Events for Impact

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Sustainability in Creative Industries (SCI) – 5th Edition

The 5th International Conference on Sustainability in Creative Industries (SCI), organised by IEREK in collaboration with Universitas Ciputra, explores how sustainability can be integrated into creative industries through responsible design, production, technology and business practices.

GNOSIS26: Follow the Sun

GNOSIS26: Follow the Sun is a free, 24-hour virtual conference exploring the challenges and opportunities involved in ensuring the long-term sustainability of outer space. Organised by the Global Network on Sustainability in Space (GNOSIS), the event brings together international experts, policymakers, researchers and industry representatives to share regional perspectives and develop collaborative solutions for a sustainable space environment.

7th PCI Energy Days

The 7th PCI Energy Days brings together national administrations, regulators, grid operators, project developers, industry, civil society and financiers to discuss the development of European energy infrastructure. The programme focuses on Projects of Common Interest and Projects of Mutual Interest, highlighting how cross-border infrastructure and investment can support the EU’s 2030 climate and energy targets. Sessions and networking opportunities address practical challenges in building and modernising energy networks.

ICAEW Sustainability Summit 2026

The ICAEW Sustainability Summit explores how finance and business professionals can support the transition to more sustainable economies. The programme covers climate and nature-related risks, sustainability reporting and assurance, emerging disclosure standards, the financial implications of environmental risks and the sustainability impacts of artificial intelligence. It provides practical guidance for finance leaders, sustainability teams, auditors and policymakers working to integrate sustainability into organisational decisions.

20th SET Plan Conference

The 20th Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan) Conference brings together European and national policymakers, investors, industry representatives and researchers to discuss how clean energy technologies can strengthen Europe’s competitiveness while advancing climate neutrality. The programme covers industrial decarbonisation, offshore energy, clean energy manufacturing, sustainable heating and cooling, non-fossil flexibility, and innovation in energy systems

London Climate Action Week 2027

London Climate Action Week (LCAW) is an annual initiative hosted by E3G, an independent climate change think tank, bringing together businesses, policymakers, investors, researchers, civil society and communities to advance climate action. Across London and through international partnerships, the programme comprises conferences, workshops, networking events, public activities and other gatherings focused on accelerating climate solutions and supporting the transition to a net-zero, climate-resilient economy. Topics span energy, finance, buildings, transport, nature, food systems, circular economy and climate policy. The initiative provides a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange and practical action at local, national and international levels.

UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development 2027

The UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development brings together education ministers, policymakers, youth leaders, educators and international stakeholders to advance education as a driver of sustainable development. The conference will review progress under UNESCO’s Education for Sustainable Development framework and help shape priorities for the coming years, including green skills, climate action, biodiversity, digital transformation and youth engagement.

UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17)

The UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17) marks the first global assessment of collective progress towards the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted in 2022. It brings together governments, international organisations, scientists, Indigenous Peoples and civil society to assess progress towards its 23 targets for 2030 and accelerate global efforts to protect nature and ecosystems. Key topics include ecosystem restoration, protected areas, biodiversity finance and measures to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. The conference aims to strengthen international cooperation and accelerate implementation of global biodiversity commitments by 2030.

BNEF Summit Amsterdam

BNEF Summit Amsterdam examines the future of industry and supply chains, with a focus on Europe’s energy strategy, clean fuels, hydrogen, carbon capture, electricity markets and low-carbon industrial development.