Dubai will host the inaugural Dubai Environment Conference & Exhibition on 7–8 September 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
The event is being organised by the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, a body established under Law No. (11) of 2024. Its arrival marks the authority's first major public gathering since its formation, bringing together specialists working across sustainability and environmental protection.
What the conference will cover
The conference carries the theme 'Protecting Our Environment… Securing Our Future' and will centre on six focus areas: biodiversity, natural resources, food security, climate change, the circular economy, and environmental artificial intelligence.
Programming will include panel discussions, research presentations, and expert-led sessions, alongside a specialised environmental exhibition running alongside the main conference sessions.
Why it matters for Dubai
Ahmed Mohammed bin Thani, Director General of the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, said the event "will bring together leading specialists in sustainability and environmental protection from across the UAE and the wider region." He added that its inaugural edition "reflects Dubai's commitment to strengthening environmental protection and climate action, both of which are integral to the emirate's journey towards sustainable growth."
Bin Thani also framed the conference as part of a broader positioning effort, saying it "represents an important step in Dubai's efforts to reinforce its position as a global hub for environmental innovation and leadership." He said the gathering "will strengthen cross-sector cooperation, accelerate environmental and climate action, and contribute to achieving Dubai's sustainability goals."
Who is involved
The Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority is leading the organisation of the event, with Ahmed Mohammed bin Thani serving as Director General. The conference sits alongside other Dubai institutions working on environmental and energy matters, including the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, as part of the emirate's wider sustainability landscape.
For businesses, researchers, and policymakers across the UAE working in environmental fields, the conference offers a dedicated platform to present research and engage in cross-sector discussion on topics ranging from food security to the circular economy. With dates set for September 2026, organisations with an interest in the six focus themes have time to prepare submissions or plan participation as further details on the programme and exhibition are released.
Details such as prices, opening hours and availability change often. Confirm with the venue before you go.