In an age where the rapid evolution of technology continues to redefine our capabilities, the need for sustainable innovation has never been more critical. As advancements in AI and other pioneering technologies promise to revolutionize our collective future, the urgency to harness these breakthroughs for global betterment intensifies. AI's practical application will accelerate the sustainability agenda by optimizing resource management, boosting efficiency and driving solutions that mitigate environmental impact.
ADSW 2025 stands at the forefront of this transformative journey as an essential catalyst driving sustainable progress to meet the challenges of our time. Providing an unparalleled global platform where visionary minds converge to create tangible impact, ADSW 2025 is a crucial opportunity for every stakeholder to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for all. Now, more than ever, we must unify our efforts and leverage these innovations to pave the way for a new era of development and growth.
ADSW 2025 AGENDA
12 - 13
JAN, 2025International Renewable Energy Agency Assembly
The IRENA Assembly is the ultimate decision-making authority of the International Renewable Energy Agency Assembly, a lead global intergovernmental agency for energy transformation that serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, supports countries in their energy transitions, and provides state of the art data and analyses on technology, innovation, policy, finance and investment.
14
JAN, 2025ADSW Opening Ceremony and Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony
Marking the kick-off for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the official Opening Ceremony brings the world’s sustainability community together to set the agenda for the discussions and debate in the week to come.
14
JAN, 2025ADSW Official Reception and Dinner
ADSW’s reception and gala dinner will host global leaders, policymakers, industry innovators and sustainability enthusiasts for an evening to connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to driving global positive change.
14 - 15
JAN, 2025ADSW Summit
Hosting keynote addresses, fireside chats and interactive panel discussions, the ADSW Summit is an opportunity for stakeholders to set the sustainability agenda for the year and inspire the global community to accelerate global action.
16
JAN, 2025Green Hydrogen Summit
This unique platform engages leading players worldwide in dialogues on accelerating the hydrogen economy, highlighting the latest industry trends and developments through high-level panels, fireside chats and outcome-focused working sessions.
16
JAN, 2025Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum
As the financial sector increasingly focuses on implementing systems to unleash the private finance needed to power us towards net zero, the fifth edition of the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF) will convene top global institutional investors, government leaders, regulators and financial institutions to discuss areas of collaboration to increase the flow of capital toward sustainable investment.
14 - 16
JAN, 2025World Future Energy Summit
Bringing together industry influencers, problem solvers and cutting-edge solutions, the World Future Energy Summit is a global think tank focused on creating the blueprints for a sustainable future.
15
JAN, 2025WiSER Annual Forum
As the world strives to cope with climate change, women increasingly find themselves at the forefront of efforts to adapt to it.
14 - 16
JAN, 2025Y4S - Hub and Forum
Youth-led sustainability and empowerment discussions welcome government leaders, industry leaders, young innovators and social entrepreneurs.
16
JAN, 2025Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum
Held under the theme, Voices of Resilience: Delivering Inclusive Climate Action, the Forum will facilitate in-depth dialogue centered around innovative climate technologies, sustainable solutions for food and healthcare, and the critical role of youth and local voices, particularly those in the Global South, in building global climate resilience.
16
JAN, 2025Zayed Sustainability Prize Investor Connect
Investor Connect is an exclusive networking event that provides a platform for Prize finalists and winners to pitch their innovative business models to a diverse group of potential investors, including banks, impact investors and other relevant stakeholders.
17 - 18
JAN, 2025The Festival at Masdar City
This annual celebration of sustainability offers a fusion of education and entertainment with interactive workshops, art installations, innovative tech demos and live performances.
ADSW in numbers
60+
heads of state, ministers and royal leaders have been part of ADSW
1,000+
global delegates in business and civil society, government officials and policymakers have joined the conversation each year
175
countries are represented each year
3,000+
students have attended ADSW each year to learn about sustainability
50,000
attendees join ADSW each year
Previous Speakers
Established in 2008, ADSW provides a global platform for all who have a stake in the future of our planet. ADSW brings together leaders from across governments, the private sector and civil society, to discuss and engage on bold climate action and the innovations that will ensure a sustainable world for future generations.
