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In the face of simultaneous crises—climate, environmental, political, and social—we need to envision a new sustainability. The Global Green Business Summit, taking place from February 11th to 13th, 2025, in Mexico City, offers a unique opportunity to transition from a gradual approach to a disruptive one that includes transformative solutions toward a sustainable and equitable world.
The Global Green Business Summit, which originated as the Green Business Expo in 2010 and continued annually as the Green Business Summit until 2016, has proven to be a valuable forum for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of sustainable businesses.
This premier event will bring together leaders from industry, society, entrepreneurs, and responsible politicians to explore innovative solutions, share best practices, and promote new collaborations, accelerating the transition toward a solidarity-based economy, a healthy environment, and resilient communities.
¿WHY ATTEND?
Mexico is one of the 12 largest economies in the world and is highly integrated into the global economy. Therefore, it must be part of the world’s transformation processes.
The Mexican private sector has a unique opportunity to lead by demonstrating its commitment to new business models that incorporate environmental and social sustainability.
Promoting sustainable innovation through inclusion
The 2025 edition will focus on creating new collaborations between the private sector and other societal actors around the Sustainable Development Goals. The event aims to redefine the role of the private sector and position society as leaders in generating innovative solutions, thereby redefining corporate sustainability.
The Summit will include a diversity of voices and perspectives, ensuring representation from less privileged sectors that are often most affected by climate crises, pollution, and environmental degradation. An emphasis on inclusion and diversity will enrich the dialogue and ensure more equitable and lasting solutions.
Global Perspective
The year 2024 marks important global milestones in sustainability and climate action, with a particular focus on Latin America: the G20 will be held in Brazil, and COP16 on Biodiversity will take place in Colombia.
The 2025 Summit provides a unique opportunity to reflect on progress, evaluate global efforts related to climate goals and nature conservation, and explore their intersection with social justice. Additionally, it offers insights into the changes brought about by a new government in Mexico.
Inspiring Conversations
Keynote speeches and expert panels on the latest trends and strategies in new sustainability, green business, and equality will generate valuable ideas and inspire new collaborations. These conversations will also connect business and social leaders who are embracing sustainable innovation.
Since the last edition in 2016, the world has witnessed greater urgency in addressing climate emergencies and related crises, such as water scarcity and food insecurity. The 2025 Summit will serve as a critical forum to address these challenges, aligning efforts of social and business leaders operating in Mexico and fostering collaborations that build a green and resilient economy.
Interactive Discussion Panels:
Participate in stimulating discussions with leaders from industry, government, and civil society
February 11 Dinner for Allied Panelists and Sponsors
February 12
8:00-8:30 am Inauguration
8:30-9:00 am Keynote speaker 9:00-10:00 am Panel
Defining the New Sustainability in Mexico
Addressing the Issue of Environmental Degradation, Inequality, and Poverty: These are matters that concern all of us and demand collective action and new collaborations with societal leadership.
BUILDING PRODUCTIVE
MODEL WITH SOCIETY
10:00-11:00 am
Panel
The Inevitable Future of Circular Economy”:
Explore how companies can adopt and scale circular economy practices to reduce waste and emissions while maximizing resource reuse. Success stories will be presented, and necessary policies and collaborations for circular innovation in the Mexican economy will be discussed..
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Panel
Interrelation between sustainable production and consumption:
Analyze the interdependence between sustainable production and responsible consumption, highlighting effective strategies to engage consumers and modify consumption patterns. The panel will also address how consumers can positively influence companies and their supply chains to promote sustainable practices.
TOWARD ZERO EMISSIONS WITH
THE SUPPORT OF SOCIETIES
12:00-1:00 PM
Panel
Decentralized Energy:
Distributed Generation, Storage, and Microgrids:
Explore success cases of companies and organizations advancing the adoption of distributed generation systems, storage batteries, and intelligent distribution and monitoring of generation and consumption. This contributes to the transition toward a zero-emission society.
1:00-2:00 PM
Panel
Accelerated Disruption:
The Future of Zero-Emission Transportation
The electrification of transportation is one of the solutions to climate change and air pollution. The panel will highlight the progress of companies that are already electrifying their fleets (including Bimbo, DHL, Amazon, Modelo, etc.) and governments advancing with electrified public transportation. The challenges and opportunities for the adoption of electric vehicles and the necessary infrastructure will be discussed, with the aim of making these technologies accessible to everyone.
2:00-3:00 PM
Networking Lunch
ENSURING THE WELL-BEING OF ALL
3:00-4:00 PM Panel
Technological and Social Solutions to the Water Crisis:
Identify innovative and community-based solutions to address the water crisis in Mexico. Emerging technologies such as desalination and rainwater harvesting will be discussed, along with community-based approaches for water treatment and management. The panel will also explore creating a culture of business and social collaboration to ensure efficient water use.
ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR SUSTAINABILITY
4:00-5:00 PM Panel
Sustainable Finance: The Key to the New Sustainability
Discuss available financing options for sustainability projects based on the Sustainable Taxonomy from the Secretariat of Finance and the regulatory implications of adopting this taxonomy
5:00-6:00 PM
Panel
AI: Essential in Sustainable Solutions
Examine the role of artificial intelligence in solving complex problems related to sustainability, such as climate change and resource optimization. The opportunities and challenges associated with using AI in sustainability will be discussed, including increasing energy demand and how to mitigate these impacts.
6:00-6:30 PM
Closing
6:30-8:30 PM
Cocktail February 13th
University Industry Forum
The Key Link for Talent Development: Strengthen collaboration between academic institutions and the business sector to develop the talent needed for a sustainable economy. Successful collaboration models, innovative training programs, and aligning educational competencies with industry needs will be discussed.
Youth and new corporate sustainability
Engage the younger generation in designing and implementing corporate sustainability strategies. This panel will highlight the role of youth as change agents, their expectations from companies, and how businesses can respond to sustainability and social responsibility demands.
Electromobility, Artificial Intelligence
Addressing the Water Crisis
Circular Economy
Workshop (To be confirmed):
Sustainability for SMEs (Training)
This summit will showcase the commitment of the Mexican business sector to weave a new sustainability agenda within a national and global transition framework, reinforcing the country’s positioning to attract investments and forge international collaborations. Join this movement to lead the way toward a new sustainability. For more information, please contact: Guadalupe Garcia
g.garcia@smartmediagroup.lat globalsummitgreenbusiness.com
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THROUGH EXTENSIVE COLLABORATIONS,LET’S
DRIVE TRANSFORMATION TOWARD A NEW CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY FOR THE BENEFIT OF BUSINESSES,WORKERS AND COMMUNITY IN MEXICO AND AROUND THE WORLD.