Watch on Demand - ADSFF 2023

Opening Address by ADGM

This ADSFF opening address, the FSRA CEO will reiterate the need for an evolving regulatory framework, reflecting the shift of markets to a more sustainability conscious future.

A Very Special Guest Keynote

This exclusive keynote will present the perspective of our very special guest speaker, as she emphasizes Abu Dhabi’s commitments to a sustainable future, and her hopes for COP28.

Cultivating a New Energy Era

As Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week draws to a close, join the CEO of organiser Masdar, as he reflects on the key outcomes and agreements of ADSW, the latest developments in Masdars journey, and his hopes for a pivotal year ahead.

A Green Falcon Economy?

How can the adoption of a Green Growth Strategy in the GCC grow GDP from $2trillion in 2022, to more than $13trillion in 2050, almost double the usual scenario? Join the World Bank in this special session, as we chart the flight of the Green Falcon Economy.

How The Worlds Largest Climate Fund is Approaching 2023 and Beyond

Established by 194 Governments, GCF is the largest global fund dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in developing countries and helping vulnerable societies adapt to the impacts of climate change. This session unpacks GCFs views on the state of climate finance, its landscape and architecture and vision for the year ahead.

The Great Investment Shift

In this special fireside chat, Hiro Mizuno reflects on his time as UN Secretary General's Special Envoy on Innovative Finance & the Chief Investment Officer of the world’s largest pension fund as he deliberates on the changing landscapes of investors globally and the innovative paths across finance and investment, to fast forward climate solutions.

Financing A Sustainable Future: The Big Bank’s Perspective

This session will convene the leadership of several leading regional banks, to share their views on the current landscape affecting the financing of sustainability, the special role the region has to play in financing for net zero, and their perspectives as we gear up for COP28.

Why Social Contribution is Everyone's Responsibility

In the lead up to COP28, every institution is playing their part to evolve their business models and practices in line with the sustainable targets and goals of the nation. This keynote will address Ma'an's efforts to support startups and businesses that lead sustainable impacts and how the Social Investment Fund, MSI and Social contracting, are examples of how Ma'an is spearheading social development with sustainable impacts in the region.

Remarks from the Securities & Commodities Authority

Actions to mitigate climate change are now at the front end of any nation’s economic agenda and especially, the U.A.E. has an ambitious strategic initiative to achieve Net Zero by 2050. In this session , learn how, as a regulator and facilitator of the UAE capital markets, SCA is prioritizing implementation of the sustainable investment strategy. This includes transition towards green financial markets, addressing the issue of access to the required funding for enterprises, and embracing technology and innovation

The Global Carbon Market Opportunity

In the first of our deep-dive panels, our experts debate the global carbon market opportunity. Voluntary carbon markets – national and international – refer to the issuance, buying and selling of carbon credits, on a voluntary basis. By including the price of emissions in the cost of doing business, companies are incentivised to adopt low-carbon technologies and adapt their working practices. issues discussed will include the entire value chain and commercialization of carbon credits and how decarbonization can be achieved by different stakeholders - both, regionally and globally.

How Cooperation Will Drive Sustainable Finance

As the world's leading institutions make transformational changes to their business strategy to deliver on climate targets, this panel discusses the collaborative networks and trackers forming around capital markets, and the relationship between private sector and Government, and the clear policy signals needed to foster regulatory predictability, and commercial stability, as financial companies prioritize environmental and social governance within operations.

The Future of Carbon Credits & Blended Finance: Articulating Article 6 for Investment

Article 6 of the Paris Agreement aims at promoting integrated, holistic and balanced approaches that will assist governments in implementing their NDCs through voluntary international cooperation. This cooperation mechanism, if properly designed, should make it easier to achieve reduction targets and raise ambition. This special presentation from an Ivy League institution articulates article 6 for investment.

Implementing Concrete Transactions & Products

Financial products need to evolve and track evolving stakeholder’s needs in sustainability. What are the strategies and innovative products involved, across the financial sector, in building ESG driven transactions? How are these products being designed and implemented for concrete, measurable impact? This session will answer how feasible this can be and provide views from across industry perspectives.

Innovative Ways To Mobilize Finance For Sustainable Impact

UNCTAD estimates that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 will require $3.9 trillion to be invested in developing countries each year, yet there remains a significant funding gap between what is needed, and what is available. Various forms of innovative finance are emerging to accelerate the mobilization of the private sector for development. What does the intersection of innovation, sustainability and finance look like? This panel will bring together the startups, accelerators and platforms driving change that matters.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Marc Garcia Duran

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Fakhul Miah

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Zain Tarawneh

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Akhil Gupta

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Martin Reynolds

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Luca Raffaele Poletti

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Elias El Mrabet

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

Showcase: Sustainable Innovation Champions - Keith Agoada

Shortlisted startups and ventures will pitch onstage and be recognised for their groundbreaking work in driving the sustainability agenda across the region.

The Role of Education in a Green Financial Future

The demand for responsible and sustainable investments is growing and so is the need for certified experts that guide these important decisions.