Return of the Climate Change Summit, offering extended scope, innovative proposals, and the participation of international heads
Announcing the 2025 Climate Change Summit Awards
The Climate Change Summit Awards is set to return for its second edition, promising to recognise and support innovative solutions to climate change from youths, PhD students, SMEs, and NGOs across Central and Eastern Europe.
This year's summit, taking place from October 20 to 25, will delve into a wide range of themes, including circular economy, water management, rural transition, regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, sustainable finance, energy security, geopolitics, urban development, cleantech, and the role of science and research in addressing climate change.
The main day of the summit, on October 21, will focus on global climate topics. The event will occur at the Palace of the Parliament and various locations in Bucharest, Romania, and Central and Eastern Europe.
The summit is free and open to the public, with limited access based on application. Participants can learn from dozens of international speakers, engage in roundtable discussions, and network. Tickets for masterclasses and exclusive events will soon be available for purchase.
The confirmed international speakers and thought leaders for the 2025 Climate Change Summit include a diverse group of global leaders, ministers, CEOs, experts, and activists from various countries and organisations. Notable confirmed speakers are:
- Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment of UAE and Member of the UAE Cabinet
- Magdalena Jabłońska, co-founder and figure in climate change and sustainability
- Johannes ten Broeke, European Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero and Clean Growth
- Michel Heijdra, Director General for Climate and Energy, Netherlands
- James Screen, Deputy Director for Greenhouse Gas Removals, UK
- Veronika Elgart, Head of Bilateral Climate Agreements, Switzerland
- Hanna Ojanen, Head of Carbon Markets and Policy, Carbo Culture
- Alexander Mäkelä, Chief Policy Officer, Carbon Gap
In addition, various ministers for environment, energy, and climate adaptation from countries like Senegal, Luxembourg, Panama, Vanuatu, and France are involved as key speakers in the broader IUCN World Conservation Congress forum linked with climate issues.
The application form is available at climatechange-summit.org, and details for the 2025 Climate Change Summit Awards, including grants and public recognition for the most promising projects addressing climate change, will be announced soon.
Corina Dospinoiu-Imre, Sustainability Director of Auchan Retail Romania, emphasises the importance of the summit in promoting best practices, identifying solutions, and accelerating the collective climate transition. Auchan Retail Romania aims to offer low-impact products and build strong partnerships throughout its supply chain as part of its shift towards a sustainable business model.
Hassan Damluji, Director at Global Nation and Senior Advisor to the Gates & Rockefeller Foundations, is a confirmed speaker with expertise in international cooperation on climate and health. Michel Scholte, co-founder of True Price & Impact Institute, is a confirmed speaker who is a leader in promoting transparent pricing and sustainable economics. Dr. Scott Kelly, Senior Vice President at Risilience, is a confirmed speaker and economist who advises governments and global companies on the transition to a low-carbon, resilient future.
Cosmin Vladimirescu, General Manager of Mastercard Romania and Croatia, highlights Mastercard's involvement in developing solutions to reduce environmental impact and investing in digital infrastructure for greener, more resilient, and inclusive economies. Azadeh Farajpour Javazmi, founder of "betterSoil - for a better world," is a confirmed speaker who works to improve soil quality for climate resilience and environmental protection.
The Climate Change Summit 2025 will be an exciting opportunity for individuals and organisations to come together, share ideas, and work towards a more sustainable future. Join us in Bucharest, Romania, and be part of the solution.
Science and environmental science will likely be significant topics at the 2025 Climate Change Summit, given the speakers' expertise in areas such as greenhouse gas removals and regenerative agriculture. Education and self-development opportunities will be abundant, allowing participants to learn from international speakers, engage in discussions, and network.
