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Climate Week NYC 2024
2024-09-22 00:00 - 2024-09-29 23:59 (America/New_York) | Hybrid
A Climate Week NYC overview
Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 600 events and activities across the City of New York – in person, hybrid and online. Each year, business leaders, political change makers, local decision takers and civil society representatives of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the world, gather to drive the transition, speed up progress, and champion change that is already happening.
Climate Week NYC is hosted by Climate Group, an international non-profit whose purpose is to drive climate action, fast. Climate Group hosts the official program during the week that brings together the most senior international figures from business, government, civil society and the climate sector.
This year, Climate Week NYC is being held from September 22-29, 2024. The event takes place every year in partnership with the United Nations General Assembly and is run in coordination with the United Nations and the City of New York.
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COP29 BAKU
2024-11-10 08:00 - 2024-11-22 17:00 | baku, Azerbaijan
COP29, the 29th UN Climate Change Conference, is scheduled to take place from November 11 to 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. This pivotal event will convene global leaders, policymakers, industry innovators, and environmental activists to address pressing climate challenges and advance Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Key themes include climate finance, energy transition, and the role of international standards in driving effective climate action.
The conference aims to translate ambitious climate commitments into concrete, measurable actions, emphasizing the importance of ESG considerations in achieving sustainable development goals.
COP29 Agenda By Themes
The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) is scheduled to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024.
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Key Events and Thematic Days at COP29:

November 11: COP29 Opening

Azerbaijan will formally assume the COP Presidency, marking the commencement of the conference.

November 12-13: World Leaders Climate Action Summit

Heads of State and Government will convene to discuss national climate action plans and demonstrate commitment to the Paris Agreement.

November 14: Finance, Investment, and Trade Day

Focused on scaling up climate finance and promoting sustainable trade to support the green transition.

November 15: Energy / Peace, Relief, and Recovery Day

Addressing the role of energy in climate change and exploring the intersection of climate action and peacebuilding.

November 16: Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digitalization Day

Highlighting the role of technological advancements and digital solutions in combating climate change.

November 18: Human Development / Children and Youth / Health / Education Day

Emphasizing the importance of human development sectors in climate resilience and adaptation.

November 19: Food, Water, and Agriculture Day

Discussing the impacts of climate change on food security and water resources, and strategies for sustainable agriculture.

November 20: Urbanization / Transport / Tourism Day

Exploring sustainable urban development, transportation, and tourism in the context of climate action.

November 21: Indigenous Peoples / Gender Equality / Nature and Biodiversity / Oceans and Coastal Zones Day

Focusing on the contributions of indigenous communities, gender perspectives, and the protection of natural ecosystems.

November 22: Final Negotiations

Dedicated to concluding discussions and finalizing agreements.

For a detailed daily program and real-time updates, attendees are encouraged to consult the official COP29 calendar and the IPTV screens available at the venue.
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The Scope 3 Innovation Forum USA
2024-12-03 00:00 - 2024-12-04 23:59 | Convene Arlington, 1201 Wilson Blvd 30th floor, Arlington, Virginia, 22209, United States
This two day conference will bring together an expert group of 150+ cross-industry practitioners. The focus throughout will remain on the practical steps business can take to engage key actors, decarbonize supply chains and achieve net zero.

Learn about:
From climate targets to climate action
How leading businesses are translating 2030 and 2050 Scope 3 targets into impactful action in the short, medium, and long-term
Supplier partnerships
Cross-industry insights and leading approaches to engage, incentivize and enable suppliers in emissions reductions
Map, measure, manage
How to use supply chain data to incentivize supplier action, track business performance and determine effective strategy on Scope 3
Embedding Scope 3
How to ensure ownership and accountability within leadership, procurement, finance, operations and the entire business
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World Economic Forum 2025 (WEF)
2025-01-20 08:00 - 2025-01-24 17:00 | World Economic Forum, DAVOS, Swaziland
The World Economic Forum 2025 (WEF) Annual Meeting takes place from 20-24 January in Davos, Switzerland.
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2025 Wall Street Green Summit
2025-03-18 00:00 - 2025-03-19 23:59 | Cornell Club, NYC, 6 E 44th St, New York, NY, 10017, United States
The 2025 Wall Street Green Summit is our 24th annual event and one of the longest running and most comprehensive sustainable finance events in the world and will be held in New York City at the Cornell Club March 18th and March 19th 2025.
Learn from 40 ClimateTech experts on solutions to climate change.
Launched in 2002 by Peter Fusaro, this conference covers cutting edge content and industry developments, featuring the leading practitioners in sustainability.
The 2025 Wall Street Green Summit agenda is focused on key topical areas of Climate Tech Investing & Reporting, Carbon Markets and Finance, Clean Energy solutions to climate change, and Greening Clean Transportation.
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Scrubbing the Sky: Podcast Episode-1
2025-03-26 00:00 - 23:59 | ONLINE
Scrubbing the Sky: Podcast Episode 1 “Carbon Removal: Engineering Earth’s Cooling”
In this first episode, the show and Host Ed Whittingham dive into the world of Direct Air Capture (DAC), a technology that extracts carbon dioxide directly from the ambient air. Ed explores the early history of carbon dioxide removal and why it could be useful in fighting climate change, and challenges the technology has faced along the way.

Hosted by: Ed Whittingham, Canada-based environmental and public policy professional
Guest: David Keith, professor at the University of Chicago and a DAC pioneer who founded the company Carbon Engineering
Guest: Paul McKendrick, author of the book that inspired this series
Guest: Klaus Lackner, professor at Arizona State University and often referred to as the “Grandfather of DAC”

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Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 2 - Bill Gates & Building a Climate Miracle - Release Date
2025-04-02 00:00 - 23:59 | esgnews.com
Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 2 – Bill Gates & Building a Climate Miracle
Coming Wed, April 2, 2025: Join Ed Whittingham’s new series on Carbon Dioxide Removal. Host Ed Whittingham continues the story behind the development of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology and its potential role in helping to fight climate change. Ed Whittingham, and Scrubbing the Sky explores the early days of Canadian cleantech company Carbon Engineering, and how it drew the attention of both Bill Gates and Occidental Petroleum. Guests include:

Ken Caldeira, senior scientist at Breakthrough Energy
David Keith, professor at the University of Chicago and a DAC pioneer who founded the company Carbon Engineering

WATCH Scrubbing the Sky, Episode 1: Carbon Removal Engineering Earth’s Cooling
​“Scrubbing the Sky: Inside the Race to Cool the Planet” is a podcast series hosted by climate expert and policy advocate Ed Whittingham. The series delves into the urgent global efforts to develop and scale carbon dioxide removal technologies, particularly focusing on Direct Air Capture (DAC). It offers listeners an in-depth exploration of the history, challenges, and breakthroughs associated with carbon removal, featuring insights from industry pioneers, scientists, and policymakers.
The podcast is a special series within the “Energy vs Climate” podcast, which is co-hosted by Ed Whittingham, David Keith, and Sara Hastings-Simon. “Energy vs Climate” is a live, interactive webinar and podcast that breaks down the trade-offs and hard truths of the energy transition in Alberta, Canada, and beyond. ​
“Scrubbing the Sky” is inspired by Paul McKendrick’s book of the same name, which explores the race to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere on a planetary scale.
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Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 3 – The Carbon Gold Rush: Tech’s Next Frontier – Release Date
2025-04-09 00:00 - 23:59 | ONLINE
Scrubbing the Sky is the definitive podcast series exploring the global race to innovate and deploy Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. Host Ed Whittingham continues this critical discussion by spotlighting the groundbreaking advancements and growing investments within the sector.
In Episode 3, listeners explore the pioneering journey of Switzerland’s Climeworks, highlighting its modular technology approach that has reshaped DAC’s scalability and market potential. This episode also examines the emerging synergy between the technology sector and carbon removal, setting the stage for significant climate impact.
Hosted by: Ed Whittingham, renowned climate expert and policy advocate
Guests: Jan Wurzbacher, co-founder of Climeworks; Lucy Hargreaves, Corporate Affairs and Climate Policy at Patch; Jim McDermott, co-founder and managing partner of Rusheen Capital Management; David Keith, professor at the University of Chicago and founder of Carbon Engineering
Key Highlights:

Climeworks’ Pioneering Journey: Follow the remarkable story of Climeworks founders Jan Wurzbacher and Christoph Gebald, from early trials and tribulations to achieving successful large-scale DAC installations in Iceland.
Tech’s Carbon Removal Bet: Gain insights into why leading tech companies—including Microsoft, Meta, and Alphabet—are heavily investing in carbon removal technologies, driving unprecedented market growth.
Investor and Innovator Perspectives: Hear compelling narratives from tech entrepreneur Jim McDermott, who transitioned from internet startups to leading major DAC initiatives, and understand why David Keith sees modular DAC solutions as crucial for scalability.

Episode 3 skillfully balances optimism for DAC’s growth with candid discussions on economic viability, technology competition, and the complex role fossil fuel industries could play in accelerating climate solutions.
For ESG investors, corporate sustainability leaders, and tech executives, this episode offers vital insights into why DAC represents tech’s next significant frontier.

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Scrubbing The Sky Episode 4 - Skeptics vs Believers: Is Direct Air Capture Hope or Hype? - RELEASE
2025-04-16 00:00 - 23:59 | ONLINE
Host Ed Whittingham closes out Season 1 by examining the case against Direct Air Capture by one its harshest critics, Al Gore, followed by the counterarguments of supporters. Will DAC live up to its hype and potential to help cool a warming planet? Guests include:

Greg Nemet, professor at the University of Wisconsin
Klaus Lackner, professor at Arizona State University
David Keith, professor at the University of Chicago and a DAC pioneer who founded the company Carbon Engineering
Sara Hastings-Simon, professor at the University of Calgary
Christian Theuer, Policy Communications Lead at Heirloom
Jim McDermott, co-founder and the managing partner of Capital Management, LLC
Éric St-Pierre, Executive Director of the ‪@TrottierFamilyFoundation‬

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Earth Day 2025
2025-04-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Washington DC
Earth Day: Who, What, and Why?
Who is Behind Earth Day?
Earth Day is a global environmental movement that originated on April 22, 1970, founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson and organized by Denis Hayes. It started as a grassroots initiative in the United States and has since evolved into the largest environmental movement in the world, engaging over 1 billion people annually across 190+ countries.
What is Earth Day?
Earth Day is an annual event dedicated to environmental awareness, education, and action. It serves as a platform for individuals, organizations, businesses, and governments to advocate for a sustainable future. Key activities include:

Global Environmental Activism: Campaigns focusing on climate action, pollution reduction, and conservation.
Earth Day Events & Rallies: Community-led clean-ups, tree plantings, climate marches, and sustainability fairs.
Policy & Corporate Engagement: Advocacy for stronger environmental policies and sustainable business practices.
Educational Initiatives: Programs in schools, universities, and workplaces to raise awareness about environmental issues.
Digital Activism: Online movements, petitions, and awareness campaigns through social media and EarthDay.org.

Why Does Earth Day Exist?
Earth Day was created in response to growing environmental concerns, such as oil spills, air and water pollution, and the destruction of natural ecosystems. The movement aims to:

Mobilize Global Action: Inspire individuals, businesses, and governments to adopt sustainable solutions.
Promote Environmental Education: Equip people with knowledge and tools to make a positive impact.
Advocate for Policy Change: Push for stronger environmental laws, clean energy policies, and climate solutions.
Unite People Worldwide: Bring together diverse groups to work toward a common goal—protecting the planet for future generations.

With climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution posing greater threats than ever before, Earth Day continues to be a critical force for environmental progress, proving that collective action can drive meaningful change.
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Understanding Climate Risk and Opportunity: Tools for Assessing Global Portfolios
2025-04-23 10:00 - 10:30 | Webinar
In this webinar, we’ll dive into how to evaluate climate risks and opportunities in portfolios, with a specific focus on the financial and credit implications of climate change. Using Climate Credit Analytics, we’ll walk you through the key steps of climate scenario analysis, simplifying a complex process into an intuitive, easy-to-follow workflow.
During this session, you will learn how to:

Understand the relationship between scenario variables, financial drivers, and their impact on both financial and credit outcomes.
Build portfolios that include both public and private companies, select and customize scenarios, adjust financial and environmental parameters, and address sector-specific considerations.
Generate insightful dashboards and portfolio metrics that can be applied to various use cases such as risk management, reporting, financing opportunities, and strategy development.

This webinar is ideal for anyone involved in assessing climate-related financial risks. Whether you’re new to the field or have years of experience, you’ll gain valuable insights on how to analyze and address the climate impacts on company portfolios. Don’t miss out on discovering how Climate Credit Analytics can support your climate risk and opportunity assessments in a rapidly evolving world.

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The Nest Climate Campus @ Climate Week NYC
2025-09-23 00:00 - 2025-09-25 23:59 | Javits Center North, NY, United States
Event Title: NEST Climate Campus 2025Location: Javits Center, New York CityDates: September 22–25, 2025Website: www.thenestclimatecampus.com
Description:The NEST Climate Campus 2025 is the United States’ largest sustainability event, offering a premier platform for cross-sector collaboration, innovation, and impact during Climate Week NYC and the United Nations General Assembly. Taking place at the iconic Javits Center—a sustainability-forward venue—NEST Climate Campus convenes global leaders from business, government, finance, civil society, media, and technology to accelerate climate action at scale – hosting more than 9,000 sustainability professional attendees.
With a focus on bold partnerships and actionable solutions, the 2025 program will spotlight climate tech, policy innovation, sustainable finance, regenerative systems, and equitable transition strategies. Expect high-level dialogues, hands-on exhibitions, networking activations, and curated programming designed to align ambition with execution.
NEST Climate Campus is not just a conference—it’s a convergence point for those building the net-zero economy. Whether you’re a policymaker, corporate leader, NGO, startup, or investor, this is where climate ambition meets real-world results.
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Toronto Climate Week 2025
2025-10-01 00:00 - 2025-10-03 23:59
Toronto Climate Week is an inaugural, city-wide event scheduled for October 1–3, 2025, aiming to position Toronto as a global hub for climate action and collaboration by uniting grassroots movements, innovators, and leaders for events focused on climate solutions and sustainable futures. The initiative features over 70 free, volunteer-run events across the city, including discussions on electric vehicles, corporate sustainability, and grassroots movements.
Toronto Climate Week (TOCW) Details
What it is: The first-ever city-wide Toronto Climate Week, a convergence of climate action, creativity, business, art, and culture.
Dates: October 1–3, 2025.
Goal: To bring together various stakeholders and community members to discuss and collaborate on climate solutions.
Events: Over 70 free, volunteer-run events are planned throughout the city.
TOCW Format: A comprehensive climate event bringing together enterprises, brands, grassroots movements, innovators, and government leaders.

What to Expect from Toronto Climate Week?
Discussions on Climate Action: The week will feature discussions on critical climate topics, including the impact of climate change, electric vehicles, and corporate sustainability initiatives.
Community Engagement: The event is designed to be accessible, with opportunities for the public to engage with climate solutions and understand the ongoing efforts.
Focus on Collaboration: A key aspect is linking intergovernmental processes and discussions with real-world, high-impact actions.

How to Participate with Toronto Climate Week 2025?
Attend Events: Look for details on the 70+ events happening across the city from October 1st to 3rd.
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COP30
2025-11-10 00:00 - 2025-11-21 23:59 | Belém, Brazil, Belém, Brazil
The 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) will convene in Belém, Brazil, marking a pivotal moment in global climate negotiations. This summit coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement and serves as a critical checkpoint toward achieving its 2030 targets. Belém’s location in the Amazon underscores the urgency of addressing deforestation and biodiversity loss.
Key Themes:

Adaptation and Resilience: Emphasis on accelerating adaptation strategies to combat the increasing frequency of extreme weather events.

Climate Finance: Discussions on mobilizing $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 to support climate initiatives in developing countries.

Climate Justice and Gender Equity: Focus on integrating gender perspectives into climate policies, with expectations to adopt a new Gender Action Plan.

Nature-Based Solutions: Highlighting the role of the Amazon in global climate regulation and promoting sustainable practices to preserve its ecosystems.

Significance for ESG Stakeholders:COP30 presents a crucial opportunity for ESG professionals to engage with evolving climate policies, particularly in areas of sustainable finance, corporate accountability, and equitable climate action. The conference’s outcomes are expected to influence ESG reporting standards and investment strategies globally.
Additional Notes:A Heads of State Summit is scheduled for November 6–7, preceding the main conference. The event is anticipated to attract over 50,000 participants, including policymakers, business leaders, and civil society representatives.
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Hack Summit 2025 NYC
2025-12-10 08:00 - 2025-12-11 17:00 | Newlab, 19 Morris Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA, 19 Morris Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, United States
About Hack Summit 2025 New York
The Hack Summit New York 2025 is the U.S. edition of the globally recognized climate and deep-tech gathering, bringing the momentum of Europe’s flagship Hack Summit to one of the world’s most influential financial and innovation hubs. Designed for founders, investors, corporate leaders, and policymakers, Hack Summit NYC bridges frontier climate science with the capital markets and commercial adoption pathways shaping the future of the low-carbon economy.
When is Hack Summit 2025 NYC?The 2025 Hack Summit in New York takes place December 10–11, 2025, located at Newlab, 19 Morris Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA.
Held in New York City, the Hack Summit convenes a highly curated community of deep-tech startups, institutional investors, Fortune 500 sustainability teams, infrastructure developers, and ecosystem builders who are driving the next wave of climate innovation. The event focuses on breakthrough solutions in decarbonization, climate adaptation, advanced materials, AI-driven sustainability, food and ag-tech, carbon removal, and green industrial transformation.
Key features include:

High-impact programming: Keynotes, fireside conversations, and sector-specific panels featuring global climate innovators, scientists, and corporate sustainability leaders.

Founder–Investor Dealflow Sessions: Curated matchmaking and rapid-pitch formats connecting emerging startups with VCs, CVCs, family offices, and climate-focused asset managers.

Startup Exhibition & Tech Showcase: Early- and growth-stage companies unveiling new technologies, prototypes, and commercialization pathways.

Corporate & Government Roundtables: Insights from major industrials, public-sector leaders, and climate policy stakeholders on scaling climate infrastructure and regulatory alignment.

US Climate Tech Week Integration: The summit aligns with New York’s climate innovation ecosystem, offering additional side events, satellite programming, and ecosystem networking.

Who Attends:Climate tech founders, CTOs, CSOs, corporate venture teams, impact and infrastructure investors, government officials, academia, NGOs, and media.
Hack Smmit 2025 Focus Themes:

Carbon management and carbon removal

Grid-scale energy innovation

Sustainable manufacturing & materials

Water, food, and ag-tech innovation

AI and climate intelligence

Resilient cities & built environment

Climate finance & investment pathways

Why It MattersHack Summit 2025 – New York serves as a catalyst for accelerating deep-tech commercialization in the U.S. market, strengthening investor–startup connectivity, and supporting the deployment of next-generation climate solutions at scale. For stakeholders building the future of sustainable business and finance, the summit offers one of the most concentrated, high-signal environments for discovery, partnerships, and investment.
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Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026
2026-01-10 23:00 - 2026-01-17 08:00 | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, UAE, ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Event Overview
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 will host global heads of state, policymakers, and industry innovators in Abu Dhabi, January 11-17, 2026 – ADSW is the premier Middle East platform for accelerating sustainable development. Hosted by Masdar, the 2026 edition focuses on the critical interconnection between energy, water, food, finance, and nature to build global resilience.

Whether you are looking for the latest in AI-driven clean energy, climate finance innovations, or networking with over 50,000 global participants, ADSW 2026 is the essential start to the year’s sustainability calendar.

Key Highlights & Core Events
ADSW 2026 features several key events, including the World Future Energy Summit (WFES), a large exhibition with over 700 global brands and a new Fuse AI cleantech pavilion. The week will also include the Opening Ceremony & Zayed Sustainability Prize on January 13, featuring a keynote and honoring global changemakers. New to 2026 is The Blue Forum, focusing on water security and the blue economy. Other highlights include ADSW Dialogues for action-oriented discussions, the Green Hydrogen Summit, and programs like WiSER Forum & Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), empowering women and young leaders.

Why Attend?
ADSW 2026 offers extensive global networking opportunities with delegates from over 170 countries, a chance to experience cutting-edge innovation and breakthrough clean technologies, and opportunities for strategic partnerships through events like the IRENA Assembly (Jan 11–12) and the Global Climate Finance Annual Meeting (Jan 15).

ESG News Media Opportunities at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025
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Registration & Attendance
To attend ADSW 2026, Register Now at the Official ADSW Website. This allows access to public forums, exhibition halls, and networking sessions. Please note that some events, such as the ADSW Summit, are by invitation only, and interested parties can register their interest via the official portal.

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World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2026
2026-01-13 08:00 - 2026-01-15 17:00
World Future Energy Summit 2026Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 13–15 January 2026Abu 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.

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Green Hydrogen Summit 2026
2026-01-14 23:00 - 2026-01-15 08:00 | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, UAE, ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Green Hydrogen Summit 2026Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Green Hydrogen Summit 2026, held as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, convenes heads of state, senior policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs for a series of high-level dialogues focused on the accelerating role of green hydrogen in achieving global net-zero ambitions.
As green hydrogen becomes an increasingly critical pillar of the global energy transition, the Summit provides a strategic forum to align policy, capital, and technology around scalable solutions. Discussions center on building resilient hydrogen value chains, enabling cross-border collaboration, and translating ambition into deployable infrastructure and commercial outcomes.
A core focus of the 2026 program is the development of the UAE’s hydrogen economy, positioning the country as a global hub for hydrogen production, export, and innovation. Sessions explore how targeted policy frameworks, public-private partnerships, and international cooperation can unlock investment, accelerate research and development, and drive market adoption at scale.
Key Themes and Objectives

Global Net-Zero Pathways: The role of green hydrogen in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, including industry, transport, and power generation.

UAE Hydrogen Leadership: Strategies to advance national hydrogen initiatives and strengthen the UAE’s position in global hydrogen markets.

Investment & Finance: Mobilizing capital, de-risking projects, and structuring bankable hydrogen ventures.

Technology & Innovation: Advancing electrolyser technologies, supply-chain efficiency, and cost-reduction through R&D.

International Collaboration: Aligning standards, trade frameworks, and partnerships to scale the global hydrogen economy.

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Why It Matters
The Green Hydrogen Summit serves as a catalyst for action—bridging policy vision with commercial execution. By bringing together decision-makers from across government, finance, and industry, the Summit supports the rapid maturation of green hydrogen as a cornerstone of the global energy transition and a vital enabler of long-term climate and energy security goals.
Participation in the Green Hydrogen Summit at ADSW 2026 offers stakeholders a front-row seat to the strategic conversations shaping one of the most important growth sectors in the global clean energy landscape.

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Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual Meeting
2026-01-15 00:00 - 23:59 | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, UAE, ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual MeetingHeld during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual Meeting takes place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and serves as a high-level convening point for global leaders across finance, policy, energy, and innovation. The meeting is designed to accelerate the flow of capital toward climate solutions—transforming global climate commitments, including those advanced at COP28, into deployable, real-world investments.
Hosted across key financial and institutional venues including Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the GCFC Annual Meeting has become a cornerstone of ADSW’s finance and policy agenda. Recent editions, including the January 2025 meeting, brought together more than 300 senior stakeholders—investors, policymakers, innovators, regulators, and financial institutions—to align capital with climate outcomes at scale.
Purpose and Strategic Focus
The GCFC Annual Meeting is explicitly designed to bridge the gap between climate ambition and climate finance execution. Its core objective is to mobilize both public and private capital toward sustainable, bankable projects that support the global energy transition, particularly in emerging and high-growth markets.
Central to the program is positioning the UAE as a global climate finance hub, capable of convening international capital, structuring innovative financial mechanisms, and enabling cross-border public-private collaboration.
Key Themes
Recent GCFC Annual Meetings have been structured around action-oriented themes such as “Climate Meets Capital”and “Progress in Action,” reflecting a deliberate shift from pledges to implementation. Core thematic areas include:

Scaling climate and transition finance beyond pilot projects

Mobilizing private capital alongside sovereign and multilateral funding

Advancing green finance instruments, including green bonds, blended finance, and carbon pricing

Leveraging AI and data-driven tools to improve transparency, risk assessment, and climate asset evaluation

Aligning financial systems with net-zero and energy transition pathways

What to Expect
Based on recent GCFC Annual Meetings, participants can expect:

High-level dialogues on translating COP outcomes into scalable, investable finance—particularly for emerging and developing markets

Showcases of innovation, including AI-enabled climate finance tools and data platforms supporting better capital allocation

Strategic briefings on upcoming initiatives, priorities, and frameworks for accelerating energy transition investments

Action-oriented collaboration, connecting investors, governments, and solution providers around tangible financing pathways

Looking Ahead
Looking forward, the GCFC Annual Meeting aims to “manufacture climate finance at scale”—moving beyond individual transactions toward systemic solutions that reshape how climate capital is structured, deployed, and measured. Future sessions are expected to build on this momentum, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a convening center for global climate finance leadership and execution.
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Registration & Attendance
To attend ADSW 2026, Register Now at the Official ADSW Website. This allows access to public forums, exhibition halls, and networking sessions. Please note that some events, such as the ADSW Summit, are by invitation only, and interested parties can register their interest via the official portal.

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World Economic Forum 2026
2026-01-19 00:00 - 2026-01-23 23:59 | Davos, Switzerland
Event Title: World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026Dates: January 19–23, 2026Location: Davos-Klosters, SwitzerlandOrganizer: World Economic Forum (WEF)
The 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting will convene over 2,500 global leaders from business, government, civil society, academia, and media in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. This flagship event fosters public-private collaboration to address pressing global challenges and shape the international agenda.
Key Themes:

Public-Private Collaboration: Emphasizing cooperative approaches to tackle political, economic, and societal issues.

Innovation and Technology: Exploring the impact of emerging technologies on global economies and societies.

Sustainable Development: Focusing on strategies to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Significance for ESG Stakeholders:The Annual Meeting serves as a critical platform for ESG professionals to engage with global leaders on sustainability, governance, and ethical business practices. Discussions and initiatives launched during the forum often influence ESG standards and corporate strategies worldwide.
The ESG Lounge @ WEF – DAVOS 2026
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Additional Notes:The event is held at the Davos Congress Centre, with participants including heads of state, CEOs, and representatives from international organizations.

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2026 Macao International Environmental Forum & Exhibition (2026MIECF)
2026-03-26 00:00 - 2026-03-28 23:59 | Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, s/n, Taipa, Macao SAR, China
About the Event: 2026 MIECF – A Regional Platform for Effective Exchanges in Environmental Protection
The Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition (MIECF) is hosted by the Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, with the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China, the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China, and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China as special supporting organisations. It is co-organised by the governments of the Pan-Pearl River Delta Region (PPRD), and co-ordinated by the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) and the Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA).

The MIECF was launched in 2008 and accredited by the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI) in 2011. Over the years, it has continuously promoted green development, injecting vitality into international cross-sectoral environmental exchange and co-operation among governments, industries, education institutions, research institutes, users, and investors. In alignment with Macao’s “1+4” strategy for appropriate economic diversification, the MIECF closely follows the “Macao + Hengqin” strategic positioning to strengthen regional environmental co-operation. At the same time, it serves as a green platform for fostering international exchanges and collaboration in the environmental industry, contributing to Macao’s high-quality and sustainable socio-economic development.

2026 MIECF Theme: Low-carbon, Zero Waste Cities: Embarking on a Global Collaboration
In alignment with the country’s “dual carbon” goals and the key environmental protection policies of the Macao SAR Government, the 2026MIECF will, for the fifth consecutive year, serve as a professional exhibition achieving “carbon neutrality”. Through organising a series of professional and international forums, exhibitions, and business matching, as well as the Green Public Day and various exchange activities, it advocates for the joint construction of a low-carbon, zero-waste, eco-friendly green city, and embarks on a collaborative journey to advance global environmental protection efforts.

As a key regional platform for environmental exchange and co-operation, this year’s MIECF 2026 covers topics including industrial green transformation, eco-friendly green city construction, international energy collaboration, and green technology development. It brings together global environmental experts and renowned enterprises to share advanced environmental information and technologies, collaboratively exploring pathways for low-carbon, zero-waste city development. In addition, it introduces the “Zero-Waste Circular Economy Exhibition Zone” for the first time, showcasing environmental projects in low-carbon technologies, clean energy, water resource management, and green buildings. This facilitates the matching of global environmental resource supply and demand, explores further international green co-operation business opportunities, and empowers the construction of low-carbon, zero-waste cities.

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London Climate Action Week 2026
2026-06-23 08:00 - 2026-06-24 17:00 | London, UK, London, United Kingdom
London Climate Action Week (LCAW) 2026 is Europe’s largest city-wide climate festival, bringing together 45,000+ stakeholders for hundreds of events, including the, Oppertunity Summit, Citites Climate Action Summit and ESG News Live. It connects policy, technology, and finance to accelerate global climate action and net-zero goals, with 2026 focusing on practical implementation and sustainable investing.

Key Details for London Climate Action Week 2026

Focus:Accelerated climate action, transitioning to a net-zero/nature-positive economy, and implementing, not just declaring, solutions.
Audience:Policymakers, business leaders, academics, investors, innovators, and civil society.

Flagship Events:

Reset Connect London:(June 23–24, 2026) Focuses on sustainability and net-zero strategies.
Cities Climate Action Summit:(Virtual: June 23, In-Person: June 24, 2026) Focuses on city-level climate solutions.
Opportunity Summit:Connects European ambition with capital and policy implementation.
ESG News Live at London Climate Action Week

Action Themes: Policy development, climate finance, technology deployment, transport, energy, ESG, policy and urban infrastructure.
How to Participate:
Visit ESG News Live for speaking, media and sponsorship opportunities (landing page launching April-15)

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