Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) since 2020 to mid-2024 (part – 2)
International Exhibitions
African Climate Week
Country: Various African countries (regional event)
Date: March 2021
Agenda: Promoting climate action, renewable energy deployment, and sustainable development in Africa.
Brief: Co-hosted by UN Climate Change, African Climate Week supports countries in enhancing their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
Global Bioeconomy Summit
Country: Germany
Venue: Berlin Congress Center
City: Berlin
Date: November 2022
Agenda: Exploring sustainable bio-based innovations, circular bioeconomy models, and bio-innovation for sustainable development.
Brief: Organized by the Bioeconomy Council of Germany, the summit brings together policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders to shape the future of bioeconomy.
Sustainable Innovation Forum
Country: Global (virtual and physical events)
Date: Annually since 2020
Agenda: Facilitating public-private collaboration, climate finance, and technology innovation to achieve climate targets.
Brief: Organized by Climate Action, the forum convenes during UN Climate Change Conferences to drive actionable outcomes towards a low-carbon economy.
Asia Clean Energy Forum
Country: Philippines
Venue: Asian Development Bank Headquarters
City: Manila
Date: June 2023
Agenda: Promoting clean energy investments, renewable energy adoption, and energy efficiency in Asia-Pacific countries.
Brief: Organized by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the forum supports sustainable energy transition and climate resilience in the region.
Global Agripreneurs Summit
Country: Kenya
Venue: Nairobi Convention Centre
City: Nairobi
Date: October 2021
Agenda: Fostering agricultural innovation, sustainable farming practices, and agribusiness entrepreneurship.
Brief: Organized by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), the summit promotes sustainable agriculture as a driver of economic growth and food security in Africa.
World Energy Congress
Country: Various (rotating host countries)
Date: Triennial event, next in 2023
Agenda: Addressing global energy challenges, promoting renewable energy, and advancing energy efficiency.
Brief: Organized by the World Energy Council, the congress convenes energy leaders and policymakers to shape the future of global energy systems.
Brief: Hosted by the Government of the Netherlands, the summit brings together stakeholders to prioritize adaptation strategies in response to climate change impacts.
Renewable Energy Investment Forum (REIF)
Country: United Arab Emirates
Venue: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
City: Dubai
Date: March 2022
Agenda: Promoting investment in renewable energy projects, green finance, and sustainable infrastructure.
Brief: Organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), REIF facilitates dialogue between investors, developers, and policymakers to accelerate the transition to clean energy.
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Conference
Country: Various (rotating host countries)
Date: Annually since 2020
Agenda: Advancing sustainable tourism practices, promoting cultural heritage preservation, and enhancing community benefits.
Brief: Hosted by GSTC, the conference gathers tourism stakeholders to discuss sustainable tourism standards, certifications, and best practices worldwide.
International Conference on Climate Action (ICCA)
Country: Germany
Venue: CityCube Berlin
City: Berlin
Date: March 2023
Agenda: Showcasing local climate action initiatives, fostering climate partnerships, and enhancing climate resilience.
Brief: Organized by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, ICCA facilitates dialogue between cities, regions, and stakeholders to accelerate climate action at the local level.
Global Land Forum
Country: Indonesia
Venue: Various locations in Bandung
City: Bandung
Date: October 2022
Agenda: Promoting land rights, sustainable land management, and inclusive development approaches.
Brief: Organized by the International Land Coalition (ILC), the forum brings together governments, civil society, and indigenous groups to address land governance issues and promote land tenure security.
World Congress on Conservation Agriculture
Country: Various (rotating host countries)
Date: Biennial event, next in 2024
Agenda: Advocating for conservation agriculture practices, soil health management, and sustainable farming systems.
Brief: Hosted by the Global Conservation Agriculture Network (GCAN), the congress showcases innovations and strategies to promote sustainable agriculture while preserving natural resources.
Global Green Growth Week (GGGW)
Country: Republic of Korea
Venue: Various locations in Seoul
City: Seoul
Date: October 2023
Agenda: Promoting green growth policies, green technologies, and sustainable development solutions.
Brief: Organized by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), GGGW convenes policymakers, researchers, and businesses to foster green economic growth and climate resilience.
International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (ICSDG)
Country: Malaysia
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
City: Kuala Lumpur
Date: July 2022
Agenda: Reviewing progress towards SDGs, identifying challenges, and sharing best practices for sustainable development.
Brief: Organized by the Government of Malaysia and partners, ICSDG facilitates dialogue on achieving the SDGs through integrated approaches across sectors.
World Congress on Water, Climate and Energy
Country: Brazil
Venue: Rio de Janeiro Convention Centre
City: Rio de Janeiro
Date: November 2021
Agenda: Integrating water management with climate and energy policies, promoting water security, and sustainable development.
Brief: Hosted by the World Water Council, the congress addresses the interconnected challenges of water, climate change, and energy to foster sustainable development globally.
