ISEP Europe: Major environmental and sustainability conferences (2026–2027)
Spring–Summer 2026 highlights
WindEurope Annual Event
Madrid, Spain | 21 – 23 April
A leading event on wind power deployment, grid integration and Europe’s energy transition.
Why it matters: Offers valuable insights into large-scale renewable energy systems, highly relevant for energy planning and just transition discussions.
Climate Week Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland | 4 – 9 May
A week-long programme exploring climate action, finance and innovation.
Why it matters: Bridges climate initiatives with financial mechanisms, helping connect local projects to investment opportunities.
34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
The Hague, Netherlands | 19 – 22 May
One of Europe’s key bioenergy events, spanning technology, policy and sustainability.
Why it matters: Relevant for regions exploring biomass, bioenergy and circular bioeconomy strategies.
European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) Policy Conference
Brussels, Belgium (+ online) | 9 – 11 June
The EU’s flagship event on clean energy policy and renewable energy.
Why it matters: Essential for tracking EU policy developments that influence local implementation across ISEP territories.
Austrian World Summit
Vienna, Austria | 16 June
A solutions-focused climate conference highlighting real-world success stories.
Why it matters: Provides practical inspiration and replicable approaches for local and organisational climate action.
Hamburg Sustainability Conference
Hamburg, Germany | 29 – 30 June
A high-level, invite-only forum on global sustainability challenges.
Why it matters: Offers strategic insights into international governance and partnerships, helping position local work within global agendas.
Autumn 2026 highlights
14th International Conference for Sustainable Development
Rome, Italy | 9 – 10 September
A global forum connecting academic research with practical implementation.
Why it matters: Strengthens the evidence base behind sustainability projects and advocacy efforts.
COP17 – Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
Yerevan, Armenia | 19 – 30 October
A major UN biodiversity conference shaping the global nature agenda.
Why it matters: Influences policies and frameworks relevant to nature-based solutions and ecosystem restoration across Europe.
Sustainability Expo
Warsaw, Poland | 3 – 5 November
A trade fair showcasing technologies and solutions for sustainable development.
Why it matters: Offers exposure to emerging tools and innovations applicable across sectors.
COP31 – UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC)
Antalya, Turkey | 9 – 20 November
The flagship global climate negotiations forum.
Why it matters: Sets the direction for international climate policy, with direct implications for local commitments and funding landscapes.
Looking ahead to 2027
World Sustainable Energy Days
Wels, Austria | 2 – 5 March 2027
A series of co-located conferences focused on sustainable energy.
Why it matters: Connects technical energy topics with community-level sustainability initiatives.
European Carbon Farming Summit
TBC | March 2027 (TBC)
Focused on carbon farming and regenerative agriculture.
Why it matters: Provides practical examples of land-use transitions relevant to rural regions and local authorities.
European Climate Pact Flagship Event
Brussels, Belgium | 23 – 25 March
A broad platform for climate action and citizen engagement.
Why it matters: Encourages exchange of ideas, stories and approaches to strengthen local climate action.
ChangeNOW Summit
Paris, France | March 2027 (TBC)
A major global event showcasing climate and social innovation.
Why it matters: Highlights scalable solutions that can be adapted or replicated through ISEP networks.
