BE.Hive: Behavioral Insights to Environmental Impacts
Join us for a day of science, surprises, and inspiration as we explore the evidence that supports applying behavioral and social sciences to the world’s greatest environmental challenges.
Registration
Tickets for BE.Hive 2024
All ticket prices include cost of admission, lunch, and access to all sessions and activities.
| Early bird admission (Ends February 29, 2024) |
$199 | Register now |
| Regular admission (March 1 – June 11, 2024) |
$299 | Register now |
Rare believes that behavioral science should be accessible.
We have a limited number of reduced rate tickets ($49 early bird, $99 regular) and full scholarship tickets available to ease the cost for small non-profit organizations, underrepresented communities, and those with limited access to professional development funds. Requests for a reduced rate or full scholarship are determined on an individual basis.
Applications closed.
Ticket Refund Policy
All tickets are valid for the named attendee. You may transfer your seat to a friend or colleague by emailing behavior@rare.org up to June 10, 2024. No refunds will be issued after May 31, 2024.
About BE.Hive
About Rare’s largest behavioral science event
Nearly 400 people filled Grosvenor Auditorium at National Geographic in Washington, D.C. for BE.Hive: Climate Change Needs Behavior Change in 2019, a day-long summit exploring solutions to climate change through the lens of human behavior.
A growing movement for behavioral solutions
Join Rare’s Center for Behavior & the Environment (BE.Center) as the magic returns in June 2024 with BE.Hive: Behavioral Insights to Environmental Impacts in Washington, D.C. at Arena Stage, the Mead Center for American Theater. Whether you’re looking to change yourself, nudge your peers, or move society, this one-day summit uniting environmental changemakers, behavioral scientists, designers and thought leaders will be an event you don’t want to miss!
BE.Hive: Behavioral Insights to Environmental Impacts is a one-day summit that will explore the role of behavioral insights in environmental interventions and conservation outcomes that have been achieved as a result of behavioral and social sciences.
Agenda
Conference Agenda
Expect a day filled with notable speakers, interactive games, and exciting new behavioral solutions. Sessions will relate to biodiversity conservation, agriculture and land management, climate change, water, plastic pollution, and more! Final schedule subject to change.
Time |
Session |
| 9:00 am | Opening Start your day with a warm welcome to set the stage for an inspiring event! Featuring: Kevin Green (Rare) and Nick Thune (Comedian and Actor) |
| 9:20 am | What is behavior change for the environment? Learn some of the principles of behavioral and social sciences and how they can be applied to the environmental sector. Featuring: Erik Thulin (Rare) |
| 9:30 am | What evidence-based impacts have been achieved as a result of behavioral science? Explore case studies for how organizations are tackling environmental and health challenges using behavioral and social sciences. Featuring: Priya Shyamsundar (The Nature Conservancy), Chavanne Hanson (Google Food), Louise Bruce (The Recycling Partnership), Tristan Dickerson (Panthera), and Erik Thulin, moderator (Rare) |
| 10:20 am — 10:40 am |
Break Take a quick break to recharge and network. |
| 10:45 am | Prove It! The game show. Featuring: Matt Wallaert (BeSci.io and author), Jeffrey Lees (Princeton University), and Crystal Hall (University of Washington) |
| 11:05 am | How do we measure success (or failure)? Find out how experts measure the impact of their efforts and why it matters. Featuring: Richard Margoluis (Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation), Jorge Luis Castaneda (The World Bank Group), and Crystal Hall (University of Washington) |
| 11:40 am | How do we use behavioral insights to bring more people to the environmental movement? Hear inspiring stories from leaders who have leveraged behavioral principles to onboard more people to the environmental movement. Featuring: Jennifer Morris (The Nature Conservancy), Kwolanne Felix (Black Girl Environmentalist), Jeffrey Lees (Princeton University), Oliver Jeffers (Artist and bestselling author), and Philipe Bujold, moderator (Rare) |
| 12:30 pm — 1:40 pm |
Lunch Enjoy your lunch break with a plant-rich meal (included), network, pick up a paintbrush, and prepare for more exciting sessions. |
| 1:45 pm | How do we use behavioral insights to motivate consumer change? Delve into the research and case studies for going beyond awareness into action using TV, social media, and other communications channels. Featuring: John Baker (WildAid), Caty Borum (American University), Brooke Betts (Rare), and Natalia Paine, moderator (Rare) |
| 2:30 pm | What is the additive value of these approaches? Discover the insights, research, and evidence surrounding the value that behavioral and social sciences can contribute to our work. Featuring: Michael Hallsworth (Behavioural Insights Team) and Jeremy Douglas (Delterra) |
| 2:55 pm | How does individual behavior change relate to policy reform or corporate change? Explore what the research shows on the interplay between individual action and systemic change. Featuring: Carlos Alvarado (Former President of Costa Rica), Sara Constantino (Northeastern University), Marcus Trenfield (Boston College), Sandra Geiger (University of Vienna), and Kevin Green, moderator (Rare) |
| 3:30 pm — 3:50 pm |
Break Another short break to stretch and network. |
| 3:55 pm | How do you scale behavior change across countries, regions and the world? Discover how behavior change can be built into national, regional, and global programs for widespread impact. Featuring: Brett Jenks (Rare) and Rocky Sanchez Tirona (Rare) |
| 4:30 pm | Where do we go from here? How can you grow behavioral science in your organization? Dig into how to grow behavioral science in your organization. Featuring: Matt Wallaert (BeSci.io and author), Caleb McClennen (Rare), Rocky Sanchez Tirona (Rare), and Michael Hallsworth (Behavioural Insights Team) |
| 4:55 pm | Closing Wrap up the day with final thoughts and key takeaways to inspire the future of behavior change for the environment. Featuring: Kevin Green (Rare) |
Speakers
BE.Hive 2024 Speakers
Check back often for additional speaker announcements! Here’s a few of who you can expect to see.
Event Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Transportation
Transportation to BE.Hive 2024
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater is located at 1101 6th St SW, Washington, D.C., 20024 and is accessible via public transportation.
Public transportation
Metro
The Waterfront station, on the Green line, is located one block east of Arena Stage at 4th and M Streets SW.
Metrobuses
Stops are located next to the theater as well as across from and slightly north of the theater entrance.
Parking garages
The Mead Center for American Theatre Parking
1101 6th St SW, Washington D.C., 20024
The entrance to the parking garage is accessible from the northbound lane of Maine Avenue.
L’Enfant Plaza Parking
370 and 950 L’Enfant Plaza SW
L’Enfant Plaza provides ample parking and is just a few blocks from the Southwest Waterfront and less than one mile from The Mead Center for American Theatre.
Colonial Parking
Located just off Main Avenue SW one block south from the Municipal Fish Market.
Wharf Parking Garage 3
602 Water St SW, Washington D.C., 20024
SP+ Parking
1101 4th St SW, Washington D.C., 20024
1100 4th St SW Garage
1100 4th St SW, Washington D.C., 20024
Wharf Parking Garage 1 – 7th St Circle Entrance
700 Water St SW, Washington D.C., 20024
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
I can no longer attend, can I send someone else in my place?
Yes! You may transfer your seat to a friend or colleague by emailing behavior@rare.org up to June 10, 2024. No refunds can be issued at this time.
Will there be lunch? Is it allergen-friendly?
Yes! We will be serving a vegetarian lunch with gluten-free and vegan options. Vegan and vegetarian snacks along with coffee, tea water and lemonade will also be available during the breaks. We do not have any nuts on our menu.
Can I bring water in the theater?
Yes! Beverages are allowed as long as they are in a container with a lid. To reduce waste, we encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle or travel coffee mug with lids; however, compostable cups with lids will be available during our coffee breaks and at lunch. Food is not permitted inside the Fichandler.
Do you offer any services for those who are hard of hearing?
Yes! Onsite accessible parking is available on a first-come, first served basis, and all entryways in the theater are equipped with accessible ramps, elevators, and electronic doors.
Is this event accessible for guests with mobility concerns?
Yes! Assistive Listening Devices which help amplify and clarify sound onstage are available at the Visitor Services Desk in the lower lobby by the main lobby doors.
Is there a prayer room / mothers’ room available?
Yes! We will have a private room available. Follow the signs in the lobby or ask a Rare staff if you need help locating it. Note that because this will be available to all conference attendees who may need it, we cannot guarantee availability at specific times, so you may need to adjust schedule slightly.