Early next month, Innovatek’s Carbon Forestry 2026 conference is on in Rotorua. The August 4 and 5 conference arrives at a critical juncture as the industry shifts its focus toward the emerging era of Natural Capital.
As climate policy and global investment converge, Carbon Forestry 2026 will provide forest managers, investors, and landowners with the clarity needed to navigate a volatile market and a complex regulatory landscape.
“We are no longer just talking about carbon sequestration,” says John Stulen, Director at Innovatek, and Carbon Forestry 2026 programme manager. “We are entering a period where forestry and climate policy are being viewed through the lens of a global Natural Capital asset class. This event is designed to provide practical insights for those making long-term land-use and investment decisions.”
The 2026 programme features a line-up of local and international experts, including:
Hon Simon Watts, Minister of Climate Change: Providing direct updates on New Zealand Government policy directions.
David Brand (International Sustainable Forestry Coalition Chairman): Delivering a global keynote on the “Natural Capital Asset Class.”
Eva Murray (Climate Change Commission) and John Saunders (Te Uru Rākau): Offering a deep dive into the latest ETS regulations and independent expert advice.
Nigel Brunel (MAREX): Leading a specialised breakfast session on carbon trading market dynamics.
Felix Brandt and David Crawley (Stand Forestry): Sharing practical strategies for balancing forestry operations with carbon value forecasting.
For more information on the programme, speakers, and registration, visit https://innovatek.co.nz/event/carbon-forestry-2026/
