Conferences can be exciting, but they can also feel overwhelming, particularly for those attending early in their careers. This event aims to create a space where participants can meet fellow researchers, exchange experiences, discuss common challenges and build connections that may continue throughout the conference and beyond.

The breakfast combines coffee and informal networking with a light, participant-led discussion activity. Upon arrival, participants will select a colour card corresponding to a conversation topic and join a small group of peers interested in the same theme. Topics range from fieldwork experiences and publication challenges to career choices and personal motivations for entering the field.

Throughout the event, participants will also be invited to contribute to a collaborative sticky-note wall reflecting on the question: “What do you wish you had known at the start of your PhD?”

The event is intentionally designed to be flexible and inclusive. Participants are welcome to actively engage in discussions or simply enjoy breakfast and informal conversations at their own pace. No preparation is required and there is no expectation to participate in any particular activity. Whether you are attending your first international conference or looking to expand your professional network, we hope this breakfast provides an enjoyable opportunity to meet colleagues, share experiences and start the day with good coffee and good company.

Registration is free but required for catering and logistical purposes. Register here.

As part of our commitment to enhancing accessibility and fostering global engagement within the environmental and resource economics community, a number of WCERE 2026 sessions will be available for online viewing free of charge.

The online programme will include:

• Plenary Sessions
• SPB Sessions
• Thematic Sessions

Free access is available to members of the following associations:

• AAERE – Asian Association of Environmental and Resource Economics
• AERE – Association of Environmental and Resource Economists
• AFAERE – African Association of Environmental and Resource Economists
• EAERE – European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists
• LAERE – Latin American Association of Environmental and Resource Economists

To receive access to the online streaming links, please register using the form below.

The full conference programme is available here. Please note that sessions can only be livestreamed with the consent of the speakers. As a result, some sessions may not be available online.

In addition, selected sessions may be recorded and made available for viewing after the conference.

We look forward to welcoming you online to WCERE 2026.