Region‘s largest event for sustainability tech innovation, ESG strategies and services
GITEX IMPACT WILL BE AT THE CENTER STAGE OF GITEX GLOBAL
GITEX Impact is proud to co-locate with industry defining events that together make up the world’s largest tech ecosystem; GITEX GLOBAL, Future Urbanism Expo, Ai Everything, Global DevSlam, XVERSE, and Future Electric Expo. One attendee ticket for all shows to let you discover the world’s most influential ecosystems advancing technology, showcasing innovation, pioneering change to enable digital transformation in Sustainability Tech, ESG Strategies, Ai, robotics, HealthTech, DeepTech, EdTech, FinTech, Metaverse, Web 3.0, coding, future mobility and many more.
2023 'YEAR OF SUSTAINABILITY'
“Effective climate action requires a shared vision and collective will. As host of COP28, we are committed to fulfilling our role as a global convener and will continue to support action and innovation in the field of sustainability.”
H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayhan
UAE President
The power of 6 impact communities
GITEX Impact connects tech titans, governments, start-ups, investors and large corporates to accelerate, collaborate and achieve Net Zero targets.
Exhibition Sectors and Conferences
Attend the first of its Kind Sustainability Tech Exhibition, Explore unique content for NGOs.
Meet leading experts, entrepreneurs and innovators who share their insights and ideas for Climate Action.
Showcase of the world’s most innovative companies in sustainability
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Knowledge Partner
THE WORLD'S MOST INNOVATIVE COMPANIES ENTERING REGION'S SUSTAINABLE MARKET
THE GLOBAL PLATFORM EMPOWERING STARTUPS IN CLIMATE ACTION
INSPIRING COMMUNITY PARTNERS UNITING FOR A GREENER, SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
GLOBAL CHAMPIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY
Ciyong Zou
Deputy to the Director General and Managing Director, UNIDO [China]
Tan Hoe Soon
Deputy Chief Executive, Corporate & Strategy, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Katja Busch
Chief Commercial Officer and Head of CSI, DHL [Germany]
KANIZ MAHDI
Group Chief Architech and SVP Deutsche Telekom [USA ]
RICHARD BENJAMINS
Chief AI & Data Strategist Telefonica [Spain]
Rika Nakazawa
Global Vice President, New Ventures & Innovation and Head of Sustainability, Americas, NTT [USA]
DANIEL HANNA
Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainable Banking Barclays [UK]
GREGG MEYER
Chief Sustainability Officer Steve Madden [USA]
Glenda So
Managing Director and Group Head of Emerging Business & FIC, HKEX [Hong Kong]
Aurelia Figueroa
Global Head of Sustainability, Breitling [Switzerland]
CONFERENCE THEMES AT GITEX IMPACT
Leaders of Impact Summit
A global assembly of sustainability leaders converging to share insights and technologies driving sustainable growth across global economies.
Global Sustainable Investment Forum
A convention of global finance and investment experts exploring eco-friendly financial models to advance economic, social and environmental sustainability.
Sustainability Roundtables
Thematic collaborative sessions yielding innovative solutions towards solving the sustainability challenges across various industry verticals.
Impact IN ACTION TALKS
Thought provoking presentations by startups, research institutions, NGOs sharing pioneering technologies and strategies to expedite sustainable progress.
Chief Procurement Officers Forum
A gathering of procurement experts promoting sustainable purchasing decisions across industries.
NetZero Venture Capital
A conclave of investment gurus, climate entrepreneurs and industry experts driving funding models towards net-zero and sustainability.
Sustainable Future Cities Forum
A global forum for the world’s most influential leaders of cities, urbanists, developers, investors and technology pioneers to create livable cities of tomorrow.
The Impact Boardroom
Exclusive invitation-only briefings for global business leaders and policymakers to explore and resolve sustainability challenges.
Planet Labs
Hands-on workshops conducted by industry experts, helping attendees with the practical and technological tools to combat corporate sustainability challenges.
Young Urban Leaders Forum
A unique gathering of young urban developers and city planning champions who are fostering the development of sustainable cities.
Inspiring words from the Community
How Climate Finance Can Drive a Sustainable Future
Designing for Responsible Behaviour
Growth drivers of the climate tech sector
Investing in a low-carbon future – is it time to rethink our priorities?
Role of Technology In The Shift To A Low-Carbon Future
The Journey Towards a Low-Carbon Future
Events and Sustainability: The Intersection between Green and Technology
Integrated Bottom Line: A Tool to Quantify Sustainable Business Performance
The Pathway to Climate Solutions: Is Venture Capital Getting it Wrong?
SPOTLIGHT ON
Electricity Market Report 2023
Five breakthrough outcomes of the UN 2023 Water Conference that you should know 40% of the people in the world today face water scarcity and more than 90% of climate […]
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Three technologies to reduce climate change: Why cement production between now and 2030 matters to all humanity, and what we can do about it
At least 8% of global emissions caused by humans come from the cement industry alone. Currently, the reduction of emissions from cement relies on new Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage […]
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Maritime Decarbonization Strategy 2022
With the current decarbonisation efforts, there will be an increase of almost 10% in the emissions from the maritime industry in 2050 compared to 2022. Reducing emissions by 45% in 2030 compared with […]
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EWEC Meets Over 80 Per Cent of Total Power Demand Using Renewable and Clean Energy Sources
In the Year of Sustainability, Emirates Water and Electricity Company achieves a new clean energy delivery record! Read more at https://www.ewec.ae/en/media/press-release/ewec-meets-over-80-cent-total-power-demand-using-renewable-and-clean-energy
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DIFC-chaired DSFWG defines UAE industry approaches to delivering ESG innovation, net zero and sustainability-linked lending
Leading up to COP28, the Dubai Sustainable Finance Working Group releases three reports that will help local businesses build climate resilience and move to Net Zero. Find out more here: https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/companies-news/difc-chaired-dsfwg-defines-uae-industry-approaches-to-delivering-esg-innovation-net-zero-and-sustainability-linked-lending-x6r9gemn
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Middle East’s first 100% plant-based meat factory now in Dubai
The Middle East’s first 100% plant based meat factory now in Dubai! H.E. Mariam Almheiri said it supports the UAE’s food security strategy and mandate to mitigate climate change. Check out […]
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Dr Sultan Al Jaber calls for climate change fight to move from goals to ‘getting it done’
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber urges countries to scale up all available zero carbon energy sources. Calls for climate change fight to getting it done. Read more at: https://www.thenationalnews.com/climate/cop28/2023/03/20/dr-sultan-al-jaber-calls-for-climate-change-fight-to-move-from-goals-to-getting-it-done/
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The Middle East Is Looking To Dominate The Green Hydrogen Market
Dubai launches the region’s ‘first industrial scale’ green hydrogen plant. Will the Middle East dominate the green hydrogen market? Read more at: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/middle-east-looking-dominate-green-190000837.html?
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UAE Issues Licence for Electric Cargo Aircraft Amid Shift to Eco-Friendly Transport
The UAE Regulations Lab has issued a licence for electric cargo aircraft as the country seeks to accelerate the shift towards eco-friendly transport and enhance the sustainability of the air cargo industry. Find our more […]
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A Call for Climate Tech Scale Up
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released the Climate Change 2023 AR6 Synthesis Report this week. The report makes is clear that warming will most likely exceed 1.5°C during […]
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Opportunities and Challenges in the Parking Industry
Know how Naviparking is leveraging the opportunities and addressing challenges in the parking industry. A podcast with Marek Stawiński, Founder & CEO of Naviparking.
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UAE’s Net Zero Pursuance & Achieving Energy Efficiency
A podcast with Faisal Ali Al Rashid, Senior Director, Demand Side Management, Supreme Council of Energy, discussing UAE’s Net Zero pursuance and closing with the role of technology in achieving energy […]
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Net-Zero – A Practical Guide
An interesting podcast session with Nadia Boumeziout – Head of Sustainability and Information Governance at Zurich Insurance discussing and sharing a practical guide to achieving Net Zero goals.
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