15/10/2026
Maynooth Futures Lecture Series | November 2026
What does the future hold for how we produce food, power our communities, move around, and access housing? Join us this November for the Maynooth Futures Lecture Series, a four-part public lecture programme co-hosted by the ICARUS Climate Research Centre, the Maynooth Branch of the Climate Justice Universities Union, Maynooth Green Campus, and the Department of Geography, in collaboration with Maynooth University Library. Featuring Maynooth University researchers, the series explores the future of food, energy, transportation, and housing through expert presentations and audience discussion.
🎟️ Admission is free, but advance booking is essential. Reserve your place via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/maynooth-futures-lecture-series-tickets-1997028102814
📅 Programme:
• 2 November | Future of Food
Rebecca Vining explores a just transition for Ireland's agri-food system, with a focus on seasonal work in fruit and vegetable production.
• 9 November | Future of Energy
Emanuela Ferrari and Prof. Jennie Stephens discuss the future of fossil fuels, community-owned renewable energy, and the impacts of rapid data centre expansion.
• 16 November | Future of Transportation
Conchúr Ó Maonaigh examines how a just transition can help shape lower-carbon transport systems and sustainable mobility.
• 23 November | Future of Housing
Dr Fiadh Tubridy explores housing and climate justice, and what fair and sustainable housing futures could look like.
📍 Maynooth University Library
⏰ Mondays, 7:00pm - 8:00pm