Overview

Since 2008, Abu Dhabi has welcomed the international sustainability community to an event which has evolved to become one of the world’s leading sustainability gatherings. Today, ADSW includes the Irena General Assembly, the Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum, The Future Summit, the WFES Exhibition and Forums, and the Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony, bringing together key players to share knowledge, influence policy and deliver innovative solutions to drive human progress. Recognizing the important role that young people and women will play in driving the sustainability agenda forward, ADSW also extends engagement opportunities to youth, women and the wider community through dedicated platforms such as the Youth 4 Sustainability Hub, the annual WiSER Forum, and The Festival at Masdar City. In January 2019, we welcomed more than 38,000 people representing 175 countries to Abu Dhabi, ranging from Heads of State and leaders of industry to students and local communities. Under the theme of ‘Industry Convergence: Accelerating Sustainable Development’, we addressed how industries are responding to the digital transformation underway in the global economy, which in turn is giving rise to new opportunities to address global sustainability challenges. As we work towards ADSW 2020, we look to maintain the global momentum to further advance the adoption of sustainable development, renewable energy and clean technologies.