Chichester Research Festival Day event
Step into a world of ideas shaping Chichesters future!
- Learn how the Native Oyster Project in Emsworth Harbour is bringing back a delicacy—while naturally cleaning the water.
- Discover where and how new homes can be built better in our area, balancing community needs with sustainability.
- Get inspired by the latest solar farm technology powering a greener tomorrow.
- Play interactive games created by students of the Architectural Association and see their bold, innovative visions for a sustainable future.
- Learn about how to build a wooden catamaran, speak to flood engineers, learn about the research conducted in the area by academics from leading universities and much more.
Join us for a day of collaboration and discovery as we bring together researchers, local stakeholders, community members, academics, and professionals from the area and around the world to explore the issues shaping a sustainable and thriving Chichester.
Afternoon (12.304.30 pm): An interactive fair featuring workshops and displays from over 20 contributors—explore innovative projects, connect with local initiatives, and discover new ideas.
Evening (5-7.30 pm): Lectures by Angie Richards from Floating Lab -
Dr Ed Barsley, from The Environmental design studio - Lotti Johns, from Harbour Oysters and..
The event is organised by Chichester Laboratory (Chi-Lab), a collaborative initiative bringing together researchers, professionals, community members and local stakeholders to develop sustainable, future-proof solutions for Europe's largest coastal realignment site.
