By Desmond Nleya
Dubai is set to host the 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 1–2 October 2025, uniting heads of state, ministers, experts, and innovators from around the world to advance sustainable development and climate action.
Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the summit will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the theme “Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy.”
Organised by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO), the event will feature high-level participants including HE Sauli Niinistö, former president of Finland, HE Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, as well as ministers from the Seychelles, Madagascar, and the Maldives.
Discussions will focus on seven pillars: technology and innovation, clean and renewable energy, policy and regulation, finance, climate equity, adaptation and resilience, and youth in climate action. The agenda aims to accelerate partnerships, empower developing nations, and speed up the transition to a sustainable global economy.
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of WGEO, said WGES has become a key platform for promoting green policies, investing in clean technologies, and driving innovations such as artificial intelligence and circular economy models.
Speakers from government, academia, business, and civil society will address critical issues including climate justice and regional cooperation, with an emphasis on practical solutions that balance environmental responsibility with economic growth.
The summit is expected to strengthen global collaboration, boost investment in sustainable industries, and reinforce Dubai’s role as an international hub for climate dialogue and green innovation.
Source: Dubai Media Office
