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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. \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
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:Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 2 - Bill Gates & Building a Climate Miracle - Release Date
DESCRIPTION:Scrubbing The Sky: Episode 2 – Bill Gates & Building a Climate Miracle \nComing 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: \n\nKen Caldeira\, senior scientist at Breakthrough Energy \nDavid Keith\, professor at the University of Chicago and a DAC pioneer who founded the company Carbon Engineering\n\nWATCH Scrubbing the Sky\, Episode 1: Carbon Removal Engineering Earth’s Cooling \n​“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. \nThe 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. ​ \n“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. \nInquire about sponsorship opportunities \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/scrubbing-the-sky-podcast-bill-gates-building-a-climate-miracle/
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SUMMARY:World Blood Donor Day
DESCRIPTION:14 June is World Blood Donor Day\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery year countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The event serves to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary\, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. \nA blood service that gives patients access to safe blood and blood products in sufficient quantity is a key component of an effective health system. The global theme of World Blood Donor Day changes each year in recognition of the selfless individuals who donate their blood for people unknown to them. \n\n\n\n\nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
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CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Lifestyle,Health,Science
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SUMMARY:3M Climate Innovation Center #UNGA77
DESCRIPTION:Climate change requires action – and innovation. By leveraging the power of science to reimagine what’s possible\, 3M is developing and scaling solutions that have the power to transform the world around us. 3M solutions for decarbonization\, electrification\, energy efficiency\, waste reduction\, and sustainable infrastructure will be on interactive display in New York City during Climate Week NYC\, Sept. 20-22\, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at The Battery in Lower Manhattan (next to the SeaGlass Carousel). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTweets by 3M\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/3m-climate-innovation-center-unga77/
LOCATION:The Battery\, New York\, New York\, 10004\, United States
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SUMMARY:STI Forum Side Event: Digitalization to Achieve the SDGs - promoting effective and coherent UN support through mapping and country-level initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Background Information on Side Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe would like to showcase the mapping of digital-related initiatives across the UN System\, which was conducted from 30 November 2021 to 31 January 2022. Accordingly\, we would like to share that we have received 489 inputs from 39 UN entities during the mapping exercise. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo highlight the outcomes and initiatives of this mapping\, the Office of the Tech Envoy and DESA are organizing an STI Side Event aiming to raise stakeholder awareness on how digital technologies can boost the process to achieve SDGs and the significance of coordination to implement the Roadmap for Digital Cooperation. Through presentations by UN Agencies and UN country presence\, the event will also explore how digitalization can help facilitate the achievement of socio-economic and environmental\, sustainable development\, with a specific focus on country-level needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTweets by SustDev\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://esgnews.com/esg-lifestyle/ \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/sti-forum-side-event-digitalization-to-achieve-the-sdgs-promoting-effective-and-coherent-un-support-through-mapping-and-country-level-initiatives/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Science,SDGs,Technology
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SUMMARY:7th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science\, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals
DESCRIPTION:Credit to Grace Chenxin Liu for her design and creation of this artwork\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe seventh annual Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science\, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (STI Forum) will be held from 5 to 6 May 2022. The Forum will be convened by the President of ECOSOC H.E. Mr. Collen Vixen Kelapile who has appointed two co-chairs – H.E. Mr. Kennedy Godfrey Gastorn\, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Tanzania to the United Nations\, and H.E. Mr. Sergiy Kyslytsya\, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the United Nations. As per its mandate\, the Forum will be organized by the UN interagency task team on STI for the SDGs (IATT)\, convened by UN-DESA and UNCTAD\, and the 10-Member Group of high-level representatives appointed by the Secretary General. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs in previous years\, the theme of the STI Forum will be closely aligned with that of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)\, to be held from Tuesday\, 5 July\, to Thursday\, 7 July\, and from Monday\, 11 July\, to Friday\, 15 July 2022\, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council\, but have an exclusive focus on the role and contributions of science\, technology and innovation. The HLPF in 2022 will review in-depth Sustainable Development Goals 4 on quality education\, 5 on gender equality\, 14 on life below water\, 15 on life on land\, and 17 on partnerships for the Goals. The upcoming HLPF will take into account the different and particular impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic across all Sustainable Development Goals and the integrated\, indivisible and interlinked nature of the Goals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccordingly\, the theme for the STI Forum 2022 will be: “Science\, technology and innovation for building back better from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) while advancing the full implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTweets by SustDev\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://esgnews.com/esg-lifestyle/ \nMatt BirdMatt Bird is the Founder\, CEO\, and Editor-in-Chief of ESG News. He brings 25 years of experience in corporate strategy\, media\, fintech\, and communications\, including 15 years specializing in news and journalism. Matt was recognized by the United Nations as #3 of the “Top 10 Most Influential Media Executives for Impact” in 2015 during the launch of the UN SDGs.\nHe has advised the Sustainable Stock Exchange initiative (SSEI)\, UNCTAD\, and the UN\, and hosts event coverage at the World Economic Forum\, ADFW\, Climate Week NYC\, EU Parliament\, COP\, the Vatican\, NASDAQ\, NYSE\, and more. Matt is a founding board member of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation\, a Vatican-based NGO focused on identifying and removing impediments to human flourishing.\nHe previously rang the NASDAQ Closing Bell in honor of his partnership with NASDAQ OMX to launch the world’s first retail investor targeting and newswire monitoring platform with the NASDAQ Financial Services Group. Matt launched ESG News in 2021\, leading coverage of more than 10\,000 news stories as of 2026—and truly loves what he does. \nesgnews.com
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/7th-multi-stakeholder-forum-on-science-technology-and-innovation-for-the-sustainable-development-goals/
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CATEGORIES:Innovation,Science,SDGs,Technology
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