Urban Landscape Summit

2026 Urban Landscape Summit

Rooted in Reality: Practical Solutions for Changing Urban Landscapes
April 21-22, 2026

University of Florida Research and Academic Center – Lake Nona
Lake Nona Medical City
6550 Sanger Rd.
Orlando, FL 32827

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The Urban Landscape Summit brings together leading experts, scientists, industry professionals, state agencies and utility providers to discuss Florida’s landscape challenges and build resilient, sustainable communities.

The 2026 summit will be two days of focused discussion on Florida’s evolving landscape and urban development issues. Topics will include the future of water governance, population growth and the impact on water supply, turf’s place in a resilient landscape, urban heat management and more. External partners will present on the challenges facing their industry, agencies and all of Florida to conserve water. Discussion panels will feature developers, builders and water management professionals about the future of Florida water.

The summit is held every two years. Join other IFAS researchers, community developers, landscape architects, government agencies and many others in 2026 as we explore how to build resiliency through water conservation.

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Accommodations

The host hotel is full. However, rooms are still available at the alternative hotel, Hampton Inn Orlando Southeast Nona. Less than four miles from the summit, it’s a quick drive down Laureate Blvd.

Hampton Inn Orlando Southeast Nona
10002 Eagle Creek Sanctuary Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32832

Reservation information at Hampton Inn Orlando Southeast Nona

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orlando Lake Nona (FULL)
13700 Boggy Creek Rd.
Orlando, Florida 32824

Questions about the summit? Please contact:

Rebecca Clapp, Communications Manager
Center for Land Use Efficiency (CLUE)
Office: 352-273-4511
rmclapp@ufl.edu

You can find all of the 2024 Urban Landscape Summit presentations online as a playlist on our YouTube channel.