The Dubai World Trade Center will be hosting the 10th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on October 2-3, 2024, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, vice-chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and chairman of the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) has announced.
Empowering global action
Under the theme ‘Empowering Global Action: Unlocking Opportunities and Advancing Progress’, the summit will build on the outcomes of the previous editions by enhancing collaboration among all stakeholders.
“The World Green Economy Summit has, since its inception in 2014, supported global efforts to achieve a balance between economic development and environmental sustainability,” stated Al Tayer.
The summit aims to support global action by providing a pioneering global platform that brings together prominent experts, stakeholders and decision-makers in energy, economy, climate change and green finance from all over the world. Moreover, it promotes the exchange of knowledge and experiences, strengthens partnerships, and discusses policies and proactive solutions that help accelerate the sustainable green economy.
The summit also highlights the UAE’s leading role in enhancing global cooperation to tackle climate change and support global climate efforts. “It also showcases Dubai’s efforts in fostering comprehensive and sustainable development and transitioning to a green economy,” added Al Tayer.
Key areas of discussion
The 10th World Green Economy Summit will focus on key thematic pillars, including decarbonization, clean energy advancements, including green hydrogen and energy storage, climate finance, circular economy, using technology to tackle climate change, youth in climate change, and food and water.
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