Agenda

Agenda

This agenda is subject to change.

11 December

2025
09:30 - 09:35 Keynote ADQ Arena

Welcome to the 8th Edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum

Join the CEO of the ADGM Authorities extend a warm welcome to the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum. The 8th edition has cemented the forum as a pivotal gathering in the world of climate finance. As ADGM pursues its vision of becoming the leader in Green Finance, we take a moment to reflect on some of the initiatives and actions already underway to turn this vision into reality.

09:50 - 10:10 Super Fireside ADQ Arena

Abu Dhabi: The Capital of Green Capital

A dynamic look at Abu Dhabi’s rise as a global hub for climate finance and investment resilience. This session explores how forward-thinking policies, strategic investments, future-proofing and flagship projects are creating high-impact ecosystems shaping the future.

10:15 - 10:40 Roundtable ADQ Arena

The Global Climate Finance Architect's Board, with GCFC

A high-level boardroom session convened by the Global Climate Finance Centre, designed as a public “board meeting” with CEOs, policymakers, and global advisors. This debate will explore practical pathways to position the UAE as a global climate finance hub and unlock capital for transition projects.

10:40 - 11:05 Super Fireside ADQ Arena

Achieving a Double Bottom Line

Few areas of finance capture the balance between purpose and performance as strongly as impact investing. From advancing global health to unlocking breakthroughs in deeptech, impact capital is reshaping how industries deliver measurable social good and generate tangible benefits for communities alongside sustainable financial returns. This fireside discussion will explore investment trends, innovation frontiers, and how purposeful capital can build more inclusive, resilient, and future-ready societies.

11:05 - 11:15 Presentation ADQ Arena

Champions of the Falcon Economy

This special segment will showcase the investment thesis and growth strategies of several listed industrial champions as they shape Abu Dhabi’s economic future.

11:15 - 11:35 Fireside ADQ Arena

Sustainable Byte: Low Impact AI Infrastructure

As we enter the AI era and digital demand surges, so do its energy and resource needs. This panel explores how data centres, computing power, and AI ecosystems can be designed for minimal environmental impact, balancing sustainability and innovation in the digital age.

11:35 - 12:00 Panel ADQ Arena

Pledges to Projects: Scaling Energy Transition

This session unpacks how global climate pledges are driving capital toward electrification and renewable infrastructure globally. Join pioneering firms transform climate ambition scaling low-carbon fuel supply chains, advanced battery materials delivering high energy density, and clean energy operations that integrate sustainability across the value chain.

12:00 - 12:10 Keynote ADQ Arena

Reviving the Mammoth: The Investment Case of De‑Extinction

Join Ben Lamm, CEO of Colossal Biosciences, for a visionary conversation on de‑extinction as a sustainability strategy. Learn how woolly mammoth proxies might restore Arctic grasslands, reverse permafrost melt, and contribute to nature-based solutions for global carbon capture.

12:10 - 12:30 Panel ADQ Arena

Decoding the Banker's Sustainability Mandate

It's been a challenging year for banks navigating sustainability efforts. While some have scaled back their ambitions, many global and regional banks continue integrating ESG criteria, adopting green financing frameworks, and setting ambitious net-zero targets. This session explores how banks are adapting to these pressures while advancing the global transition to a sustainable economy.

12:30 - 14:00 Forum ADQ Arena

2nd EU-GCC Finance & Investment for Green Transition Forum

09:30 - 16:30 Summit Private

GtFT - Google Finance & Technology Summit

15:00 - 17:00 Forum Capital Boardroom

2nd EU-GCC Finance & Investment for Green Transition Forum; Technical Session

10:30 - 11:30 Ceremony ADCB Stage

ADGM Partners Recognition Ceremony

13:00 - 15:00 Roundtable Capital Boardroom

Abu Dhabi High-Level Roundtable on Climate Investment

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