What You Missed at Sustainability LIVE in 2025

Collaboration is often key to change, particularly in hard-to-abate sectors like energy.

Sustainability LIVE is a global event series focused on real world strategies, practical insights and the technologies driving progress. 

The programme brings together CSOs, directors and innovators to turn conversation into collaboration and ambition into action. 

From Europe and North America to APAC and the Middle East, Sustainability LIVE 2025 offered a packed calendar of events and awards for leaders shaping a greener future and 2026 has plenty more to come.

Sustainability LIVE Malta

When: 20 February 2025
Where: Mediterranean Conference Centre, Malta

Sustainability LIVE Malta was a one day ESG and sustainability strategy event bringing senior leaders together in an executive setting. The agenda explored sustainability strategies, EU reporting, net zero, the future of ESG and AI in sustainability. 

Speakers and panellists included: 

• Gerard Gallagher, EMEIA Sustainability Leader at EY
• David Xuereb, Chairman of the Malta ESG Alliance
• Kenneth Farrugia, CEO of Bank of Valletta
• Marthese Portelli, CEO of The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry
• Tobias Kederer, EMEA Head of Sustainability at AWS.

These leaders spoke alongside sustainability and regulatory experts from KPMG, Deloitte, PwC and the Malta Financial Services Authority.

Sustainability LIVE: Net Zero

When: 5–6 March 2025
Where: QEII Centre, London

Co-located with Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: Sustainability, Sustainability LIVE: Net Zero examined the route to a carbon neutral world. 

Across two days, the event focused on Scope 3 emissions, sustainable logistics and the role of procurement in delivering measurable environmental impact.

Featuring keynote presentations, fireside chats and panel discussions from organisations including DP World, Amazon Freight, Royal Mail, Zurich Insurance Group, SAP and NHS Supply Chain, the agenda explored how data, technology and collaboration can drive resilience and decarbonisation. 

Designed for senior procurement and supply chain leaders, the dual-event format created a unique environment for cross functional networking and holistic sustainability strategy development.

On 4 to 5 March 2026, Sustainability LIVE: The Net Zero Summit is set to return, further spotlighting the need for net zero, decarbonisation, sustainable energy and more.

“It was great to be at Sustainability LIVE again and connect with old and new friends in the sustainability space,” says Angela Hultberg, Global Sustainability Director at Kearney.

“I love how the conversations are clearly focusing on practical and tangible solutions rather than high level problem statements, it shows we are really getting somewhere! 

“I especially enjoyed being on an all female panel on Electric Vehicles with GM, Polestar and Rivian and listening to sustainability leaders like Henkel lay out what they are doing to transition to greener business practices.”

Sustainability LIVE Singapore

When: 18 March 2025
Where: Virtual

Sustainability LIVE Singapore offered a dynamic virtual platform connecting sustainability leaders across the APAC region. 

Featuring keynote presentations, fireside chats and interactive panels, the event focused on responsibility, technology, AI and net zero strategies. 

Accessible from anywhere in the world, it was designed to deliver practical insights and best practice that organisations could apply immediately to advance their sustainability agendas.

Speakers included:

• Richie Lee, Senior Vice President and Head of Sustainability at UOB
• Neil Foster, Chief Sustainability and Risk Officer at De Grey Mining Ltd
• Clara Kwan, Chief Sustainability Officer at SMF
• Zenia Chang, ESG Lead and Senior Manager, VP of Climate and Sustainability Consulting at Marsh.

"I was honoured to participate in Sustainability LIVE Singapore in 2024, as a keynote. The team was very engaging and great to work with," said Terence Jeyaretnam, Partner and APAC Leader for Climate Change and Sustainability Services at EY. 

"This type of fully virtual event caters for a regional audience, on such an important issue as sustainability, which is commendable."

Sustainability LIVE Dubai

When: 22 April 2025
Where: Virtual

Tailored to sustainability executives across the MEA region, Sustainability LIVE Dubai featured a diverse agenda of keynote sessions and panel discussions. 

With Dubai positioned as a global hub for green investment and innovation, the event explored renewable energy, sustainable urban development and ESG implementation. 

Attendees gained insight into how organisations across the region were turning ambition into measurable progress towards net zero targets.

The programme also created space for discussions on biodiversity, ESG finance, circular economy and social impact.

Speakers included:

• Florence Bulte, Chief Sustainability Officer at Chalhoub Group
• Wesley Thomson, Partner and Head of ESG MENA at Knight Frank
• Ahmed Hassan, Sustainability Specialist at Bureau Veritas
• Ahmed Ameen Ashour, Chief Sustainability Commercial Officer at Microsoft
• Seneca Cottom, Head of Sustainability at Alshaya Group.

Sustainability LIVE Chicago

When: 28–29 May 2025
Where: Convene Willis Tower, Chicago

New for 2025, Sustainability LIVE Chicago arrived in colocation with Procurement and Supply Chain LIVE.

This integrated format allowed delegates to explore sustainability through the lenses of procurement, supply chain management and manufacturing.

Designed for senior executives across the US and Canada, the event encouraged holistic thinking and cross-functional collaboration to embed sustainability across complex operations.

Sustainability LIVE Chicago brought together more than 1,000 attendees, including C-suite executives, thought leaders and innovators, for two days of discussions on sustainability trends and strategies. 

The speaker line-up featured senior leaders from global organisations including:

• Cara Williams, Global Head of ESG, Climate and Sustainability at Mercer
• Mike Witt, Vice President of Environment, Health and Safety at Northrop Grumman
• Kate Heiny, Vice President of Sustainability at Booking Holdings
• Ann Tracy, Chief Sustainability Officer at Colgate-Palmolive.

Sessions explored key themes such as AI in sustainability, climate action strategies, the route to net zero, sustainable innovation for CSOs, data and technology and sustainable supply chains, supported by interactive workshops, panel discussions and extensive networking opportunities.

In 2026 the US Summit and Awards is taking place, bringing together leaders who are driving real progress on sustainability across their organisations, focusing on climate, circularity, responsible growth and culture change.

Sustainability LIVE London Global Summit

When: 9–10 September 2025
Where: Business Design Centre, London

Returning to the Business Design Centre, Sustainability LIVE London Global Summit served as the flagship two-day event, bringing together workshops, keynote presentations and panel discussions for senior sustainability leaders from across the UK and Europe.

The agenda explored CSO leadership, the route to net zero and the evolving role of generative AI in sustainability, making the summit a platform for thought leadership and practical progress towards a greener economy.

The line-up featured speakers including Sophie Graham, Chief Sustainability Officer at IFS, who joined the Sustainable and Responsible Business panel alongside Victoria Moorhouse, Group Climate and Nature Lead at Kingfisher to examine how responsible practices can reduce environmental and social harm while supporting long-term value.

Jane Goodland, Group Head of Sustainability at London Stock Exchange Group, appeared on the Green Finance Initiative panel, focusing on how green finance can accelerate investment into renewable energy, low-carbon technologies and circular economy projects.

Ben Stone, Group Head of Environmental Sustainability at Kier Group plc, delivered a keynote presentation drawing on more than 20 years’ experience integrating sustainability into business strategy and strengthening ESG disclosure

Also in London, making its official debut in 2026 at CodeNode London, Sustainability LIVE @ London Climate Action Week, The Leadership Summit is a one-day event designed for senior sustainability executives at the forefront of climate action strategy. 

The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards

When: 10 September 2025
Where: 8 Northumberland Avenue, London

The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards returned in 2025 with a black-tie ceremony celebrating excellence and innovation across sustainability and ESG.

Spanning 18 categories, the awards recognised individuals, executives and organisations redefining leadership in the transition to a more sustainable future, showcasing how ambition is being translated into measurable impact.

From AI breakthroughs and sustainable finance to reforestation technology, diversity and net zero innovation, the awards highlighted organisations and leaders driving progress across industries and regions.

Winners included IFS for AI in Sustainability, Terraformation for SME Company of the Year and Sustainable Technology, Aston Martin for Enterprise Company of the Year and Ingrid Beutler of Think Beyond as Executive of the Year, alongside recognition for impactful work by organisations such as SGS, HH Global, Esas Holding and DP World.

Together, the winners, highly commended entries and finalists demonstrated how collaboration, accountability and innovation are moving sustainability from pledge to performance on a global scale.

Returning in 2026 is The London Summit + Awards, a two-day hybrid conference for senior sustainability executives leading climate and ESG transformation.

Co-located with Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The London Summit + Awards the event offers a rare opportunity for cross-functional collaboration.

Sustainability LIVE: Climate Week NYC

When: 22 September 2025
Where: Convene 360 Madison Avenue

Sustainability LIVE once again took place during Climate Week NYC with an invitation-only summit connecting global sustainability leaders. 

Building on the 2024 edition, which featured executives from PepsiCo, Colgate-Palmolive and ABB, the 2025 summit delivered boardroom-level discussions on the strategies shaping the future of sustainable business.

Held in partnership with the United Nations General Assembly, Climate Week NYC comprised more than 600 events and activities, making it the world’s largest annual climate event. It brought together leaders from companies, governments, organisations, charities and communities worldwide to unite around climate action and drive positive change.

Taking place on 21 September 2026 in New York, Sustainability LIVE @ Climate Week NYC is a one-day, invite-only conference and expo for C/V-level executives driving global climate strategy.

With more than 500 senior attendees expected, it delivers the insights, connections and solutions needed to accelerate climate action and navigate a rapidly evolving sustainability landscape.

“Influential events like Sustainability LIVE give Blue Yonder a platform to demonstrate how innovation and sustainability can and must, go hand in hand,” says Saskia van Gendt, Chief Sustainability Officer at Blue Yonder.

“It’s a valuable opportunity to learn from others facing similar challenges, explore new ways of integrating ESG across global operations and bring back actionable insights to strengthen our own sustainability roadmap.”

At Sustainability LIVE: The Net Zero Summit, Sustainability Magazine will be hosting discussions on net zero aerospace strategies, water sustainability, circualarity, nature based solutions and many more.

The two-day event is set to take place at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster, London, between the 4-5 March 2026, bringing together sustainability experts from around the globe for a series of enlightening panel discussions, engaging workshops and unparalleled networking opportunities.

The event features more than 50 expert speakers, 10 focused content tracks and 4 high-impact executive workshops, aiding leadership meet execution.

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