Vega Symposium 2026 with Johan Rockström

Join us for the Vega Day 2026 symposium titled “Navigating Humanity’s Future on Earth” at the prestigious Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm! This important gathering brings together researchers, students, and the public to explore vital topics such as:

• The limits of the climate system
• The pivotal role of the biosphere
• Justice in a warming world
• Legal transformations based on new Earth system understandings

This year, we celebrate the achievements of Professor Johan Rockström, Director at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Professor in Earth System Science, who will receive the Vega Medal 2026 for his significant contributions to physical geography.

Featured Speakers:

• Johan Rockström – Update of the State of the Planet 🌎
• Katherine Richardson – The role of life in the Earth system 🌱
• Louis J. Kotzé – The Earth System: A New Constitution for Law? ⚖️
• Emily Boyd – No Return to Ithaca? Who Gets to Stay in a Warming World? 🌡️

The event is free of charge and open to everyone! Don't miss the engaging poster session and discussion as well.

📍 Location: Beijersalen, Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, Lilla Frescativägen 4 A, Stockholm

For more information, visit the event page.