As organizations navigate evolving climate goals, regulatory expectations, and growing pressure to build more sustainable businesses, industry conferences and events continue to play a critical role in shaping the conversation. From climate innovation and clean technology to sustainable finance, ESG strategy, and corporate transformation, these gatherings bring together business leaders, investors, policymakers, researchers, and entrepreneurs to share insights, forge partnerships, and spotlight solutions with real-world impact.
Whether your goal is to stay ahead of emerging trends or secure a platform for your executives to share their perspective on stage, these are the sustainability events most likely to drive meaningful industry visibility and influence across 2026 and 2027.
Sustainable Brands SB'26 San Diego
June 8-10 | San Diego, CA
SB'26 San Diego brings together sustainability, brand, marketing, and innovation leaders to explore how responsible business practices can drive growth and competitive advantage. The conference focuses on regenerative business models, circular systems, sustainable innovation, and next-generation governance. The event offers a platform to share case studies and collaborative problem-solving sessions, plus a global network of leaders shaping the future of sustainable commerce.
Tickets: $3,995
Trellis Impact
June 23-25 | San Francisco, CA
Trellis Impact 26 convenes leading voices in corporate sustainability, climate tech, investment, and environmental advocacy, with an AI x Sustainability Program woven throughout—exploring topics like emissions and Scope 3 management, reporting automation, climate risk intelligence, and the growing energy demands of AI infrastructure. With an expected 2,500+ attendees and 100+ sessions led by more than 300 speakers, the event is a great platform with leaders looking to share actionable insights across decarbonization, nature regeneration, and sustainable finance.
Tickets: $2,999-$3,199
Aspen Ideas: Climate
July 20-22 | Chicago, IL
Aspen Ideas: Climate is a solutions-oriented gathering that brings together scientists, policymakers, business leaders, innovators, artists, and community advocates to explore the future of climate action. Hosted in partnership with the Chicago Climate Corps, the event highlights emerging climate solutions, climate finance, carbon markets, energy innovation, and resilience strategies through a mix of keynotes, workshops, and breakout panels.
Tickets: $650
Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit
July 22 | Singapore
The fifth annual Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit brings together industry leaders and investors globally to drive innovation and scale best practices in sustainable business and finance. This year's summit covers how business and finance leaders are shaping the next phase of globalization through fireside chats and expert discussions on strengthening resilience, advancing climate adaptation, and driving a multi-speed energy transition across Asia's diverse markets..
Tickets: Free
Climate Week NYC
September 20-27 | New York City, NY
Climate Week NYC is the world's largest climate event, bringing together more than 100,000 people across 1,000+ events in New York City. From global leaders shaping markets and policy to communities driving change on the ground, Climate Week NY connects the people and ideas transforming how we live, work, and build a low-carbon economy and a more secure future. This year's theme centers on energy, impact, and action—recognizing that in times of economic and climate uncertainty, collaboration and learning from one another is key.
Tickets: Free
World Conference on Climate Change & Sustainability
September 29-30 | London
The fifth edition of the World Conference on Climate Change & Sustainability brings together researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability professionals to address some of the most pressing climate challenges facing society today. Centered on the theme Solutions for Climate: Innovation, Equity, & Sustainability, the conference explores how climate change affects communities globally—from urban centers to rural landscapes—and dives into the organizations driving innovative, equitable solutions.
Tickets: £599-€899
World Sustainability Congress
October 21-22 | Amsterdam
The World Sustainability Congress is a two-day event in Amsterdam that convenes global sustainability leaders, ESG practitioners, policymakers, and innovators to explore the strategies shaping the future of responsible business. Industry thought leaders share keynote presentations, expert panels, and real-world case studies on topics including decarbonization, sustainable finance, supply chain transformation, and ESG leadership.
Tickets: €1,050-€3,500
SOSV Deep Tech Summit
November 4 | Virtual
Building on the success of the SOSV Climate Tech Summit, the first day of the new SOSV Deep Tech Summit focuses on the climate tech ecosystem and brings together founders, investors, scientists, and corporate leaders developing breakthrough technologies to solve global climate challenges. With past speakers including Bill Gates and Vinod Khosla, this year’s event lineup is sure to be strong.
Tickets: Free
CleanTech Forum
January 25-27, 2027 | San Diego, CA
Cleantech Forum North America is one of the premier conferences for investors, corporates, entrepreneurs, and innovators working at the intersection of climate and technology. The 2027 event will focus on resilience, energy security, critical minerals, water infrastructure, industrial decarbonization, and emerging climate technologies—creating opportunities for sharing perspective on stage, deal-making, partnerships, and investment across the cleantech ecosystem. It's one of the strongest venues for speaking opportunities at conferences focused on climate tech.
Tickets: $2,200
The Economist Sustainability Week
March 16-17 , 2027 | London & Virtual
Bringing together more than 2,500 industry leaders—including chief sustainability officers, chief procurement officers, CFOs, and CEOs—Economist Sustainability Week is designed to help businesses become sustainable faster. The 2027 agenda spans AI, supply chains, waste management, carbon capture, and biodiversity, with interactive peer-to-peer sessions like the CSO Leaders Club connecting senior sustainability leaders who can help each other move faster. New in 2026, Carbon Capture and Biodiversity summits equip attendees with tools to accelerate the journey to profitability and sustainability.
Tickets: TBD
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*Note: All event dates, formats, and prices are current as of June 2026.
