Organizers: George Washington University

This webinar serves as the launch event for the Journal of Education for Sustainable Development (JESD) special issue, titled "Policy Perspectives on Education for Sustainable Development." Speakers will discuss their contributions to the publication and inspire dialogue with a wider community about the successes, challenges, and opportunities for policy related to ESD.

Organizers: SDSN, Global Schools, and Ages of Globalization

Alongside the ECOSOC Youth Forum, join us for a dynamic conversation with Monika Froehler, Chief Executive Officer of the Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens, and Jerry Azilinon, gender equality activist and #HeForShe Champion from Benin. Together with youth moderators and participants, they will explore the root causes of gender inequality, how it manifests differently across cultures, and what young people can do to drive more inclusive, equitable societies.

Organizers: SDSN

This event will showcase innovative climate adaptation solutions developed through the IMPETUS project. The Forum will spotlight cutting-edge tools and strategies, from reforestation technologies and digital twins to nature-based solutions addressing sea-level rise, extreme heat, and more. Open to citizens, policymakers, investors, and researchers alike, this session is a unique opportunity to explore how science and collaboration are driving impact for a more resilient future.

Organizers: Athens University of Economics and Business in collaboration with the Department of Technology, Management and Economics of the Technical University of Denmark, the Sustainable Development Unit of Athena Research Center, SDSN Global Climate Hub, SDSN Europe, AE4RIA network, and the MAIA EU Project

As Europe’s decarbonization efforts face critical challenges, hydrogen is emerging as a key solution for a sustainable energy future. But how will the European hydrogen market evolve, and what role will Greece play in shaping its trajectory? This high-level conference will bring together experts from academia, industry, and policy to explore hydrogen’s opportunities and challenges for decarbonization. Discussions will focus on the current state of hydrogen technologies, their potential to transform energy systems, and the essential actions needed to build a sustainable and resilient hydrogen economy. The event will foster collaboration and share insights that support Europe’s path toward a low-carbon future.

Organizers: ASviS - Alleanza Italiana per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile (Italian Alliance for Sustainable Development), LC members of SDSN Italia

Italy’s largest event dedicated to sustainable development, the Festival dello Sviluppo Sostenibile, brings together over 320 organizations from across sectors to raise awareness and inspire action on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Organized by ASviS, a member of the SDSN Italy Leadership Council, the 17-day festival features a dynamic mix of conferences, workshops, performances, and cultural events—held both online and in person across Italy and internationally. Major cities such as Milan, Genoa, Venice, and Rome will host flagship events aimed at fostering public dialogue and deepening engagement with sustainability themes.

Organizers: REDS-SDSN Spain and the European Parliament

This event is part of a Conference Cycle on Financing for Development, organized by REDS- SDSN Spain in collaboration with the European Parliament and the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Development. It serves as a key discussion ahead of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, to be held in Seville in June 2025. The event will also highlight findings from the latest Europe Sustainable Development Report 2025, strategies for accelerating the SDGs in the region, and the role of international financing of SDG targets.

Organizers: SDSN & Springer Nature

Science for a Sustainable Future (SFSF) is a joint initiative of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) and Springer Nature. The first session will showcase best practice examples of policy and research collaboration and identify tangible recommendations to ensure policymakers and researchers work closely together for the benefit of global society.

Organizers: University of Calgary and SDSN Canada

Together | Ensemble 2025, Canada’s national conference focused on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), will take place on May 26-27, 2025, at SDSN Canada's host institution, the University of Calgary, in Calgary, Alberta. Now in its seventh year, the conference fosters a comprehensive, all-of-society approach to tackling Canada’s most pressing sustainable development challenges. It brings together intergenerational leaders from the private sector, academia, government, and civil society to forge partnerships critical for advancing the 2030 Agenda.

Organizers: SDSN & Springer Nature

Science for a Sustainable Future (SFSF) is a joint initiative of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) and Springer Nature. The second session seeks to address whether SDG data has been impactful, relevant, and sufficient to provoke the progress needed to meet global aspirations in education.

Organizers: MDP Secretariat and Tsinghua University

Higher education faculty leaders in sustainable development from around the world will gather in Milan, Italy, for the 17th Annual MDP Summit, co-hosted by the MDP Secretariat and Tsinghua University.

Organizers: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

The Summit for Future Generations at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam will feature leading speakers such as Jeffrey Sachs, Aniek Moonen, Jan Rotmans, and Marc Dullaert, sharing insights on climate transition, youth, and international cooperation. As part of Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, the event also marks the launch of SDSN Netherlands and invites broad participation in shaping sustainable solutions for the future.