The 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2025 was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. It brought together over 3,300 participants from 30+ countries, including policymakers, business leaders, investors, and innovators, under the theme: “Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy.”
The Summit reaffirmed Dubai’s leadership as a global hub for sustainable development, innovation, and climate action.
Key Highlights
- The summit was co-located with WETEX 2025 (Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition).
- The focus was on collaborative green innovation, climate finance, policy reforms, and technological transformation to achieve net-zero emissions.
- Discussions emphasized:
- Integration of AI, renewable technologies, and circular economy principles.
- Policy frameworks for equitable climate transition.
- Role of SMEs in developing sustainable technologies.
- Youth engagement and community participation in climate action.
Key Outcomes
- The summit facilitated partnerships and policy dialogues on:
- Renewable energy innovation and energy transition.
- Circular economy models for waste reduction and recycling.
- Climate equity, ensuring developing nations are not left behind.
- Nearly 80 international speakers shared insights from government, academia, and private sectors.
- Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE) unveiled its 2024–2025 portfolio, highlighting flagship projects to support member nations in adopting green growth strategies.
Regional Initiatives
- Launch of the First Arab Regional Climate Commitment, uniting foundations, civil society, and the private sector to tackle regional climate issues through collaboration and equity.
- The initiative emphasized local sustainability, grassroots innovation, and inclusive climate philanthropy.
About World Green Economy Summit (WGES)
| Particulars | Details |
| Launched in | 2014 |
| Organized by | Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) & World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) |
| Objective | To promote global collaboration for a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and inclusive green economy |
| Alignment with UN SDGs | SDG 7 (Clean Energy), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption), SDG 13 (Climate Action) |
| Location | Dubai, UAE |
| Frequency | Annual |
Global and Indian Context
Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE):
- Supports countries in building climate-resilient economies through access to finance, technology, and capacity-building.
- Encourages knowledge-sharing and cooperation across continents to meet the Paris Climate Goals.
India’s Alignment with WGES Vision:
- National Hydrogen Mission: Promotes green hydrogen for energy independence.
- LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) Movement: Advocates sustainable consumption and behavioral change.
- Green Credit Programme: Incentivizes sustainable activities like afforestation and waste reduction.
- National Solar Mission: Expands renewable energy capacity toward a net-zero target by 2070.
Key Facts
| Topic | Fact |
| Organizer of WGES | Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) & World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) |
| WGEO Headquarters | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| DEWA Founded | 1992 |
| Current DEWA CEO | Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer |
| UAE Net-Zero Target Year | 2050 |
| India Net-Zero Target Year | 2070 |
| Paris Agreement Signed | 2015 |
| UN Decade of Ecosystem Restoration | 2021–2030 |
| COP28 Host (2023) | Dubai, UAE |
| Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE) | Launched by WGEO and UN agencies to help countries achieve green growth |