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Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 2 - Bill Gates & Building a Climate Miracle - Release Date
2025-04-02 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | 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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ESG Adria Summit 2025
2025-04-09 00:00 - 2025-04-11 23:59 | Tivat, Porto Montenegro
ESG Adria Summit: Shaping the Future of Sustainability in Southeast Europe
The ESG Adria Summit is the premier international business summit in Southeast Europe dedicated to advancing sustainability and ESG leadership across industries. Organized by Porto Montenegro, in partnership with the Government of Montenegro and under the auspices of the President of Montenegro, this influential gathering convenes senior leaders from business, government, international organizations, and civil society to accelerate the region’s transition toward a sustainable future.
Why Attend the ESG Adria Summit?
As sustainability and ESG professionals, you know that collaboration, regulatory alignment, and innovation are key to driving meaningful change. The ESG Adria Summit provides a unique opportunity to:
Gain Actionable Insights – Learn from top ESG executives, policymakers, and thought leaders about the latest trends, EU regulatory frameworks, and sustainability challenges shaping the region’s economic future.Forge Strategic Partnerships – Connect with decision-makers and industry pioneers committed to driving ESG progress across sectors.Engage in High-Impact Dialogues – Participate in forward-thinking discussions on sustainable finance, corporate responsibility, and the role of businesses in achieving long-term resilience.Lead the Regional Transition – Position your organization at the forefront of ESG transformation in Southeast Europe and beyond.
Spanning three days of dynamic sessions, the summit offers a blend of keynote addresses, expert panels, interactive sessions, and high-value networking designed to accelerate impactful collaborations.
To Attend: Register Now! (For a 10% discount, use code: ENMESG2025)
ESG Adria – How to register
You can find the ticket price list here: ESG Adria Summit Tickets.

Join ESG News in Montenegro for the ESG Adria Summit, along with business leaders, government officials, investors, policymakers, disruptive innovators, and ESG experts, to discuss and identify new solutions, initiatives, and investments to accelerate a more sustainable future and ESG agenda in Adria and beyond. Contact ESG News for event media sponsorship opportunities – Request Sponsorship Media Kit
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EarthX 2025
2025-04-21 00:00 - 2025-05-23 23:59 | Hilton Anatole, Dallas, TX, United States
EarthX: Who, What, and Why?
Who is EarthX?
EarthX is a global environmental organization founded by Trammell S. Crow in 2011. Initially launched as Earth Day Texas, the organization has grown into one of the largest platforms in the world dedicated to environmental education, awareness, and action. EarthX brings together a diverse network of stakeholders, including policymakers, businesses, scientists, activists, and educators, to address sustainability challenges.
What Does EarthX Do?
EarthX is known for its annual expo, conferences, and film festival held in Dallas, Texas, which serve as a convening space for discussions on climate, conservation, clean energy, and environmental policy. The organization also runs EarthX TV, a dedicated media platform featuring documentaries, expert discussions, and thought leadership on sustainability.
Key initiatives include:

EarthX Expo: The largest green gathering in the world, attracting tens of thousands of attendees.
EarthX Conferences: Panels and discussions featuring leaders in science, policy, and industry.
EarthX Film Festival: Showcasing environmental documentaries to inspire action.
EarthX TV: A 24/7 digital platform promoting sustainability content globally.

Why Does EarthX Exist?
EarthX was founded with a mission to inspire people and organizations to take action toward a sustainable future. Recognizing the urgency of environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion, EarthX serves as a bridge between different sectors, fostering solutions-oriented dialogue. The organization believes that through collaboration, education, and innovation, society can transition toward a more sustainable way of living and doing business.
By bringing together corporate leaders, environmental activists, and policymakers, EarthX creates a neutral ground for dialogue and action, accelerating efforts to protect the planet for future generations.
Inquire about media sponsorship with ESG News at EarthX
Liam Marais

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.
Inquire with ESG News on Earth Day 2025 Sponsorships
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2025 Japan Energy Summit and Exhibition
2025-06-18 00:00 - 2025-06-20 23:59 | 2F Hiroo Iida Building Hiroo 5-8-12 Shibuya-ku 150-0012 Tokyo Japan, Japan
About: 2025 Japan Energy Summit and Exhibition
Discover the Japan Energy Summit & Exhibition 2025, a premier event shaping the future of sustainable energy, taking place from June 18-20, 2025, at Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan. Co-hosted by JERA and Tokyo Gas, this globally significant summit unites senior government officials, energy executives, investors, and technology leaders to drive discussions on energy transition, decarbonization, and sustainable growth.
Key highlights include the 14th LNG Producer-Consumer Conference on June 20, co-hosted by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the International Energy Agency (IEA), focusing on LNG trade and cooperation. Attendees will gain insights from industry titans like Wael Sawan (CEO, Shell), Sanjiv Lamba (CEO, Linde), and Patrick Pouyanné (Chairman and CEO, TotalEnergies), alongside panels on renewables, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and green financing.
Explore transformative technologies, forge strategic partnerships, and align with Japan’s Seventh Strategic Energy Plan to advance ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. With sessions like “Building a Market for Green Products” and “Futureproofing the Electricity Grid,” this event is a must-attend for professionals in clean energy, sustainability, and energy policy.
Register now at www.japanenergyevent.com to join global leaders in accelerating the energy transition and shaping a sustainable future. Stay updated with the latest ESG News and energy innovations at this landmark event.
Liam Marais

Carbon Capture Technology Expo 2025
2025-06-25 00:00 - 2025-06-26 23:59
North America’s Premier Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage (CCUS) Event – Houston, Texas | June 25-26, 2025
Join the Leading CCUS Conference & Expo Driving Net-Zero Innovation
As carbon emissions continue to rise, industries worldwide are turning to Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) as a critical solution to achieving net-zero targets. Research from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) confirms that CCUS is an indispensable technology in the global fight against climate change.
The North America CCUS Summit 2025, held at the NRG Center in Houston, Texas, is the region’s largest and most influential event dedicated to accelerating carbon capture, storage, and utilization technologies. Over two days, industry leaders, policymakers, and technology providers will converge to explore cutting-edge innovations, market trends, and strategies for scaling CCUS deployment across key sectors.
Why Attend?
✅ Meet Industry Pioneers – Connect with global CCUS leaders, energy executives, and policymakers.✅ Discover Next-Gen Solutions – Explore breakthrough carbon capture technologies and best-in-class solutions.✅ Gain Market Insights – Learn from industry experts on policy, investment, and commercialization strategies.✅ Expand Your Network – Engage with decision-makers shaping the future of CCUS and sustainable energy.
📍 Location: NRG Center, Houston, Texas, USA📅 Dates: June 25-26, 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of North America’s leading event for CCUS innovation. Secure your spot today and drive the transition toward a low-carbon future!
🔗 Register Now | 🌍 #CCUS2025 #CarbonCapture #NetZero #SustainableEnergy
Liam Marais

Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo 2025
2025-06-25 00:00 - 2025-06-26 23:59
Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo 2025: Leading Clean Energy Innovation in Houston
The Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo 2025, North America’s premier event for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry, is set to take place on June 25-26, 2025, at the NRG Center, Houston, Texas. This must-attend hydrogen technology conference 2025 Houston brings together the entire hydrogen value chain to showcase innovations in low-carbon hydrogen production, efficient storage, distribution, and applications in stationary and mobile systems.
Why Attend the Hydrogen Technology Conference 2025?
The Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo is a hub for clean energy innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities to:

Network with Industry Leaders: Connect with global experts, researchers, and decision-makers driving the hydrogen economy.

Explore Cutting-Edge Solutions: Discover advancements in hydrogen production, storage, and fuel cell technologies from best-in-class providers.

Shape a Sustainable Future: Gain insights into hydrogen’s role in decarbonizing industries, from transportation to industrial energy, at this leading clean energy expo Houston.

What to Expect at the Houston Hydrogen Expo
Held in Houston, Texas—a global energy hub—this conference will focus on critical areas of the hydrogen industry, including:

Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production: Innovations for sustainable, eco-friendly hydrogen generation.

Efficient Storage & Distribution: Breakthroughs in safe and scalable hydrogen storage and transport solutions.

Diverse Applications: Hydrogen’s growing role in powering vehicles, buildings, and industrial processes.

Event Details

Date: June 25-26, 2025

Location: NRG Center, Houston, Texas, USA

Focus: Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies for a low-carbon future

Join the Hydrogen Revolution
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo 2025, where the future of clean energy takes shape. Register today at [official event website] to network with industry frontrunners and explore transformative hydrogen solutions in Houston, Texas.
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Climate Week NYC 2025
2025-09-22 00:00 - 2025-09-27 23:59 | Javits Center North, NY, United States
Climate Week NYC 2025: Uniting for a Sustainable Future
Climate Week NYC 2025, the world’s premier climate action event week in the United States, will take place from September 21–28, 2025, in the heart of New York City. This landmark event will convene global leaders from business, government, the United Nations, academia, and civil society to accelerate our collective journey toward a net-zero, nature-positive, and resilient world.
Why Climate Week NYC 2025 Matters
As the most influential climate event of the year, Climate Week NYC will host over 900 climate-focused events across the city, fostering collaboration, innovation, and advocacy. From high-level executive roundtables, media opportunities, to grassroots community gatherings, this week-long platform is designed to spark transformative solutions and forge cross-sector partnerships.
Highlights of Climate Week NYC 2025

Key Focus Areas: Engage in critical discussions on climate finance, renewable energy, adaptation and resilience, sustainable infrastructure, nature-based solutions, and global climate policy.

The Nest Climate Campus @ Javits Center (Sept 23–25): At the iconic Javits Center for the largest climate event in the U.S., featuring immersive experiences, media opportunities, workshops, executive networking, and cutting-edge showcases on:

Clean energy and the energy transition

Sustainable agriculture and food systems

Public health and climate impacts

ESG and climate disclosure

Financing climate solutions

ESG News: Will host over 50 panel sessions, fireside chats, and executive interviews with Chief Sustainability Officers, CEOs, world leaders, policymakers, and industry innovators to explore bold strategies for net-zero emissions, climate-smart infrastructure, industry, policy, biodiversity protection, and resilient economic growth.

Be Part of the Change
Climate Week NYC 2025 is more than an event—it’s a movement to shape a sustainable future. We’re proud to announce that ESG News, our official media partner at The Nest Climate Campus, will amplify the week’s impact. Interested in sponsorship or media opportunities? Contact us to learn how you can elevate your organization’s voice in this global conversation.
Liam Marais

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.
Media Partners Include: Time, ESG News, S&P Global, and We Dont Have Time
Liam Marais

ESG News Live @ Climate Week NYC 2025
2025-09-23 08:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00 | Javits Center North, NY, United States
ESG News at Climate Week NYC 2025 – At the 2nd Annual Sustainability Lounge, ESG News will co-host over 40 panel sessions, fireside chats, and interviews with more than 100 delegates. Located at the heart of The Nest Climate Campus, ESG News will deliver independent, on-the-ground sustainable business editorial coverage featuring today’s top sustainability gamechangers. Topics will range from innovation and compliance to capital flows. Inquire today about speaking or sponsorship opportunities.
Liam Marais

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.
Toronto Climate Week Website
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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.
Inquire about media opportunities at COP30 www.esgnewsagency.com
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ADFW (Abu Dhabi Finance Week) 2025
2025-12-08 00:00 - 2025-12-11 23:59 | Al Maryah Island ADGM Square Abu Dhab, Island - ADGM Authorities Building, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
ADFW 2025 Event Overview
As global capital flows increasingly recognise environmental, social and governance (ESG) imperatives, the upcoming edition of Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 (ADFW 2025) emerges as a pivotal platform for both capital markets and sustainability dialogues. Taking place from 8 – 11 December 2025 under the patronage of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and hosted by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the event signals Abu Dhabi’s ascendancy as a two-way capital hub and a centre for ESG-aligned finance.
RELATED ARTICLE: ADFW 2025 Announces Speakers and Agenda – Abu Dhabi Finance Week Update
Why ADFW 2025 Matters?
1. Sustainability is central to capital flows
The agenda for ADFW 2025 – themed “Engineering the Capital Network” – emphasises how new technology (AI, quantum computing) and shifting capital flows intersect with sustainability. As global investors increasingly embed ESG criteria into strategy, events that spotlight green transition, social impact, and governance frameworks become essential for forward-looking stakeholders.
2. A meeting-place for regulators, institutions & innovators
Within ADFW 2025’s broader framework lies the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF) on 11 December — described as the forum “where capital meets climate ambition”.
3. Regional leadership & global connectivity
With more than 300 global leaders representing over USD 60 trillion in assets expected at ADFW 2025, the ESG content is not merely a side agenda but corner-stone to the region’s positioning as a future-oriented finance hub.
Registration: Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025 Official Website
ESG News Live will be covering the event on the ground in Abu Dhabi, featuring exclusive interviews and fireside chats. For interview opportunities, media collaborations, or sponsorship inquiries, please contact us.
Liam Marais

ESG News Live @ ADFW 2025
2025-12-08 08:00 - 2025-12-11 17:00
Event Coverage Snapshot

ESG News to Debut UAE News Nesk at ADFW 2025
Our coverage will focus on clear, practical insights for audiences across finance, investor relations, and sustainability teams worldwide. Throughout the week, ESG News will sit down with CEOs, Chief Sustainability Officers, Chief Investment Officers, senior policymakers, and leading market analysts to discuss the real trends driving sustainable business and finance today.
For brands, this is an opportunity to highlight leadership, communicate progress, and connect with a global business and finance audience through trusted, high-visibility reporting. ESG News will provide on-site interviews, expert commentary, rapid daily coverage, and in-depth features designed to elevate the voices shaping the future of finance and sustainability.
Visit: ESG News Live: ADFW 2025

Liam Marais

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
ESG News will be hosting featured sessions, interviews, and fireside chats during ADSW. To inquire about media opportunities with ESG News at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, please submit an inquiry here.

*For more events to partner with ESG News visit ESG News Live

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.
Liam Marais

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.

For ESG News Media Opportunities at World Future Energy Summit 2026
ESG News will be hosting featured sessions, interviews, and fireside chats during ADSW. To inquire about media opportunities with ESG News at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, please submit an inquiry here.

*For more events to partner with ESG News visit ESG News Live
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.
Liam Marais

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.
For ESG News Media Opportunities at the Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual Meeting:
ESG News will be hosting featured sessions, interviews, and fireside chats during ADSW. To inquire about media opportunities with ESG News at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, please submit an inquiry here.
*For more events to partner with ESG News, visit ESG News Live
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.

Liam Marais

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
The ESG Lounge at WEF – DAVOS 2026ESG News will be returning this year to host over 50 panel sessions, fireside chats, and executive interviews. For media opportunities, please visit www.esgnewsagency.com
Additional Notes:The event is held at the Davos Congress Centre, with participants including heads of state, CEOs, and representatives from international organizations.
Liam Marais

AFME Annual European Sustainable Finance Conference 2026
2026-05-20 00:00 - 2026-05-21 23:59
Overview:Join industry leaders at the AFME Annual European Sustainable Finance Conference 2026, the premier European gathering for sustainable finance, ESG investing, and green capital markets. This flagship event brings together asset managers, institutional investors, regulators, and corporate executives to discuss the latest trends, regulations, and innovations shaping the future of sustainable finance in Europe.
Attendees will gain insights on ESG risk integration, green bonds, sustainable lending, regulatory frameworks, and impact investing, while networking with the key stakeholders driving the ESG agenda across the continent.
Why Attend:

Explore European sustainable finance trends and market opportunities

Hear from leading ESG and finance experts

Gain actionable insights on regulatory compliance and ESG disclosures

Network with top-tier financial institutions, investors, and policymakers

Who Should Attend:

ESG professionals and analysts

Corporate sustainability officers

Institutional investors and asset managers

Bankers and capital market professionals

Policymakers and regulators

CTA / Registration:Secure your spot now to connect with Europe’s leading sustainable finance innovators and register for AFME Annual European Sustainable Finance Conference 2026 today!
Sponsorship Inquiries:
For ESG News media sponsorship inquiries, please visit here.
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Liam Marais
