Sustainability Forum Middle East returns for its third edition at the Crowne Plaza Hotel tomorrow, convening leading regional and global stakeholders to accelerate climate action and drive sustainable development.
Under the patronage of Oil and Environment Minister and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs Dr Mohamed Bin Daina and with the support of the Supreme Council for Environment, the forum organised by FinMark Communications will explore critical pathways to achieving net-zero ambitions across the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region.
The event will feature a high-level dialogue with more than 50 expert speakers from around the world, including government officials, business leaders, and sustainability experts.
Keynotes, fireside chats and panel discussions will explore crucial themes such as aligning business models with climate action, scaling climate finance and investment, advancing policy and regulatory frameworks, and fostering innovation and technological advancements in the region.
The forum will open with a keynote address from Bapco Energies group chief executive Mark Thomas followed by discussions featuring senior government officials and business leaders from organisations including: ACWA Power, Alba, Aramco Ventures, Bank ABC, BNP Paribas, Boston Consulting Group, Central Bank of Bahrain, Google, Gulf International Bank, HSBC, International Finance Corporation, KPMG and National Bank of Bahrain.
The forum will also host a special event tomorrow evening focused on ‘Women’s Leadership in Climate and Sustainability’ in partnership with the Supreme Council for Women. This dedicated session will highlight the pivotal role of women in shaping the region’s climate and sustainability agenda, featuring discussions with leading female changemakers from across Mena.
The forum’s second day will focus on hands-on learning, with workshops led by leading global management consultancies and specialist regional ESG and sustainability advisory firms including KPMG, Anthesis Group, and Environment Arabia.
These sessions will provide participants with the tools and expertise needed to develop effective sustainability strategies, enhance climate-related financial disclosures, and advance decarbonisation initiatives.
“We are proud to convene the third edition of Sustainability Forum Middle East,” said FinMark Communications managing director Laila Danesh. “The forum serves as a critical platform for high-level dialogue and collaboration, empowering stakeholders to drive meaningful climate action and build a more sustainable future for the region.”
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