Under the distinguished patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the much-awaited Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025 is set for 12-18 January. This global sustainability platform will gather thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators to drive actionable solutions for sustainable development and socio-economic progress.
Exploring the Nexus of Next
ADSW 2025’s theme, “The Nexus of Next. Supercharging Sustainable Progress,” underscores the importance of integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), renewable energy systems, and innovative human expertise. These technologies hold the potential to catalyse a US$10 trillion economic transformation, fostering widespread sustainable prosperity.
Commenting on the significance of the event, His Excellency Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, remarked: “ADSW 2025 will serve as a critical platform where leaders from diverse sectors collaborate to build a future that is both inclusive and sustainable. By combining innovation, policy, and practical solutions, we can accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy and a more prosperous world.”
Empowering Change Through Strategic Collaboration
The event’s confirmed partners include ADNOC, HSBC, Huawei, bp, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and many others, demonstrating a unified commitment to addressing global sustainability challenges. Their support ensures ADSW 2025 will deliver high-impact partnerships, innovative solutions, and actionable strategies for a sustainable future.
Key Highlights and Agenda
ADSW 2025 boasts a dynamic schedule designed to foster innovation and action. Key events include:
- IRENA Assembly and Global Climate Finance Annual Meeting (12-13 January)
- ADSW Opening Ceremony and Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony (14 January)
- World Future Energy Summit, featuring the Innovation Hub, showcasing breakthrough solutions (14-15 January)
- Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Forum, engaging 3,500 youth leaders (14-16 January)
- Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) Forum (15 January)
- Green Hydrogen Summit and Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum (16 January)
- The Festival at Masdar City (17-18 January)
Empowering Women and Youth for the Future
ADSW 2025 reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. The WiSER Forum amplifies women’s voices in sustainability, while the Y4S Forum brings together thousands of youth leaders, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to lead climate action efforts globally.
The Zayed Sustainability Prize: A Catalyst for Change
The Zayed Sustainability Prize will take centre stage, honouring individuals and organisations spearheading transformative innovations across categories such as Health, Food, Energy, and Climate Action. Over 16 years, it has improved the lives of more than 384 million people worldwide, highlighting the UAE’s commitment to sustainable development.
15 Years of Impact
Since its inception, ADSW has created a platform for fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration, enabling high-value agreements, and advancing the global sustainability agenda. As a hub for connecting policymakers, innovators, and businesses, ADSW has catalysed bold solutions to address today’s most pressing global challenges.
Catalysing Global Sustainability
As the world faces an urgent need for systemic change, ADSW 2025 is poised to drive transformative action. By connecting energy, technology, and finance, the event aims to usher in a new era of sustainable growth, cementing the UAE’s leadership in global sustainability efforts.