hand in hand. The case for nature delivered naturally through inclusive participation is real and can be realised here in Ireland, despite it being Europe's most nature depleted country.

Join us for an evening of inspirational speakers, art, culture, cocktails and more. Curated in partnership with Hometree, Dublin # 9 has a knock-out lineup of experts to reimagine the future of nature in Ireland.

EVENT SCHEDULE

1900 - Doors open (cocktails and networking)

1945 - Kick off and welcome

1950 - Feature immersive experience

2005 - Keynote presentation

2025 - Fireside chat

2045 - Panel discussion

2130 - Closing remarks (cocktails and networking)

2230 - Close

EVENT DETAILS

We open with Living Rhythms an experimental audio-visual performance that explores the past, present, and regenerative futures of rural Ireland. Part of the Dinnseanchas project, this piece is inspired by the Atlantic uplands and the community of Lyreacrompane in North Kerry. Through a collage of sound, visuals, and narrative, Living Rhythms invites audiences to tune into the subtle rhythms of place and reconsider their relationship with rural spaces. Expertly created by Heather Griffin and Patrick Mulvihill both artists-in-residence for Hometree's Dinnseanchas initiative.

Matt and Ray follow with the keynote presentation, framing the challenge and opportunity with breathtaking visuals and sharp narrative, equipping the audience with context and topics the panel will chew over. Followed by a fireside chat with renowned international nature restoration leader Dr Dan Exton of rePLANET. The panel will explore and unpack the nuance, barriers, conflict, opportunities and pathways forward. From what nature and restoration really means, to the role of policy and State, to the fundamental participation of communities and farmers. Learn from the experts what it will really take to meet our ambitious goals and expectations for thriving landscapes across Ireland. The evening will be closed with summary, key takeaways and call to action from Shane McGuinness.

SPEAKERS

• Matthew Smith, CEO, Hometree (keynote)

• Ray Ó Foghlú, Development Lead, Hometree (keynote/chair)

• Dr Dan Exton, Director of Strategy, rePLANET (fireside chat/panellist)

• Professor Yvonne Buckley, Co-Director of the Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water; and Professor of Zoology, Trinity College Dublin (panellist)

• Marina Conway, Former CEO, Western Forestry Co-op (panellist)

• Thomas Duffy, Former Macra President & CEJA VP; and Dairy Farmer (panellist)

• Shane McGuinness, Peatland Finance Ireland (closing remarks)

• Tom Popple, CEO, BE IMPACTFUL; and Founder, Climate Cocktail Club (host)

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. We have individual tickets and table reservations (five tickets).

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.

2024 Official Cocktail Partner - Dublin

Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our brands are driving the success of Irish whiskey globally. We are proud to have announced our ambitious roadmap, already underway, which will see scope 1 & 2 energy emissions reduced across our distilling operations at our distillery in Midleton in 2026.

Irish Distillers is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand-building, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes ABSOLUT vodka, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, and more. The Pernod Ricard mission is to ensure the long-term development of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive, and responsible culture of authentic conviviality.

Dublin #9 - Official Partner

Hometree

Founded in 2014, what began as a tree-planting charity grew into a project that endeavours to deeply connect people with nature, and facilitates a wide variety of fundamental projects to address both Ireland’s declining biodiversity and the unfolding climate challenge. Launching the Wild Atlantic Rainforest Project in 2022, it aims to restore large landscapes and complex ecosystems while remaining connected to the communities living, visiting, and working there is the challenge of our lifetimes. The Wild Atlantic Rainforest Project will address this challenge by protecting fragments of Ireland’s ancient oceanic woodlands and creating new woodlands where they once existed. We envision these wild spaces woven through a patchwork landscape of blanket bogs, species-rich grasslands, and vibrant human communities. 

Supporting Partners

ERINN Innovation is an impact driven company working on national and EU projects, initiatives and services in support of sustainable development. For this climate cocktail club event we would like to highlight our work supporting Peatland Finance Ireland, an initiative working to establish and ensure the management of a national and catchment scale financing system for peatland restoration in Ireland, which includes the development of an Irish peatland restoration standard that rewards carbon, biodiversity and other impacts, feeding into the development of broader standards for Irish landscape restoration. If you are interested in learning more, contact us at info@peatlandfinance.ie.

KPMG Ireland

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.

BE IMPACTFUL

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.

Ballintubbert Gardens & House

We believe that a natural working environment inspires creative thought and a healthy working practice. Ballintubbert Gardens & House offers a stunning, eco-conscious venue nestled in Ireland’s countryside. This unique space is known for its sustainable practices and organic gardening. Rich in biodiversity, the extensive gardens blend beautifully with the historic house, providing a serene and green setting for weddings, retreats, and corporate events. Guests are immersed in nature while supporting a commitment to environmental stewardship. This feeds our souls and our inspiration as well as our Environmental and Sustainable Goals.

COLLABORATORS

Living Rhythms (Amicitia)

Living Rhythms is an experimental audio-visual performance that explores the past, present, and regenerative futures of rural Ireland. Part of the Dinnseanchas project, this piece is inspired by the Atlantic uplands and the community of Lyreacrompane in North Kerry. Through a collage of sound, visuals, and narrative, Living Rhythms invites audiences to tune into the subtle rhythms of place and reconsider their relationship with rural spaces.

www.makenice.ie | instagram makenice_hg | www.amicitia.org

Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water

The new Co-Centre will deliver solutions to the most pressing challenges posed by climate change, biodiversity decline and water degradation across Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain.

PARTNERSHIPS

We have a limited number of event partner opportunities - please get in touch (info@climatecocktailclub.org).