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SUMMARY:Climate Week NYC 2025
DESCRIPTION:Climate Week NYC 2025: Uniting for a Sustainable Future\nClimate 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. \nWhy Climate Week NYC 2025 Matters\nAs 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. \nHighlights of Climate Week NYC 2025\n\n\nKey Focus Areas: Engage in critical discussions on climate finance\, renewable energy\, adaptation and resilience\, sustainable infrastructure\, nature-based solutions\, and global climate policy. \n\n\nThe 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: \n\n\nClean energy and the energy transition \n\n\nSustainable agriculture and food systems \n\n\nPublic health and climate impacts \n\n\nESG and climate disclosure \n\n\nFinancing climate solutions \n\n\n\n\nESG 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. \n\n\nBe Part of the Change\nClimate 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. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/climate-week-nyc-2025/
LOCATION:Javits Center North\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSR Events,Economy,Education,Energy Transition Event,ESG Events,ESG Investing,ESG Real Estate,Live Events,SDGs,Social Responsibility,Sustainable Finance,UN Global Compact
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SUMMARY:ESG News Live @ Climate Week NYC 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/esg-news-live-climate-week-nyc-2025/
LOCATION:Javits Center North\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:ESG Events,ESG Investing,ESG News,ESG Policy,Financial Services,Governance,Innovation,Investor Relations,Live Events,Sustainable Finance
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SUMMARY:ADFW (Abu Dhabi Finance Week) 2025
DESCRIPTION:ADFW 2025 Event Overview\nAs 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. \nRELATED ARTICLE: ADFW 2025 Announces Speakers and Agenda – Abu Dhabi Finance Week Update \nWhy ADFW 2025 Matters?\n1. Sustainability is central to capital flows\nThe 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. \n2. A meeting-place for regulators\, institutions & innovators\nWithin 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”. \n3. Regional leadership & global connectivity\nWith 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. \nRegistration: Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025 Official Website  \nESG 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. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/adfw-abu-dhabi-finance-week-2025/
LOCATION:Al Maryah Island ADGM Square Abu Dhab\, Island - ADGM Authorities Building\, United Arab Emirates\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Blockchain,Digital Assets,Energy Transition Event,ESG Events,ESG Investing,Financial Services,Government,Investor Relations,Live Events,Non-Profit,Sustainable Finance
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SUMMARY:Hack Summit 2025 NYC
DESCRIPTION:About Hack Summit 2025 New York \nThe 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. \nWhen 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. \nHeld 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. \nKey features include: \n\n\nHigh-impact programming: Keynotes\, fireside conversations\, and sector-specific panels featuring global climate innovators\, scientists\, and corporate sustainability leaders. \n\n\nFounder–Investor Dealflow Sessions: Curated matchmaking and rapid-pitch formats connecting emerging startups with VCs\, CVCs\, family offices\, and climate-focused asset managers. \n\n\nStartup Exhibition & Tech Showcase: Early- and growth-stage companies unveiling new technologies\, prototypes\, and commercialization pathways. \n\n\nCorporate & Government Roundtables: Insights from major industrials\, public-sector leaders\, and climate policy stakeholders on scaling climate infrastructure and regulatory alignment. \n\n\nUS Climate Tech Week Integration: The summit aligns with New York’s climate innovation ecosystem\, offering additional side events\, satellite programming\, and ecosystem networking. \n\n\nWho Attends:Climate tech founders\, CTOs\, CSOs\, corporate venture teams\, impact and infrastructure investors\, government officials\, academia\, NGOs\, and media. \nHack Smmit 2025 Focus Themes: \n\n\nCarbon management and carbon removal \n\n\nGrid-scale energy innovation \n\n\nSustainable manufacturing & materials \n\n\nWater\, food\, and ag-tech innovation \n\n\nAI and climate intelligence \n\n\nResilient cities & built environment \n\n\nClimate finance & investment pathways \n\n\nWhy 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. \nRegister here \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/hack-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Newlab\, 19 Morris Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11205\, USA\, 19 Morris Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blockchain,Climate,ESG Investing,Live Events
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SUMMARY:Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nAbu 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.\n\nWhether 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.\n\n\nKey Highlights & Core Events\nADSW 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.\n\n\nWhy Attend?\nADSW 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).\n\nESG News Media Opportunities at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025\nESG 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.\n\n\n*For more events to partner with ESG News visit ESG News Live\n\n\nRegistration & Attendance\nTo 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.\nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/abu-dhabi-sustainability-week-adsw-2026/
LOCATION:ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi\, UAE\, ADNEC Centre\, Abu Dhabi\, UAE
CATEGORIES:Climate,Energy,Energy Transition Event,Environmental,ESG Conferences,ESG Events,ESG Investing,ESG Policy,Financial Services,Government,Innovation,Live Events,Social Responsibility,Sustainability,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Finance,Technology
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SUMMARY:World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Future Energy Summit 2026Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates | 13–15 January 2026Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) \nThe 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. \nEvent Overview \nAcross 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. \nStrategic Themes and Content \nWFES 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: \n\n\nClean Energy & Solar — Strategic and technical pathways for renewable deployment and energy system transformation. \n\n\nGreen Finance — Investment trends\, financing instruments\, and climate capital mobilization models. \n\n\nCircular Economy & Water Security — Integrated approaches to resource management and sustainable growth. \n\n\nSustainable Cities & eMobility — Solutions for urban decarbonization\, smart infrastructure\, and inclusive mobility. \n\n\nFUSE AI and Innovation Hubs — A first-of-its-kind focus on artificial intelligence in energy optimization\, grid resilience\, and climate applications. \n\n\nStartup Platform (The Greenhouse) — A curated stage for early-stage innovators to connect with capital and corporate partners. \n\n\nCreative Engagement (Greenpeace Cinema) — Storytelling and visual narratives highlighting environmental imperatives and solutions. \n\n\nBusiness Impact and Global Reach \nWFES 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. \nWhy Attend \nParticipants join WFES to: \n\n\nGain insights from international experts shaping energy policy and climate strategy. \n\n\nDiscover emerging technologies across renewable energy\, smart systems\, and sustainability tech. \n\n\nForge partnerships that translate ambition into tangible projects and solutions. \n\n\nPosition their organizations at the forefront of the energy transition. \n\n\nFor ESG News Media Opportunities at World Future Energy Summit 2026 \nESG 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. \n\n*For more events to partner with ESG News visit ESG News Live\nAccess and Registration \nRegistration 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. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-future-energy-summit-wfes-2026/
CATEGORIES:Carbon Markets,Climate,Energy,Energy Transition Event,ESG Events,Governance,Innovation,Live Events,Social Responsibility,Sustainability,Sustainable Business
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SUMMARY:Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub (Y4S) at ADSW
DESCRIPTION:Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub (Y4S)13–15 January 2026 | Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) \nThe Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub (Y4S) is the flagship youth engagement platform at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026\, convening the next generation of leaders to shape practical solutions for a more sustainable future. Hosted at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre\, Y4S brings together more than 3\,500 young people from around the world to participate in high-impact discussions\, climate dialogues\, debates\, and collaborative sessions. \nAcross three days\, the Y4S Forum and Youth Hub serve as a dynamic space where students\, young professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and emerging changemakers connect directly with policymakers\, industry leaders\, innovators\, and global institutions. The program is designed to move beyond awareness—empowering youth to act\, innovate\, and lead across climate action\, sustainable development\, energy transition\, and social impact. \nWhat to Expect \n\n\nGlobal Youth Dialogue: Interactive panels and open forums addressing climate action\, sustainability policy\, innovation\, and inclusive development. \n\n\nAction-Oriented Programming: Workshops and debates focused on practical solutions\, leadership skills\, and real-world impact pathways. \n\n\nYouth Hub Experience: A vibrant\, collaborative environment within ADSW dedicated exclusively to youth voices\, ideas\, and innovation. \n\n\nGlobal Connectivity: Opportunities to engage with peers from across regions and cultures\, building networks that extend beyond the event. \n\n\nWhy It Matters \nY4S plays a critical role in ensuring that youth perspectives are embedded in global sustainability conversations. By amplifying young voices and equipping participants with the tools to lead change\, the Forum reinforces the idea that youth are not future stakeholders—they are present-day actors in the sustainability transition. \nFor ESG News Media Opportunities at World Future Energy Summit 2026 \nESG 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. \n*For more events to partner with ESG News visit ESG News Live \nRegistration \nAttendance at the Youth 4 Sustainability Forum & Hub is included with registration for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026. \nParticipants are encouraged to register now to secure access to ADSW 2026 and the full Y4S program\, taking place 13–15 January 2026 at ADNEC\, Abu Dhabi. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/youth-4-sustainability-forum-hub-y4s-at-adsw/
LOCATION:ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi\, UAE\, ADNEC Centre\, Abu Dhabi\, UAE
CATEGORIES:Education,Innovation,Live Events,Social Responsibility,youth
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SUMMARY:Green Hydrogen Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Green Hydrogen Summit 2026Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 | Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates \nThe 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. \nAs 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. \nA 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. \nKey Themes and Objectives \n\n\nGlobal Net-Zero Pathways: The role of green hydrogen in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors\, including industry\, transport\, and power generation. \n\n\nUAE Hydrogen Leadership: Strategies to advance national hydrogen initiatives and strengthen the UAE’s position in global hydrogen markets. \n\n\nInvestment & Finance: Mobilizing capital\, de-risking projects\, and structuring bankable hydrogen ventures. \n\n\nTechnology & Innovation: Advancing electrolyser technologies\, supply-chain efficiency\, and cost-reduction through R&D. \n\n\nInternational Collaboration: Aligning standards\, trade frameworks\, and partnerships to scale the global hydrogen economy. \n\n\nFor ESG News Media Opportunities at the Green Hydrogen Summit in Abu Dhabi: \nESG 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. \n\n*For more events to partner with ESG News\, visit ESG News Live\nWhy It Matters \nThe 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. \nParticipation 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. \nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/green-hydrogen-summit-2026/
LOCATION:ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi\, UAE\, ADNEC Centre\, Abu Dhabi\, UAE
CATEGORIES:Carbon Markets,Climate,Economy,Energy,Energy Transition Event,Environmental,ESG Investing,Government,Innovation,Live Events,Science,Sustainability,Technology
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SUMMARY:Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual MeetingHeld during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) | Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates \nThe 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. \nHosted 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. \nPurpose and Strategic Focus\nThe 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. \nCentral 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. \nKey Themes\nRecent 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: \n\n\nScaling climate and transition finance beyond pilot projects \n\n\nMobilizing private capital alongside sovereign and multilateral funding \n\n\nAdvancing green finance instruments\, including green bonds\, blended finance\, and carbon pricing \n\n\nLeveraging AI and data-driven tools to improve transparency\, risk assessment\, and climate asset evaluation \n\n\nAligning financial systems with net-zero and energy transition pathways \n\n\nWhat to Expect\nBased on recent GCFC Annual Meetings\, participants can expect: \n\n\nHigh-level dialogues on translating COP outcomes into scalable\, investable finance—particularly for emerging and developing markets \n\n\nShowcases of innovation\, including AI-enabled climate finance tools and data platforms supporting better capital allocation \n\n\nStrategic briefings on upcoming initiatives\, priorities\, and frameworks for accelerating energy transition investments \n\n\nAction-oriented collaboration\, connecting investors\, governments\, and solution providers around tangible financing pathways \n\n\nLooking Ahead\nLooking 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. \nFor ESG News Media Opportunities at the Global Climate Finance Centre (GCFC) Annual Meeting: \nESG 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. \n*For more events to partner with ESG News\, visit ESG News Live \nRegistration & Attendance\nTo 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.\n\nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/global-climate-finance-centre-gcfc-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi\, UAE\, ADNEC Centre\, Abu Dhabi\, UAE
CATEGORIES:Carbon Markets,Climate,Digital Assets,Economy,Energy,Energy Transition Event,ESG Events,ESG Policy,Government,Innovation,Live Events,Sustainability,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Finance
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SUMMARY:2026 Macao International Environmental Forum & Exhibition (2026MIECF)
DESCRIPTION:About the Event: 2026 MIECF – A Regional Platform for Effective Exchanges in Environmental Protection\nThe 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).\n \nThe 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.\n \n2026 MIECF Theme: Low-carbon\, Zero Waste Cities: Embarking on a Global Collaboration\nIn 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.\n \nAs 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. \n\nTo Register\, 2026MIECF Click Here\n\nLiam Marais
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/2026-macao-international-environmental-forum-exhibition-2026miecf/
LOCATION:Cotai Expo\, The Venetian Macao\, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança\, s/n\, Taipa\, Macao SAR\, China
CATEGORIES:Carbon Markets,Circular Economy,Climate,CSR Events,Energy,Energy Transition Event,Environmental,Innovation,International,Live Events,Sustainability,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Finance
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