ADSW 2025

ADSW Dialogues

14 - 16 Jan
Hall 10, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC)
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The ADSW Dialogues are high-level private gatherings convening top policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and investors to set collective priorities and collaborate on solutions that address the world's most pressing sustainability challenges. By fostering strategic, action-oriented discussions, they enable participants to align on effective strategies, making a tangible difference in advancing a resilient and sustainable world.

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High-level Event on Accelerated Partnership for Renewable Energy in Central Asia (APRECA) and Artificial Intelligence

14 JAN 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM GST

The APRECA aims to accelerate energy transition through a holistic, country-led partnership model that integrates commitments with effective planning and execution as well as recent advances in Artificial Intelligence. This session will outline a transformative model for energy transition in Central Asia, focusing on AI-driven solutions and regional collaboration. Participants will discuss how to integrate innovative digital grids and strengthen cross-border energy partnerships to accelerate progress.

The CSO Network Roundtable

14 JAN 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM GST

AI promises transformational advances across industries, enhancing safety, productivity, and reducing emissions. However, its power demands strain the energy system, challenging its net positive potential. AI adoption requires new skills and cultural changes. Collaboration is essential to unlock AI's full potential. At the CSO Roundtable under the theme ‘AI for Sustainability’, participants will discuss CSOs' roles in driving innovation and socio-economic value at the AI-energy-climate nexus.
In Partnership With: ADNOC

Strategic Innovations and Challenges in Electrolyzer Technology

15 JAN 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM GST

Delving into breakthroughs and barriers in electrolyzer technology, this Dialogue will highlight strategies to boost efficiency and reduce costs for hydrogen production.

The Power of Global Energy Interconnectivity

15 JAN 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM GST

The Power of Global Energy Interconnectivity Dialogue aims to unite nations through international energy interconnections. Exploring the critical role of cross-border energy networks, this discussion aims to advance renewable energy targets, foster economic growth, and enhance energy access through global collaboration.

Raising Capital for transition in the Aviation Industry

15 JAN 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM GST

Mobilizing capital is essential to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) investments and drive decarbonization in aviation. This Dialogue brings together key stakeholders to address financial strategies, regulatory challenges, and collaborative approaches for transforming one of the most vital yet hard-to-abate sectors.

Scaling Green Hydrogen: Navigating Integration Challenges and Opportunities

15 JAN 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM GST

Focused on unlocking green hydrogen’s potential, this session tackles technical and economic challenges, presenting strategies to create innovative growth pathways.

GH2 Potential: Strategies for Large-Scale Offtakers

15 JAN 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM GST

In the race toward industrial decarbonization, hydrogen stands as a pivotal solution for hard-to-abate sectors. This executive roundtable brings together industry leaders and large-scale hydrogen off-takers to navigate the complexities of implementing hydrogen solutions at scale.

Securing Green Hydrogen: The Critical Role of EPC Wraps

15 JAN 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM GST

Exploring the pivotal role of EPC wraps, this session addresses how to overcome integration challenges—technical, economic, and infrastructural—to unlock growth and innovation in the green hydrogen economy.

Finance for a Nature-Positive Future

16 JAN 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM GST

Key stakeholders from finance, conservation, and policy sectors will gather to develop actionable strategies that align biodiversity restoration with financial gains. Drawing insights from global case studies, the discussion will focus on how financial actors can drive positive outcomes for ecosystems and businesses alike.

Scaling Climate Tech Deployment in the UAE

16 JAN 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM GST

Building on ADSW’s climate tech activities engagements since 2023, this roundtable in collaboration with the Global Centre for Climate Finance (GCFC) and PwC, aims to bridge the climate tech procurement gap in the region by fostering collaborations between climate tech innovators and large UAE industries.

The Nature Agenda and the Role of Private Sector

16 JAN 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM GST

The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework calls for transformative private-sector action to achieve its ambitious goals. This closed-door workshop convenes industry leaders to identify actionable strategies for embedding nature-positive practices into business operations, driving both ecological and economic benefits.

Climate Leadership at the Board Level: Aligning Governance with Sustainability

16 JAN 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM GST

As the world transitions to a climate-resilient economy, board members in the UAE must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to integrate climate considerations into their decision-making. By learning from global climate governance practices and focusing on UAE-specific challenges, this roundtable will explore risks, opportunities, and actionable steps for Board Directors (BDs) to lead on sustainability initiatives.

Polar Dialogue

16 JAN 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM GST

The Arctic Circle Polar Dialogue unites global experts to address scientific challenges and foster collaboration in polar research. With a focus on the Arctic, Antarctic, and the Himalaya - Third Pole, participants will explore solutions for responsible research, climate resilience, and cross-regional cooperation.

Climate Coffee Club Series: Renewable Energy and Hydrogen

16 JAN 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM GST

This coffee chat will explore the evolving landscape of low-carbon commodities with energy specialist Massimiliano Cervo. The discussion will uncover how market shifts, regional strategies, and geopolitics are shaping the path toward decarbonization. With insights into balancing government and private sector initiatives and navigating risks, this session will offer a forward-looking perspective on driving meaningful low-carbon progress regionally and globally.

Innovations and Insights in Battery Energy Storage Systems

16 JAN 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM GST

As the global energy landscape evolves toward sustainable solutions, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) play a pivotal role in enabling the transition to clean energy. This roundtable will bring together solution providers and users to exchange insights on advancements, current projects, and future projections in the sector. By focusing on technological innovations, cost reductions, and diverse applications across industries, participants will address emerging challenges and opportunities, emphasizing the vital role of BESS in advancing global sustainability goals.

Advancing Culture-based Climate Action

16 JAN 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM GST

Showcasing culture’s unique role in climate action, this Dialogue explores the contributions of arts, heritage, and Indigenous knowledge in fostering sustainable development and international collaboration.