What does a regenerative future look like in practice? How do we create systems that give back more to people, nature, and communities than they take? On Thursday 3 December, we launch our new white paper ‘Regenerative Futures’ during the winter edition of the Townhall at BlueCity in Rotterdam. Together with experts from academia, practice and governmental organizations and pioneers from the BlueCity ecosystem, we will explore this emerging paradigm of regeneration and how relationships and collaboration are key in accelerating the transition towards a better future for all. Come and join the conversation!
In recent years, the concept of regeneration has gained significant popularity. Across different fields such as agriculture, nature conservation, architecture, urban development, business and design, it can sometimes seem like the new buzzword. But what does regeneration actually mean? And what does it add to existing concepts such as sustainability and circularity? Is it a new methodology, a design principle? And most importantly, how do we translate regenerative principles into practice?
These questions were the starting point of our white paper.
During a co-creation session in May 2026, 35 researchers, entrepreneurs and policymakers explored how regenerative principles are already being applied across different sectors and disciplines, and what these examples can teach us about building societies that restore rather than deplete ecosystems and societies.
Rather than offering a definitive answer, the whitepaper is an invitation to deepen collaboration and continue exploring what regeneration can mean in practice.
Join us during this Townhall and get inspired by experts and pioneers who will share their practical experiences, challenges, and learnings. Connect with each other, exchange ideas and discover what we can create together when we start looking at each other and the world around us through a regenerative lens.
Program (more information coming soon):
16.30 Walk in
17.00-18.15 Program
18.15-19.30 Experience and connect
Location
Balzaal, BlueCity Rotterdam
Maasboulevard 100
3063 NS Rotterdam
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