The North East talks decarbonisation.

Yes. Shift 2026 is free to attend. Places are limited, so you'll need to book in advance.

Shift is for everyone with an interest in how we respond to climate change and create meaningful change. Our audience brings together people from across the built environment and beyond, including architects, designers, engineers, students, policymakers, clients, business leaders and people working in sustainability.

Whether you work in the industry or simply want to be part of the conversation, you’re welcome at Shift.

Shift 2026 will take place at The Catalyst, Newcastle Helix, in Newcastle upon Tyne. The venue is well connected by Metro, train, bus and car, with Newcastle Central Station around a 10-minute walk away.

Shift is a full-day event. Registration will open in the morning at 8:30, with talks and sessions running throughout the day before the conference closes in the late afternoon. Full timings will be shared in the final programme closer to the event.

Yes. Food and refreshments will be provided throughout the day, with time built into the programme to eat and recharge.

Yes. The Catalyst is an accessible venue. We want Shift to be welcoming and comfortable for everyone, and accessibility information will be shared ahead of the event. Please contact us if you have any questions in the meantime.

If tickets sell out, we recommend joining the waiting list. Places can become available as plans change, and we’ll release any returned tickets where possible.

This year, we’re collaborating with People Planet Pint for a networking social after Shift. It’s a chance to keep the conversation going, meet more people and spend some time together away from the stage. Venue details will be announced soon.

We capture content from Shift each year, with talks, interviews and conversations shared afterwards through the Shift website and across our LinkedIn. You can also revisit content from previous years in the Shift Archive.