Fairfield House Talk: A Slender Path To A Thriving Future

Join Lindsay Wood for a thought-provoking and visually engaging presentation at Fairfield House, exploring his journey through emerging science, climate policy mapping and the search for practical hope.

Drawing on decades of experience, Lindsay will discuss the meaning behind the Hope Attractor, a computer-simulated future scenario developed by the Cascade Institute in Canada. He will also explain why viewing climate challenges through a wide-boundary lens can help us navigate an uncertain future.

After the presentation, you're warmly invited to enjoy light snacks, soup and an informal catch-up with other locals who are passionate about climate action in Nelson Tasman.

A career architect, Lindsay was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2024 for services to environmental sustainability and climate change awareness. He is the director of Resilienz Ltd., where he works as a sustainability consultant, and shares insights on climate change through his newsletter and radio programme.

How do we create a long-term “happy place” on Earth?

What agency do we have to shape it?

And what exactly is the "Hope Attractor"?

A light meal will be provided

This event is part of the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum's annual Climate Action Festival, check out all other events on our website - https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/2026-climate-action-festival/