Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The World Green Economy Summit (WGES) continues to consolidate its position as a leading international platform for driving the transition to a green economy and promoting ambitious climate action in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key factors contributing to this transformation are climate policies that stimulate sustainable development, guide investments, and ensure accountability. The 11th edition of the summit is of particular importance in light of the rapidly changing global energy landscape, the growing demand from data centers and artificial intelligence, and the intensifying global race to achieve climate neutrality.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the summit is organized by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO). The summit annually features strategic discussions bringing together thought leaders, decision-makers, and representatives from the public and private sectors, as well as international organizations, with the aim of accelerating the transition to a more sustainable and inclusive economic model. This year's summit is held under the theme "Impactful Innovation: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy," on October 1 and 2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said: “Thanks to the vision and directives of our wise leadership, the World Green Economy Summit continues to strengthen the UAE’s role as a global model in leading the transition to a low-carbon economy, based on innovation and effective international partnerships. Climate policies and legislation are a fundamental pillar to ensure the sustainability of this transformation and accelerate its pace, keeping pace with global challenges and changes and enhancing investment opportunities in promising technologies. The summit is gaining increasing global importance as a strategic platform for formulating visions and strategies, guiding the path of the green economy internationally, and advancing climate action. This will positively impact societies and economies around the world, and contribute to consolidating the position of Dubai and the UAE at the forefront of international efforts to build a more prosperous and sustainable future for current and future generations.”

Policies and Legislation: The Foundation of Sustainable Transformation

The Policy and Legislation track at the World Green Economy Summit 2025 explores the dynamic shifts in climate policy and the impact of different priorities such as energy security, industrial policies, and global competitiveness on the decision-making process, particularly in key markets such as the United States and the European Union.

Despite the challenges, there is a global commitment to the transition to clean energy. Global investment in the low-carbon energy transition grew by 11% to a record high of $2.1 trillion in 2024, driven primarily by electric transport, renewable energy, and electricity grids. However, current investment levels are estimated to represent only 37% of what is needed to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, requiring annual investments of $5.6 trillion from 2025 to 2030. Investment analysis also highlights disparities, with mature technologies accounting for $1.93 trillion, while investments in emerging technologies such as hydrogen and carbon capture reached only $155 billion. This reality underscores the importance of formulating supportive and targeted policies to address investment gaps and accelerate the maturation of promising technologies.

Summit discussions will also highlight the growing expansion of global carbon markets and their direct impact on trade and industry. In 2024, global carbon pricing revenues reached a record $117 billion, while the total value of carbon compliance markets reached $1.169 trillion in the same year. With the number of effective carbon pricing instruments globally reaching 75, they now cover approximately 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This expansion opens new avenues for climate finance but also poses competitive challenges, calling for support and adaptation mechanisms.

The summit sessions will also focus on aligning national policies with global goals, the importance of private sector engagement, and the governance reforms necessary to ensure transparency and effectiveness. This focus aims to assess the future of climate policies and their ability to drive sustainable economic growth and the transition to a low-carbon, just global economy for all.

“Achieving carbon neutrality is essential to combat climate change, which is significantly impacting the Arab region. Addressing climate change requires a radical shift away from the extraction and consumption of fossil fuels. Leading Arab oil-producing countries have been diversifying their economies, including massive investments in renewable energy and energy efficiency, while also pursuing technological innovations to achieve cleaner use of fossil fuels. Hosting the World Green Economy Summit in Dubai is a testament to this sincere commitment. A green economy is based on sound resource management that takes into account nature’s ability to regenerate. Challenging nature may buy time, but it will neither save the environment nor address long-term climate challenges,” said Najib Saab, Secretary General of the Arab Forum for Environment and Development and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025.

“The climate crisis requires regional solutions,” said Naila Farouk, CEO of the Arab Foundations Forum and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025. “Through the first Arab Philanthropy Climate Commitment, the Arab Foundations Forum is bringing together foundations, civil society, and public and private sector actors to formulate a unified response focused on local realities and long-term sustainability. This will enable philanthropy in the Arab region to fulfill its responsibility to support bold ideas, the most affected communities, and long-term solutions built on justice and care.”

“The future of COP25 lies in adopting an implementation-driven, results-driven mindset that goes beyond pledges,” said Shaikha Mohammed Sharif, Energy Sector Specialist at Masdar and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025. “To move forward to achieve global climate goals, we must ensure that climate action responds to social and economic realities, supports inclusive transformations, and is grounded in international cooperation. In this way, we can move from commitment to impact.”

“Climate policies no longer evolve in isolation, but are shaped by a complex interplay of priorities, from energy security to economic resilience and industrial growth,” said Engy Gabr, Managing Director of Climateize and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025. “As governments reshape their strategies, businesses must remain agile and engaged to ensure not only compliance but also leadership in a landscape where sustainability and competitiveness are increasingly intertwined.”

Craig Preston, CEO of Ducis in association with Sandhurst Trust and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025, said: “The global transition to green energy requires radical political, economic, technological, and cultural change. We cannot achieve meaningful change without visionary leadership. We must explore examples of successful leadership in bringing about change, and, more importantly, understand the reasons for it. We can also learn important lessons from the mistakes of the past and prepare ourselves, as leaders, to ensure we successfully lead efforts to ensure a fundamentally different future.”

“Despite the obstacles, green hydrogen still has significant potential when the right conditions are in place,” said Aditya Saraswat, Research Director at Rystad Energy and a speaker at the World Green Economy Summit 2025. “Renewables and gas ensure stable energy supplies, but green hydrogen and ammonia will only advance when policy support aligns with domestic demand and competitive imports. This alignment in sectors such as steel, shipping, and aviation can turn early promises into tangible momentum. India’s recent green ammonia auction shows that progress is possible when policies, partnerships, and competencies align to support ambition.”

A unified vision for sustainable transformation

The World Green Economy Summit represents a vital space for discussing policies and legislation affecting the future of energy and climate action, and for unifying visions on how to build more balanced and inclusive legislative and financing systems. Through this global dialogue, the summit seeks to promote an integrated approach that enhances climate justice and advances a low-carbon economic system based on innovation, green investment, and effective global partnerships.

About the World Green Economy Summit

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) organize the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) annually. The summit is a leading international platform that aims to advance the transition towards a green and sustainable economy and enhance cooperation between officials and decision-makers to accelerate climate action and explore the horizons of forward-looking solutions that support sustainability. Since its launch in 2014, the summit has played a pivotal role in mobilizing the efforts of leaders, experts, and stakeholders from around the world to collaborate on developing strategies, policies, and innovative solutions that achieve a balance between economic growth and environmental protection. The 11th edition of the summit will be held on October 1 and 2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme "Impactful Innovation: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy."

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