Sustainability conferences in the United States in 2026

Here’s SustainabilityOnline’s guide to the top sustainability conferences and events taking place in the United States over the coming year. This guide will be updated as and when new events are announced – check back regularly for updates. Other events can be found here.

Event: Texworld
Date(s): January 13–15, 2026
Location: New York City, New York
Website: https://texworld-usa.us.messefrankfurt.com/new-york/en.html

Texworld NYC 2026 is a premier biannual textile and fabric sourcing event connecting global manufacturers, sustainable fabric suppliers, and apparel buyers. The trade show will showcase hundreds of international exhibitors, highlighting ethical sourcing, upcycled and sustainable materials, and innovative textile solutions.

Event: POWERGEN 2026
Date(s): January 20–22, 2026
Location: San Antonio, TX
Website: https://www.powergen.com/

POWERGEN is a conference aimed at energy generation professionals, bringing together power producers, utilities, OEMs, EPCs, and major energy users. The 2026 event will features a diverse technical programme covering nuclear advancements, microgrid innovation, hydropower trends, and plant performance optimisation.

Event: Cleantech Forum North America
Date(s): January 26–28, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Website: https://cleantech.com/event/cleantech-forum-na/agenda/

Cleantech Forum North America will bring together climate-tech innovators, investors, and corporate sustainability teams to explore emerging clean technologies, adaptation solutions, and market trends. The forum will seek to provide actionable insights for scaling technologies, building partnerships, and advancing sustainable solutions, as well as highlighting the Global Cleantech 100 companies.

Event: Sustainable Foods Summit North America 2026
Date(s): January 28–29, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: https://www.sustainablefoodssummit.com/northamerica/

The Sustainable Foods Summit North America, now in its 16th edition, brings together leaders and innovators in the food industry to explore sustainability, eco-labelling, and responsible supply chain practices. Since 2009, the summit has covered global developments in sustainable food production, consumption, and policy. Through executive panels, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees at this year’s event will gain insights into emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping a more sustainable food ecosystem across North America.

Event: Stormwater USA
Date(s): February 2–3, 2026
Location: Orange County, CA
Website: https://www.usa.stormwater-summit.com/

Stormwater USA 2026 will convene stormwater professionals, environmental engineers, and municipal planners to explore innovative solutions in stormwater management. The two-day event will highlight green infrastructure, low-impact development, AI-enabled smart stormwater systems, advanced treatment technologies, regulatory compliance, and climate-resilient infrastructure.

Event: EBA 2026 Annual Conference
Date(s): February 9–12, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Website: https://www.envirobank.org/

Taking place in San Diego, the Environmental Bankers Association (EBA) Annual Conference 2026 will gather professionals in environmental finance, banking, and sustainability. The four-day event will include technical sessions, networking receptions, volunteer activities, and an exhibitor showcase. Attendees can gain insights into financing environmental projects, regulatory compliance, and industry trends.

Event: GreenBiz 26
Date(s): February 17–19, 2026
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Website: https://trellis.net/events/greenbiz/

GreenBiz 26 is aimed at corporate sustainability leaders, innovators, policymakers, and ESG strategists. The conference will focus on advancing circular systems, climate strategy, data disclosure, decarbonisation, sustainable finance, and nature regeneration.

Event: NAREIM 2026 Sustainability Meeting
Date(s): March 3–4, 2026
Location: Austin, TX
Website: https://members.nareim.org/meetings/Details/sustainability-1429696

Organised by the National Association of Real Estate Investment Managers (NAREIM), the NAREIM 2026 Sustainability Meeting will bring together real estate investment managers and industry partners to discuss sustainability practices, climate risk, decarbonisation, AI and technology challenges, and investor expectations.

Event: Wall Street Green Summit
Date(s): March 11–12, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.thewallstreetgreensummit.com/

Taking place in March, Wall Street Green Summit 2026 is aimed at finance, investment, and sustainability professionals focused on climate-tech investing, carbon markets, and clean energy solutions. The summit will focus on the energy transition, climate risk management, carbon trading, sustainable supply chains, and nature-based solutions, bringing together investors, innovators, and industry leaders driving decarbonisation strategies.

Event: REMADE Circular Economy Tech Summit & Conference 2026
Date(s): March 11–12, 2026
Location: Washington, DC
Website: https://www.manufacturingusa.com/events/2026-remade-circular-economy-tech-summit-conference

Hosted at the National Academy of Sciences, the 2026 REMADE Circular Economy Tech Summit & Conference focuses on sustainable manufacturing and circular economy solutions. The two-day conference will bring together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to discuss energy efficiency, material reuse, supply chain resilience, and manufacturing competitiveness.

Event: TSC Summit 2026
Date(s): March 17–19, 2026
Location: Tempe, AZ
Website: https://sustainabilityconsortium.org/tsc-summit/

Organised by the Sustainability Consortium, the TSC Summit will gather sustainability and finance leaders to build bridges between environmental and financial priorities. Attendees will explore ways to integrate sustainability into capital allocation, risk management, investor relations, and value-creation strategies across the retail, consumer goods, food, and agriculture sectors.

Event: Responsible Investment Forum: New York
Date(s): March 18–19, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.peievents.com/en/event/responsible-investment-forum-new-york/

Responsible Investment Forum: New York 2026 is aimed at private markets leaders, including institutional investors, fund managers, and sustainability professionals, and will feature deep-dive sessions on strategy, value creation, climate, nature, innovation, and risk management. Attendees can explore how sustainability drives portfolio performance, manage regulatory and climate risks, benchmark strategies across asset classes, and engage in networking opportunities with over 400 peers and global investors.

Event: Energy Storage
Date(s): March 24–25, 2026
Location: Dallas, TX
Website: https://storageusa.solarenergyevents.com/

Energy Storage is a two-day event focused on advancing energy storage technologies, strategies, and business solutions. The conference will gather investors, developers, utilities, policymakers, and technology providers, focusing on asset optimisation, supply risk, and resource planning.

Event: SF Climate Week 2026
Date(s): April 18–26, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: https://sfclimateweek.org/

SF Climate Week 2026 is a large-scale climate gathering bringing together policymakers, business leaders, investors, researchers, activists, and community organisations across hundreds of independently hosted events. Taking place throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, the week serves as a major platform for showcasing climate solutions, policy discussions, and emerging technologies aimed at accelerating climate action. Programming spans topics such as clean energy transition, climate finance, carbon removal, resilience, sustainable food systems, circular economy, and climate technology innovation.

Event: DC Climate Week 2026
Date(s): April 20–26, 2026
Location: Washington, DC
Website: https://www.dcclimateweek.com/

Taking place in April, DC Climate Week (DCCW) is a city-wide, community-organised series of events, exhibitions, tours, screenings, and gatherings that explore climate challenges and solutions. It will brings together policymakers, sustainability experts, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and civic-minded residents to foster collaboration, innovation, and climate action. Activities will include educational programs, networking opportunities, and interactive experiences designed to empower participants, build community, and drive measurable impact on sustainability and climate resilience.

Event: EarthX 2026 Congress of Conferences
Date(s): April 20–22, 2026
Location: Dallas, TX
Website: https://earthx.org/

The EarthX 2026 Congress of Conferences is a three-day environmental gathering bringing together global leaders across sustainability, finance, policy, science, and industry. Hosted in Dallas, the event features a wide range of parallel summits and forums covering topics such as climate finance, circular economy, energy transition, agriculture, ocean investment, and corporate sustainability. Attendees will hear from high-profile speakers including marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle, former President of Mexico Felipe Calderón, explorer Richard Wiese, and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr., alongside business leaders, policymakers, and innovators.

Event: Sustainability LIVE: The US Summit + Awards
Date(s): April 21–22, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: https://sustainabilitymag.com/events/sustainability-live/sustainability-live-chicago-2026

Sustainability LIVE: The US Summit + Awards 2026 will bring together leaders helping to drive sustainability across their organisations. Co-located with Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE, the two-day conference and expo will deliver insights, connections, and practical takeaways for advancing climate action, circularity, responsible growth, and culture change. The agenda includes 50+ expert speakers, 10 focused content themes, and four executive workshops. The first day concludes with The US Awards, which will celebrate outstanding achievements in sustainability, procurement, and supply chain.

Event: Sustainable Finance Americas Forum
Date(s): April 22, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.spglobal.com/ratings/en/events/in-person/2026-sustainable-finance-americas-forum

Organised by S&P Global Ratings, the Sustainable Finance Americas Forum will bring together senior leaders and industry experts to discuss innovations and challenges in sustainable finance across the Americas. The one-day, in-person event will explore the latest trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities in the sustainable finance sector.

Event: Corporate Citizenship Summit 2026
Date(s): April 23–24, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.conference-board.org/events/corporate-citizenship

The Corporate Citizenship Summit 2026, organised by The Conference Board, will bring together senior executives and thought leaders to explore sustainability, social impact, and responsible governance. On the agenda are topics such as AI, regulation, decarbonisation, workforce stability, and corporate transparency, as well as a focus on integrated approaches to corporate citizenship.

Event: Environmental Markets Conference 2026 (EMC 2026)
Date(s): April 27–30, 2026
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Website: https://environmentalmarketsconference.com/agenda-2026/

EMC 2026 will welcome experts, policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to explore environmental markets, conservation finance, and ecological investment opportunities. The four-day event will include workshops, field visits, keynote presentations, breakout sessions and more – all designed to advance solutions in environmental governance, sustainable infrastructure, and habitat investment.

Event: ClimaTech 2026
Date(s): May 4–5, 2026
Location: Boston, MA
Website: https://climatech.live/

Taking place at the Boston Center for the Arts, ClimaTech 2026 will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and climate technology experts, focusing on on breakthrough technologies, sustainable solutions, and partnerships that drive measurable climate impact.

Event: Responsible Business USA 2026
Date(s): May 5–6, 2026
Location: Boston, MA
Website: https://www.reutersevents.com/sustainable-business/responsible-business-usa

Organised by Reuters Events, Responsible Business USA 2026, will bring together senior sustainability executives to strengthen the concept of sustainability as a strategic driver. The two-day event will focus on strategy, reporting, compliance, supply chain, and data/AI, offering practical insights and peer benchmarking to support sustainable business growth and resilience.

Event: Net Zero USA 2026
Date(s): May 6–7, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Website: https://events.reutersevents.com/sustainable-business/net-zero-usa

Net Zero USA 2026, organised by Reuters Events, will convene senior sustainability leaders to address climate risks, decarbonisation, and supply chain resilience. A series of panel discussions, workshops and roundtables will focus on actionable strategies for achieving net-zero operations, managing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, leveraging data and AI, and integrating sustainability with business performance.

Event: Markets vs. Mandates: Promoting Environmental Quality and Economic Prosperity
Date(s): May 12, 2026
Location: Stanford, CT
Website: https://www.hoover.org/events/markets-vs-mandates-promoting-environmental-quality-and-economic-prosperity-2026

Organised by the Hoover Institution, Markets vs. Mandates 2026 is a one-day conference examining how markets and regulations address tradeoffs between environmental concerns, economic growth, and individual freedom. The event will include sessions on technology, trade, and entrepreneurship, with discussions on tariffs, federal versus state regulations, and the role of AI in energy demand and environmental monitoring.

Event: Biogas Americas 2026
Date(s): May 18–21, 2026
Location: Detroit, MI
Website: https://www.biogasamericas.com/

Biogas Americas 2026 is North America’s largest biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) industry conference, organized by the American Biogas Council. This year’s event will bring together project developers, technology providers, operators, investors, policymakers, and service providers working across the biogas value chain. The event will cover market growth, policy frameworks, technology innovation, infrastructure development, and financing models that support the expansion of renewable gas systems, as well as serving as a central meeting point for advancing the global biogas and RNG sector.

Event: Sustainability Week US
Date(s): June 2026 (exact dates TBC)
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://events.economist.com/sustainability-week-usa/

Sustainability Week US (pictured), organised by Economist Impact, will bring together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore energy innovation, the energy transition, and strategies for environmental progress. The event will features case studies, interactive sessions, and discussions designed to help companies boost resilience, cut emissions, and capitalise on opportunities in a rapidly changing market. Around 500 sustainability professionals across multiple industries are expected to be in attendance.

Event: Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference USA 2026
Date(s): June 3–4, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.innovation-forum.co.uk/sustainable-apparel-and-textiles-conference-usa/

The Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference USA 2026 is a two-day industry event bringing together apparel brands, retailers, manufacturers, suppliers, policymakers, and sustainability experts to address the transformation of the global fashion value chain. Key topics set to be addressed this year include supply chain decarbonisation, circular business models, regulatory readiness (including EPR), overproduction challenges, and scaling reuse, repair, and recycling systems.

Event: ICETSYP-26 – International Conference on Economic Transformation and Sustainability Pathways
Date(s): June 4–5, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://efstm.com/event/index.php?id=100368717&source=aca

ICETSYP-26 will bring together researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to advance economic transformation and sustainability pathways. Participants will be able to explore sustainable development solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and collaborate on policies and strategies for global impact.

Event: SUNY Sustainability Conference 2026
Date(s): June 9–11, 2026
Location: Farmingdale, NY
Website: https://www.farmingdale.edu/events/2026/2026-06-09-suny-sustainability-conference.print.shtml

The SUNY Sustainability Conference 2026, hosted by Farmingdale State College, will bring together sustainability professionals, students, and educators from across New York State higher education institutions. The event will features educational sessions, success story sharing, and discussions on emerging sustainability issues. It will also play host to a series of workshops aimed at advancing sustainability initiatives in academia and beyond.

Event: Economist Enterprise Global Agenda – Powering the Future
Date(s): June 11, 2026
Location: New York
Website: https://events.economistenterprise.com/the-global-agenda

Global Agenda – Powering the Future is an exclusive, high-level forum hosted by Economist Enterprise, bringing together C-suite leaders to examine the intersection of energy, geopolitics, and AI. Designed as an intimate, discussion-led event, it will convene senior executives from energy, technology, finance, and policy sectors for closed-door roundtables and strategic dialogue. Key themes will include securing energy supply for AI-driven infrastructure, managing the rising energy demands of data centres, and ensuring access to critical minerals for the energy transition.

Event: Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest 2026
Date(s): June 15–17, 2026
Location: Rosemont, Illinois
Website: https://www.iesna.com/midwest/

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest 2026 is a leading regional trade show and conference focused on solar energy, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and grid modernisation across the U.S. Midwest. The conference programme will explore topics including energy storage deployment, grid reliability, AI-driven data center demand, clean energy financing, supply chain resilience, and post-ITC project strategies.

Event: 2026 State of the Science Summit – Reducing Methane from Animal Agriculture
Date(s): June 16–18, 2026
Location: Davis, CA
Website: https://clear.ucdavis.edu/news/save-date-2026-state-science-summit

Hosted by the UC Davis CLEAR Center, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Spark Climate Solutions, and the California Department of Food and Agriculture, this three-day summit will focuse on mitigating methane emissions from livestock. Researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and producers will explore innovations in feed additives, genetics, and practical strategies to help the dairy and beef sectors meet climate goals.

Event: USSEE Biennial Conference
Date(s): June 18–21, 2026
Location: Oberlin, OH
Website: https://www.isecoeco.org/2026-ussee-biennial-conference/

The 2026 USSEE Biennial Conference will bring together academics, practitioners, and community organisers to address complex social-ecological challenges. Hosted at Oberlin College in Ohio, the conference will focus on ecological economics, regenerative agriculture, climate change, sustainable energy, and social justice.

Event: Trellis Impact 2026
Date(s): June 23–25, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: https://trellis.net/events/trellis-impact/

Trellis Impact 2026 will bring together leaders helping to drive innovation in sustainable business, spanning carbon, energy, circular economy, climate tech, and more. Over three days at Moscone West in San Francisco, attendees will gain insights from 500+ speakers across 100+ sessions, explore practical solutions for decarbonisation, carbon removal, circular materials, and clean energy, and connect with 4,000+ peers, including corporate decision-makers, investors, and climate-tech innovators.

Event: Sustainability in Manufacturing Summit 2026
Date(s): June 2026 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: https://sustainability-in-manufacturing.com/

The Sustainability in Manufacturing Summit (formerly known as the ESG in Manufacturing Summit) is a dedicated event for sustainability leaders in the manufacturing sector. The summit will bring together industry experts to share best practices, case studies, and actionable strategies to future-proof policies, drive product circularity, enhance supply chain transparency, and build lasting impact.

Event: Aspen Institute Business & Society Summit
Date(s): July 7–9, 2026
Location: Aspen, CO
Website: https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/business-and-society-program/summit/

The Aspen Institute Business & Society Summit 2026 is an invitation-only gathering of 200+ senior leaders, including corporate executives, long-term investors, governance experts, NGO leaders, and academic luminaries. The Summit seeks to foster dialogue, playing host to a series of working sessions that will examine emerging sustainability and social impact issues. Participants can explore strategies for accelerating sustainable innovation, rethinking stakeholder engagement, and building trust in the business sector, with a focus on the long-term health of society.

Event: High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2026
Date(s): July 7–15, 2026 (Ministerial segment: July 13–15, 2026)
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://hlpf.un.org/2026

The High-Level Political Forum 2026 is the United Nations’ central global platform for reviewing progress on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Convened under the auspices of ECOSOC, it brings together governments, UN agencies, civil society, and other stakeholders to assess implementation progress and coordinate international action. The 2026 session will focus on in-depth reviews of SDGs including water and sanitation, energy, infrastructure, sustainable cities, and global partnerships, as well as the presentation of Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) by countries reporting on their national progress.

Event: AAFA Traceability & Sustainability Conference 2026
Date(s): July 8–9, 2026
Location: Denver, CO
Website: https://www.aafaglobal.org/

Hosted by the American Apparel & Footwear Association, the AAFA Traceability & Sustainability Conference 2026 is a two-day industry-focused event dedicated to advancing transparency, compliance, and sustainability across apparel, footwear, and fashion retail supply chains. Discussions at this year’s event will focus on supply chain mapping, traceability systems, regulatory compliance, and aligning business operations with sustainability goals.

Event: 20th International Conference on Energy Sustainability
Date(s): July 26–29, 2026
Location: Bellevue, WA
Website: https://event.asme.org/ES2026

Hosted by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), the ASME Energy Sustainability Conference 2026 will focus on advancing research, innovation, and engineering solutions for sustainable and renewable energy systems. It will cover topics such as renewable energy systems, energy storage, hydrogen and biofuels, carbon capture, advanced materials, grid integration, and sustainable manufacturing.

Event: ACLCA Conference 2026
Date(s): September 15–17, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Website: https://aclcaconference.org/travel/

The American Center for Life Cycle Assessment (ACLCA) Conference 2026 will bring together sustainability and LCA professionals for three days of plenary sessions, technical presentations, networking, and awards receptions, with the focus on life cycle assessment, sustainable products, and environmental strategies. Pre-conference workshops on September 14 will provide professional development opportunities.

Event: Climate Week NYC
Date(s): September 20–27, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://www.climateweeknyc.org/

Organised by the Climate Group, Climate Week NYC is arguably the biggest event on the environmental calendar in the US, bringing together heads of state, global business leaders, philanthropic organisations, and civil society to accelerate climate action at scale. The week-long event will feature a diverse program of sessions, panels, and activations addressing energy, industry, finance, food, transport, nature, and climate solutions. Participants can gain insights, share best practices, and collaborate on strategies to drive impactful climate initiatives globally.

Event: Bloomberg Green NYC
Date: September 25, 2025
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://events.bloomberglive.com/event/bloomberg-green-newyork-2025/summary

The Bloomberg Green event forms part of Climate Week NYC, and will convene leaders from business, finance, and government to discuss climate action in the context of economic uncertainty and geopolitical change. The programme leverages Bloomberg’s expertise and analytics to examine climate risk, sustainable investment strategies, and corporate transition planning beyond the 1.5°C warming pathway. It will also focus on how organisations can adapt to regulatory, market, and physical climate risks while identifying opportunities in the evolving climate economy.

Event: WEFTEC 2026 – 99th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference
Date(s): September 26–30, 2026 (Conference) | September 28–30, 2026 (Exhibition)
Location: New Orleans, LA
Website: https://www.weftec.org/

WEFTEC 2026 is the flagship annual conference of the Water Environment Federation, bringing together global water and wastewater professional, convening engineers, utility leaders, regulators, technology providers, and researchers to address challenges in water treatment, wastewater management, and resource recovery. This year’s event will feature technical sessions, exhibitions, competitions, and networking opportunities, with a strong emphasis on advancing sustainable and circular water systems.

Event: AASHE 2026 Conference & Expo – 20th Anniversary
Date(s): October 4–6, 2026
Location: Baltimore, MD
Website: https://www.aashe.org/conference/

The AASHE 2026 Conference & Expo is a major annual gathering focused on sustainability in higher education. Organised by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, the event brings together university staff, faculty, students, administrators, researchers, and industry partners to share knowledge and advance campus sustainability practices. The 2026 edition will mark the 20th anniversary of the conference, and will emphasise collaboration, impact, and community-building across the higher education sector.

Event: Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Conference 2026
Date(s): October 7–8, 2026
Location: Houston, TX
Website: https://www.woodmac.com/events/ccus-conference-2026/

Organised by Wood Mackenzie, the CCUS Conference 2026 will focus on carbon capture, utilisation, and storage technologies and their role in global decarbonisation strategies. The conference will bring together project developers, investors, operators, policymakers, and technology providers to examine the economic, regulatory, and technical challenges shaping the CCUS landscape. Discussions will focus on investment viability, infrastructure development, storage capacity, policy frameworks, and emerging technologies such as direct air capture and industrial carbon management solutions.

Event: Net Zero Conference 2026
Date(s): October 8, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Website: https://netzeroconference.com/

The Net Zero Conference 2026 is the 13th annual gathering of climate and sustainability leaders focused on reimagining the built environment and accelerating the transition to a net zero future. Held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the event will bring together professionals working across climate action, ESG, carbon management, resilience, equity, and sustainable design. The programme will explore interdisciplinary solutions spanning architecture, urbanism, materials, energy, transportation, water, and waste systems, with an emphasis on practical strategies for decarbonisation and climate-positive development.

Event: SAVe 2026 – Sustainability in AV Conference
Date(s): October 13–14, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Website: https://saveav.org/save-global-conference/

SAVe 2026 is an industry-focused sustainability conference dedicated to advancing environmental responsibility within the audiovisual (AV) sector. Founded in 2022, the 2026 edition of the conference, which will be held at UCLA Covel Commons, will bring together global stakeholders to develop actionable sustainability plans, improve lifecycle management of AV equipment, and promote circular economy practices such as reuse, recycling, and sustainable system design.

Event: ASES National Solar Conference
Date(s): October 19–21, 2026
Location: Austin, TX
Website: https://ases.org/conference/

The ASES National Solar Conference 2026, hosted by the American Solar Energy Society, will bring together solar and clean energy professionals to explore emerging technologies, market opportunities, and strategies for expanding the global reach of renewable energy. Attendees can participate in keynote sessions, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and actionable solutions in the solar energy sector.

Event: Greenbuild International Conference + Expo 2026
Date(s): October 20–23, 2026
Location: New York, NY
Website: https://informaconnect.com/greenbuild/

Greenbuild 2026 is a major gathering of green building professionals, focusing on sustainable design, construction, and operation of the built environment. Held at the Javits Center in New York City, this year’s event will bring together architects, developers, engineers, sustainability leaders, policymakers, and product innovators, and focus on topics such as LEED standards, passive house design, resilience, health and wellness, and sustainable materials. The event will be co-presented with the U.S. Green Building Council.

Event: SOSV Climate Tech Summit 2026
Date(s): November 3–7, 2026
Website: https://climatetechsummit.com/

The SOSV Climate Tech Summit 2026 will focus on climate technology innovation and venture investment, bringing together founders, venture capitalists, engineers, corporates, and policymakers working on decarbonisation solutions. The program features panels, live AMAs, breakout sessions, and a VC–founder matchmaking track designed to facilitate startup funding and partnerships. Key themes include energy transition, industrial decarbonisation, climate infrastructure, food systems, and emerging deep-tech solutions for emissions reduction.

Event: RE+ 26
Date(s): November 16-19, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Website: https://www.re-plus.com/

RE+ 26 is one of the largest clean energy events in North America, bringing together professionals across utility-scale and distributed generation sectors. This year’s conference will feature exhibitions, educational sessions, and networking opportunities focused on advancing renewable energy technologies and sustainable solutions.

Event: Responsible Business 2026 Annual Conference
Date(s): November 16–19, 2026
Location: San Jose, CA
Website: https://www.responsiblebusiness.org/

Organised by the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), the Responsible Business 2026 Annual Conference will bring together member and non-member companies alongside representatives from industry, government, intergovernmental organisations, and civil society. The event, which combines the RBA and Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) annual conferences into a single programme, will focus on labour standards, environmental responsibility, and mineral supply chains across global value chains.

Event: AGU Annual Meeting 2026 (AGU26)
Date(s): December 7–11, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: https://www.agu.org/annual-meeting

The AGU Annual Meeting 2026 is set to be a major gathering of Earth and space scientists, convening more than 25,000 researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals from over 100 countries. Hosted by the American Geophysical Union, the event will feature scientific sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and career development opportunities spanning climate science, geophysics, oceanography, atmospheric science, and space exploration.

Event: World Class ESG Leaders Conference 2026
Date(s): December 8–9, 2026
Location: Portland, OR
Website: https://www.worldclassbusinessleaders.com/events/WCESG25

The 12th International Annual World Class ESG Leaders Conference will convene senior corporate sustainability and ESG decision-makers to explore next-generation strategies, innovation, and environmental stewardship. With a limited audience of 150 attendees, and 100 companies represented, key themes at the conference will include sustainable materials, circular economy solutions, ESG reporting and governance, renewable energy, water stewardship, AI and environmental impact, and designing nature-positive infrastructure.

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