Dubai stands out as a global leader in ESG discussions in 2026, hosting premier events that unite sustainability experts, investors, and policymakers to advance green initiatives across MENA and beyond.
ESGNext Conference
ESGNext Conference, organized by Next Business Media, occurs on October 18, 2026, in Dubai.
Website: www.esgnextconference.com
This flagship event delivers CEO-led panels, ESG awards, and interactive workshops on integrating sustainability frameworks, drawing over 500 leaders to explore measurable impact in governance, social responsibility, and environmental strategies.
Website: www.esgnextconference.com
Nominate for ESG Awards: https://esgnextconference.com/nominate-now/
World ESG Summit
The 7th World ESG Summit & Awards takes place April 14-15, 2026.
Website: worldesgsummit.com
Global executives from finance, energy, and real estate converge for keynote sessions on ESG regulations, risk management, and investment opportunities, culminating in prestigious awards for pioneering sustainability projects.
Future Sustainability Forum
Future Sustainability Forum is scheduled for May 12, 2026, during Dubai Future Finance Week at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam.
Website: futuresustainabilityforum.com
It fosters dialogue on policy reforms, green tech innovations, and scalable financing models to build resilient economies, featuring C-suite speakers and live case studies from regional sustainability leaders.
Energy & Sustainability Summit
Energy & Sustainability Summit happens May 27, 2026.
Website: 2026.eassummit.com
This focused one-day forum tackles decarbonization in energy and construction, green bonds, regenerative materials, and AI-driven environmental analytics, ideal for professionals targeting Net Zero transitions.
Middle East Energy Dubai
Middle East Energy Dubai runs April 7-9, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Website: www.middleeast-energy.com
As the region’s largest energy exhibition, it showcases renewables, energy storage, efficiency tech, and digital solutions, with summits on clean hydrogen and grid modernization attended by 30,000+ professionals.
WETEX 2026
WETEX 2026 unfolds October 20-22, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Website: www.wetex.ae
Combining exhibitions on water tech, renewables, EVs, smart cities, and waste management with World Green Economy Summit forums, it highlights UAE’s sustainability roadmap and global partnerships.
Solar & Storage Live Middle East
Solar & Storage Live Middle East occurs June 9-10, 2026.
Website: www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/solar-storage-live-dubai
This event connects solar developers, storage innovators, utilities, and financiers through live demos, procurement deals, and sessions on utility-scale projects accelerating MENA’s solar boom.
Capacity Middle East
Capacity Middle East is set for February 9-10, 2026.
Website: capacityglobal.com/news/capacity-middle-east-2026
Focusing on digital infrastructure for AI data centers, subsea cables, and sustainable telecom networks, it offers carrier meetings, investment pitches, and strategies for low-carbon connectivity.
Energy Evolution Conference
Energy Evolution Conference takes place February 10, 2026.
Website: https://www.energyevolutionconference.com
Organized by Next Business Media, it spotlights energy transition tech like advanced batteries, carbon capture, and offshore wind, with awards and networking for renewables adopters.
International Conference on Climate Change & Sustainability
International Conference on Climate Change & Sustainability wraps up November 9-10, 2026.
Website: climatechange.averconferences.com
Researchers and policymakers discuss climate modeling, biodiversity conservation, circular economy models, and adaptation policies through peer-reviewed papers and roundtables.
Event Overview Table
| Conference | Date | Website |
|---|---|---|
| ESGNext Conference | October 18, 2026 | esgnextconference.com |
| World ESG Summit & Awards | April 14-15, 2026 | worldesgsummit.com |
| Future Sustainability Forum | May 12, 2026 | futuresustainabilityforum.com |
| Energy & Sustainability Summit | May 27, 2026 | 2026.eassummit.com |
| Middle East Energy Dubai | April 7-9, 2026 | middleeast-energy.com |
| WETEX 2026 | October 20-22, 2026 | wetex.ae |
| Solar & Storage Live Middle East | June 9-10, 2026 | terrapinn.com/exhibition/solar-storage-live-dubai |
| Capacity Middle East | February 9-10, 2026 | capacityglobal.com/news/capacity-middle-east-2026 |
| Energy Evolution Conference | February 10-11, 2026 | www.energyevolutionconference.com |
| International Conference on Climate Change & Sustainability | November 9-10, 2026 | climatechange.averconferences.com |
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