Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 will take place from January 11–15, bringing together world leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators to advance practical solutions for a more sustainable future. Hosted by Masdar, the event is set to be the most ambitious edition yet, building on nearly two decades of global impact.
Theme 2026: “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go”
ADSW 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment when the world must rethink how today’s systems evolve to meet tomorrow’s challenges. Under its theme, the week will focus on how energy, water, climate, food, finance, and nature are deeply interconnected, and how aligning these elements can unlock resilience and long-term growth.
Discussions will spotlight AI-enabled energy networks, climate finance innovations, and solutions strengthening food and water security, positioning ADSW as a catalyst for measurable global action.
What Makes ADSW 2026 Different
Building on the success of ADSW 2025, which attracted over 50,000 participants from 170+ countries, the 2026 edition introduces new platforms designed to turn dialogue into outcomes. These include ADSW Dialogues, high-level action-oriented discussions; The Blue Forum, developed with the Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation to spotlight water security and the blue economy; and new AI-powered engagement tools to track commitments and connect stakeholders throughout the week.
Breakthrough clean technologies, many showcased for the first time, will reinforce ADSW’s role as a global innovation hub.
His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, said, “Two decades after the UAE launched a new chapter in renewable energy with the founding of Masdar, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 builds on that legacy by convening leaders, innovators and decision-makers at the forefront of the Nexus of Next. As we mark this milestone year, ADSW will shape a new era of opportunity by aligning systems to drive impact and progress for all. At this pivotal moment, ADSW stands as the global platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action. The 2026 edition will bring together the people and ideas powering sustainable economic and social advancement, while empowering the next generation of changemakers through the Zayed Sustainability Prize.”
Flagship Events and Key Moments
Highlights of ADSW 2026 include the Opening Ceremony and Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards on January 13 at ADNEC, celebrating global changemakers for the 17th year. The ADSW Summit will host world leaders in dynamic discussions, while the World Future Energy Summit will feature over 700 global brands, the Greenhouse start-up zone, the Fuse AI cleantech pavilion, and the debut of the Greenpeace Cinema.
The week will also spotlight inclusive leadership through the WiSER Forum, celebrating women in sustainability, and the Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Forum and Hub, convening more than 3,500 young leaders shaping future solutions.
Driving Innovation and Investment
Other major platforms include the Green Hydrogen Summit, the Global South Utilities Forum, and Zayed Sustainability Prize Investor Connect, which continues to link innovators with capital across health, food, energy, water, climate action, and global high schools. Partner events such as the IRENA Assembly (January 11–12) and the Global Climate Finance Centre Annual Meeting (January 15) further strengthen ADSW’s global reach.
Partners Powering ADSW 2026
Key partners include the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, ADNOC, DEWA, TotalEnergies, Emirates Global Aluminium, Aldar, EMSTEEL, World Wide Technology, and the Department of Municipalities and Transport, among others, reflecting broad public-private collaboration.
By convening leaders across sectors and regions, ADSW 2026 aims to redefine how global systems connect, scale, and reinforce one another. With a strong focus on action, innovation, and inclusion, the week positions Abu Dhabi at the heart of global sustainability dialogue and delivery. Registration for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 is now open.
