Stories from the Frontline: Women in Food & Climate Action – Recap

Women in the Food Industry London Climate Action Week Event

As part of London Climate Action Week, our panel on 23rd June 2026 brought together three pioneering women working across the food industry to explore how businesses can integrate health outcomes into climate strategies and sustainability plans.

Our climate, food, and health systems are deeply interconnected – and transforming one requires rethinking them all.

From regenerative agriculture practices to shifting consumer behaviour, our conversation highlighted the real opportunities – and responsibilities – facing the sector today.

What attendees gained:

• Insight into the intersection of food, climate, and public health
• Practical perspectives from industry leaders
• Discussion on how businesses can move from sustainability to impact
• Opportunities for audience Q&A and networking

✨ Inspiring Speakers
We heard from leading voices in food:

• Abby Rose – a soil health advocate, farmer and co-founder of Vidacycle, a platform helping vineyards improve soil health through regenerative practices. Abby also co-founded the award-winning Farmerama Radio podcast, which has become a leading voice in the global regenerative agriculture movement. Through her work across the UK, Chile and beyond, she is helping shape the conversation around the future of farming, food and ecological resilience.

• Bettina Campolucci Bordi – an acclaimed plant-based chef, author and educator whose work champions seasonal, local and waste-free cooking. Drawing on her Danish, Tanzanian and Bulgarian heritage, Bettina has inspired thousands through her cookbooks, retreats, workshops and recipe development, demonstrating how plant-forward food can be both accessible and deeply enjoyable. Her mission is to encourage more people to embrace a diet that is better for both people and planet.

• Belinda Ng – a sustainability consultant, youth advocate and founder of SustainaPod, a youth-led organisation empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders. Alongside her work advising businesses on sustainability strategy, Belinda leads initiatives tackling food poverty and improving food education, while championing youth engagement in creating a more equitable and sustainable food system.

• Hosted by Mex Ibrahim – Co-founder of Women in the Food Industry and award-winning advocate for equality, sustainability and ethical food.

It was a morning of thoughtful conversation, practical ideas, and a chance to connect with others passionate about creating a better food future.

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE PHOTOS AND TAKEAWAYS FROM THE DAY.

In the meantime you may like to see our recaps of our Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2026 London and Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2026 Yorkshire events.