Shaping Greener Economies
The Dubai Future Finance Week is held under the directives of
H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, UAE, and President of DIFC
Join a powerhouse of minds shaping the future of businesses through sustainability
Amplifying global visibility through a strategic network of top-tier media outlets and leading industry bodies.
Gain insights from thought leaders shaping the global sustainability landscape
Immerse in the forefront of sustainability across the ESG ecosystem.
Connect with the decision-makers funding sustainable growth and driving the future of green innovation.
Your chance to be part of the global sustainability revolution
Speakers 2026
Gauri Singh brings 30+ years of experience shaping renewable energy policy and sustainable development across government and global institutions. She led India’s National Solar Mission and advances international clean energy frameworks, partnerships, and country-level transition strategies.
- Gauri
- Singh
- Singh
- UAE
Recognized among Forbes’ Top 100 MENA Leaders, Mr Razouqi is known for his visionary leadership & strategic investment expertise. He drives growth across energy, AI, digital technology, hospitality, real estate, talent management & customer experience through a diverse regional investment portfolio
- Maen
- Razouqi
- Razouqi
- Kuwait
- Nadia
- Humphreys
- Humphreys
- United Kingdom
- Thakur
- Pherwannii
- Pherwannii
- India
Dr. Beliz Tecirli is a sustainability and ESG leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate strategy, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory policy. At NEOM, she leads corporate sustainability strategy, performance, and reporting for one of the world’s largest smart-city developments.
- Dr. Beliz
- Tecirli
- Tecirli
- Saudi Arabia
Manosij Ganguli is a global ESG and decarbonization leader with experience across energy, mobility, and logistics. A Cambridge graduate, he has driven large-scale sustainability transformations at BP, Shell, and MPP, aligning ESG strategy with operational performance and long-term value creation.
- Manosij
- Ganguli
- Ganguli
- UAE
Priya Sarma is Head of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability for Unilever across the GCC and a business partner to the Beauty & Wellbeing category across GCC, Turkey, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. With over 25 years of experience, she champions sustainability through strategic communications, partnerships, and responsible business leadership.
- Priya Sarma
- Mathur
- Mathur
- UAE
Jaydeep Anand is Co-Founder, Chief Development Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer at FIVE, driving the integration of ESG, operational excellence and financial performance. He has led FIVE’s sustainability strategy, achieving global ESG recognition while embedding sustainability across its operations and business growth.
- Jaydeep
- Anand
- Anand
- UAE
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Why attend Future Sustainability Forum
Connect with pre-qualified sustainability implementers and investors driving business growth.
Host/engage in exclusive roundtables and workshops driving net zero transition
Collaboration on public-private partnership for impact
Direct access to UAE regulators and policymakers on sustainability
Deep dive into green bonds, sukuks, transition finance, reports and standards (ISSB, GRI, TCFD)
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FAQs
The Future Sustainability Forum is a dedicated platform within Dubai Future Finance Week focused on the intersection of finance, sustainability, and climate-aligned capital allocation. The forum brings together financial institutions, policymakers, investors, and sustainability leaders to examine how capital, regulation, and innovation can accelerate the transition to more resilient and sustainable economic systems.
Future Sustainability Forum 2026 takes place on Tuesday 3 November 2026 in Dubai.
The event is part of Dubai Future Finance Week (2–6 November 2026), one of the region’s most significant gatherings of finance, investment, and innovation leaders.
Future Sustainability Forum is organised by DIFC and forms part of Dubai Future Finance Week, which is held under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, and President of DIFC.
Dubai Future Finance Week is a strategic platform led by DIFC, bringing together a coordinated programme of specialised forums and summits across the global financial ecosystem. Held from 2 to 6 November 2026, it creates a cohesive environment for cross-sector dialogue between regulators, institutions, investors, and innovators.
The 2026 edition convenes the industry at scale, featuring:
- 850+ speakers
- 85+ interlinked events
- 14+ stages
- 12+ signature forums
Future Sustainability Forum is a specialised forum within Dubai Future Finance Week. Dubai FinTech Summit serves as the anchor event of the Week; every Future Sustainability Forum delegate pass includes a complimentary expo pass to Dubai FinTech Summit, giving attendees access to the wider programme and an expanded network of global financial and technology decision-makers.
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The transition to a low-carbon global economy requires massive shifts in capital, unified reporting standards, and technology-driven climate solutions. However, the path from institutional commitments to execution remains highly complex, with fragmented policies and evolving risk models.
The Future Sustainability Forum exists to bridge this gap. It provides a structured environment for the public and private sectors to align financial markets with environmental outcomes, turning sustainability pledges into measurable economic realities.
The forum operates under the strategic theme “Shaping Greener Economies”. The content and agenda are built around five core sustainability and finance pillars:
- Green finance and transition finance – Including green sukuk and sustainable lending.
- ESG integration and reporting standards – Including ISSB, GRI, TCFD, and corporate governance.
- Sustainable investment strategies – Focusing on impact investing and shifting capital allocation.
- Climate risk, data, and FinTech innovation – Covering AI-driven analytics, carbon tracking, and carbon markets.
- Policy, regulation, and public sector leadership – Aligning with UAE Net Zero 2050 and developing regulatory frameworks.
Paid delegate passes are available to institutional delegates, enterprise attendees, and ecosystem participants. Every paid pass includes access to all main stage sessions, networking functions, executive luncheons, the B2B matchmaking app, and post-event content.
Sponsorship and partnership options include association partners, commercial sponsors, and media partners. Packages are designed to deliver visibility and direct engagement with institutional decision-makers.
Yes. The forum’s programme features keynotes, fireside chats, plenary panels, and moderated roundtables. Independent speaking invitations are extended by the programme team to senior executives from qualifying organisations.
Complimentary delegate passes are reserved for qualified institutional attendees. Places are strictly limited, and all applications are reviewed and approved by the event steering committee.
Solution providers operating within the sustainability advisory or green tech vendor space are typically not eligible for complimentary access and are invited to explore our paid delegate and sponsorship offerings.