Registration

Time

09:00

Welcome Address by Fast Company Middle East

Time

10:00

Power of Now: Uniting for Immediate Impact

As business leaders set ambitious sustainability goals twenty or thirty years from now, the need is for immediate action. This session will explore actionable strategies and collaborative approaches to bridge the gap between long-term goals and present-day action.

Speakers:

H.E. Dr Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi Former UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment

Mariet Westermann, Vice-Chancellor, New York University Abu Dhabi

Moderator:

Rachel Dawson, Senior Correspondent, Fast Company Middle East

Time

10:05

Climate Tech Transformation: Driving Innovation for a Sustainable Future

Amidst the urgent need for sustainable solutions, climate technology is a vital force driving change. Join us as we delve into the critical role of technology in addressing the multifaceted dimensions of the climate crisis. This panel will explore groundbreaking innovations and discuss their transformative potential in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, transportation, and urban planning.

Speaker:

Professor Derya Baran, Co-Founder & Chief Engineer Officer, RedSea

Dimitra Theodoropulos, Director Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility, Talabat

Dr. Hamid Haqparwar, Managing Director, BMW Middle East

Buddhi Paranamana, Director Sustainability & Innovation, PDS Limited

Moderator:

Suha Hasan, Correspondent, Fast Company Middle East

Time

10:35

Bottomline Effect: Profit, Purpose, and Planet

Unlock the synergy of sustainable triple play, where the pursuit of profitability aligns with creating positive social impact and safeguarding the environment. Understand the possibilities that emerge when profit, purpose, and planet unite, and gain practical insights to drive your organization's sustainable success.

Speakers:

Marina Antonopoulou, Senior Director of Climate Change and Nature Conservation, Emirates Nature-WWF

Tatiana Antonelli Abella, Founder & Managing Director, Goumbook

Khuloud Hasan Al Nuwais, Chief Sustainability Officer, Emirates Foundation & Secretary General, ne’ma National Steering Committee

Danny Klima, Head of Sustainability, Ethara

Moderator:

Lenah Hassaballah, Editor, CNN Business Arabic

Time

11:05

Chasing Zero: Redefining Success through Sustainability

As the spotlight shines on the global march toward net-zero emissions, industries, enterprises are embracing sustainability, channeling efforts into pollution reduction and novel business models. At its core, sustainable innovation becomes the crucible when financial gains harmonize with environmental responsibility.

Speakers:

Qais AlSuwaidi, Vice President of Sustainability, TAQA Group

Stephanie Asgill, Director - Sustainability and Gender Equality, Dubai Holding

Stefano Castoldi, Partner, BCG

Moderator:

Rachel Dawson, Senior Correspondent, Fast Company Middle East

Time

11:35

Fueling Change: The Urgency of Energy Transition

It is increasingly evident that the energy transition is a necessity and an opportunity to forge a new economic development model. The panelists will explore the scalability of renewable energy resources, such as solar and wind power, and emerging hydrogen production and carbon capture technologies.

Speakers:

Sarah Jaber, Sustainability Lead, AESG

Tania Zepeda Luna, Chapter Lead, Women in Renewable Energy UAE

Kivanc Karayol, Market Director and Head of Electromobility and Sustainable Growth for the Middle East & Turkiye, Volvo Group

Moderator:

Riaz Naqvi, Senior Editor, Hill+Knowlton Strategies

Time

12:05

Closing Remarks

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12:35

End of Summit

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12:40