In 2017, the crucial role of the private sector in unlocking innovation, leadership and finance for climate action is ever more apparent. As a result, SIF 17 will place increased emphasis on corporate leadership in the sustainability agenda, on highlighting new innovations across a range of sectors, and on the need for forging strong public-private partnerships to really push forward on ensuring the Paris agreement targets are met.

Sustainable Innovation CEO Panel:
Transforming leadership thinking - A View from the Top: CEOs from major corporations will debate the crucial role of corporate leaders in the transformation from traditional to sustainable business.

 

Innovations Hub: A showcase of 10 of the most cutting-edge innovations for low carbon with the potential to make a revolutionary contribution to climate action, focusing on projects ready to scale up.

 

   

Champagne Roundtables: Informal roundtable discussions offer an outstanding opportunity for more direct interaction and collaboration on specific themes, including: Low carbon innovation in developing regions; Industrial energy efficiency; Financing climate adaptation; Decarbonising transport; and many more.

 

    

Themed Networking Zones: Allowing our attendees to easily meet other participants with similar interests, challenges and solutions, across sectors such as Energy, Transport, Cities, Landscapes & Water, Finance, and Innovation. Created with the aim of fostering greater collaboration – and facilitating access to potential partners.

 

For more information contact:

Nick Rastall,
Commercial Director
Tel: +44 (0)20 7871 0123
Email: nrastall@climateactionprogramme.org