World Future Energy Summit 2026
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 13–15 January 2026
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)

The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2026 is the premier global platform convening industry leaders, policymakers, investors, innovators, and solution-providers to accelerate the global energy transition and advance the future of sustainable development. Hosted as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, WFES blends strategic dialogue, technology showcase, and business-to-business engagement across the full spectrum of energy and climate solutions.

Event Overview

Across three days — 13 to 15 January 2026 — WFES will welcome more than 50,000 attendees, 450+ exhibiting companies, and 300+ expert speakers to the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. The Summit bridges market ambition with actionable outcomes by spotlighting breakthrough technologies, high-impact partnerships, and scalable solutions that address the world’s most pressing energy and sustainability challenges.

Strategic Themes and Content

WFES 2026 is structured around a comprehensive programme of exhibitions, specialist conferences, and innovation zones that reflect the evolving energy landscape and the urgent need for decarbonisation, resilience, and equitable development:

• Clean Energy & Solar — Strategic and technical pathways for renewable deployment and energy system transformation.

• Green Finance — Investment trends, financing instruments, and climate capital mobilization models.

• Circular Economy & Water Security — Integrated approaches to resource management and sustainable growth.

• Sustainable Cities & eMobility — Solutions for urban decarbonization, smart infrastructure, and inclusive mobility.

• FUSE AI and Innovation Hubs — A first-of-its-kind focus on artificial intelligence in energy optimization, grid resilience, and climate applications.

• Startup Platform (The Greenhouse) — A curated stage for early-stage innovators to connect with capital and corporate partners.

• Creative Engagement (Greenpeace Cinema) — Storytelling and visual narratives highlighting environmental imperatives and solutions.

Business Impact and Global Reach

WFES serves as both a thought leadership forum and a commercial marketplace, where strategic dialogues align with tangible partnerships and project deals. The summit’s integrated framework enables cross-sector interaction among government agencies, multinational corporations, financial institutions, NGOs, and technology pioneers from around the world. Sessions and exhibitions are designed to facilitate knowledge transfer, investment flow, and project acceleration at scale.

Why Attend

Participants join WFES to:

• Gain insights from international experts shaping energy policy and climate strategy.

• Discover emerging technologies across renewable energy, smart systems, and sustainability tech.

• Forge partnerships that translate ambition into tangible projects and solutions.

• Position their organizations at the forefront of the energy transition.

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Access and Registration

Registration to attend WFES 2026 is complimentary for trade professionals upon badge issuance, granting access to all exhibitions, conference sessions, and networking programmes. On-site registration is available with appropriate identification.