United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Forbes Middle East is preparing to launch the “Sustainability Leaders Summit 2023”, which brings together international leaders in the fields of sustainability, technology, finance and policy from 1 to 3 November 2023 at the Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, under the slogan: “Accelerating Economic Growth for a Greener World,” headed by His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade in the UAE Government.

Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders Summit 2023 plays a vital role in global efforts to preserve the environment and promote sustainable development. The summit is one of the most important initiatives to review the potential of the energy transition in the region and the extent of its progress.

It also provides international leaders in the fields of sustainability, technology, finance and policy with a valuable platform to engage in discussions and innovations, and to advance global strategies for sustainable living.

The summit will be held in the lead-up to the twenty-eighth session of the Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP28), to lay the foundations for dialogue and decision-making processes at the international and regional levels, allowing world leaders to prepare for the conference with a clear picture, bold goals, and implementable strategies to confront climate change.

The summit outlined a comprehensive program full of events, including keynote speeches and panel discussions, interactive workshops, and opportunities for networking and building relationships. The summit agenda covers a wide range of topics, most notably:

• The importance of public-private partnerships in sustainable economic growth.

• Ways to stimulate climate action and economic resilience.

• Exploring the role of sustainable finance and investment in driving green business practices.

• Discussing political and regulatory frameworks for a sustainable economy.

• Consider the support that technology can provide for capacity building and knowledge sharing.

The agenda will cover a wide range of topics, including global ethical trade initiatives, decarbonization and emission reduction strategies in industries, sustainable finance, disruptive entrepreneurship, sustainable tourism, smart sustainable cities, transportation systems, sustainable consumption, and resource conservation.

For her part, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, Kholoud Al-Omyan, said: “We are very excited to host some of the region’s most influential leaders in the field of sustainability, to discuss today’s most pressing issues, and come up with solutions that will have a tangible impact in our transition to a greener economy. “We all have a responsibility to protect our planet for future generations.”

Innovation is the main driver for developing and strengthening the local and regional green economy. The ongoing development in sustainable technology and related practices, from renewable energy solutions to waste management systems, has the potential to radically reshape the region's economic landscape. Not only can it replace traditional industries with harmful environmental impacts, or reduce dependence on them, but it can also provide new ways to create new job opportunities and promote economic growth.

By promoting the spirit of entrepreneurship and attracting global investments, the UAE and neighboring countries aim to become leading centers for green innovation. These transformations are necessary to achieve sustainable growth in the region, and establish a role model that can be emulated in similar regions around the world. These efforts also strengthen the global green economy and contribute to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and other international environmental commitments.

The Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders Summit promises to be an impactful event that enables global leaders, sector experts and other activists to address the most pressing environmental challenges of the current era, with the summit’s ambitious goal of building a legacy of sustainable development for future generations, by accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable world. Green, sustainable and prosperous.

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