The Future Sustainability Forum is set to take place in Dubai from 4-5 October 2023, marking a significant event in the Year of Sustainability in the UAE. The Forum is a key component of the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) sustainability program targeted at the 28th annual Conference of the Parties (COP28).

The Future Sustainability Forum is dedicated to supporting the COP28’s 4-pillar plan. This includes expediting the transition to sustainable practices, rectifying climate finance, focusing on adaptation strategies to safeguard lives and livelihoods, and ensuring inclusivity at COP28. The event is designed to be a platform where global decision-makers in the finance industry unite to discuss strategies for leading climate change action. It also aims to facilitate the transition to a sustainable economy and accelerate the fulfilment of the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030.

The Future Sustainability Forum stands as the most extensive finance-focused campaign for COP28, backed by international financial institutions and leaders in green and sustainable finance. The Forum is designed to mobilize sustainable finance and innovation, connecting industry leaders, investors, tech disruptors, and policymakers. It also aims to facilitate investment flows between the global north and south, thereby hastening climate action.

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has introduced its first Future Sustainability Forum as part of its commitment to promoting global climate action. The Forum will focus on the rising significance of sustainability in the financial sector and the role that financial centers can play in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

DIFC is dedicated to leading change in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region by encouraging sustainable finance and business practices. With the launch of the Future Sustainability Forum, DIFC is indeed positioning itself at the forefront of the global effort towards sustainability, while championing the crucial role of finance in achieving this goal.