06-08 November 2025, São Paulo, Brazil

What's On at the Innovation Zone

Flagship Forums

Sustainable Innovation Forum

6 - 7 November

Returning for the sixteenth year alongside COP, the Sustainable Innovation Forum will convene 1,000 leaders from business, policy and finance to accelerate transformative climate action at speed and scale. Across two days it will welcome some of the world’s most influential and inspirational climate leaders to the stage, sharing their thought leadership and solutions to help bridge the vast implementation, innovation and finance gaps.  In addition to the plenary, the Forum includes a series of deep dive roundtables and networking opportunities, plus a stream dedicated to Transforming Agri-Food Systems on 6 November.

Climate Implementation Summit

8 November

The Climate Implementation Summit will be a key COP30 event spotlighting the ambition and action of the private sector in delivering climate solutions. Organised by Institute for Climate and Society (iCS), Climate Action and Converge Capital, the high level event is aligned with the COP30 Action Agenda to showcase transformative solutions that are shifting the trajectory of climate change. With its plenary agendaside events and networking opportunities, the Summit is a strategic platform to showcase real-world solutions and materialise the spirit of collective effort championed by the COP30 Presidency.

Partner Events and Roundtables

Roundtables & Workshops

6 - 8 November

Curated, closed-door dialogues hosted by partners from across business, policy, and finance, the Roundtables offer an intimate space to exchange insights, build partnerships, and co-create actionable outcomes.

Partner Events

6 - 8 November

Leading organisations will host partner events spotlighting breakthrough solutions, policies, and investments driving the transition to a sustainable economy. Expect thought-provoking dialogue, innovation showcases, and practical insights from global leaders.

Networking and Private Functions

Climate Action Innovation Zone Gala Dinner

8 December

Hosted in partnership with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and CEBDS, The Climate Action Innovation Zone Gala Dinner is an invitation only gathering of 280 global leaders from business, finance, government, and civil society, united by a shared commitment to accelerate climate action. 

Networking and Private Functions

6 - 8 December

The Innovation Zone provides numerous opportunities to connect and collaborate. Delegates will be invited to private meetingsnetworking receptionsVIP dinners, and drinks events, creating valuable spaces to strengthen relationships, share ideas, and forge new partnerships that deliver impact.

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