According to information compiled by FEW.ae editor, the upcoming World Green Economy Summit (WGES 2025) promises to be a landmark gathering for sustainability, climate innovation and global green economy leadership. Here are key details about venue, timing, organizers, technical specifications, climate and logistics.
Venue and Organisers
- Location: The summit will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
- Specific Hall: The main sessions will be held in Sheikh Rashid Hall, one of DWTC’s flagship multipurpose halls.
- Organisers: WGES 2025 is organised by:
- Dubai Supreme Council of Energ.
- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
- World Green Economy Organization (WGEO)
- Patronage: The summit is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Timing & Theme
- Dates: 1-2 October 2025.
- Theme: “Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy.”
- Agenda Pillars: Among others, the summit will focus on Technology & Innovation; Clean & Renewable Energy Technologies; Policy & Regulation; Finance; Climate Equity; Climate Adaptation & Resilience; Youth in Climate Action.
Venue Technical Specifications & Capacity
Sheikh Rashid Hall at DWTC comes with advanced technical capabilities and flexible arrangements:
- Size: Approximately 7,700 m² gross floor area for the full hall.
- Ceiling height: ~12.60 metres.
- Seating & layout flex:
- Tiered retractable seating for ~2,500 in auditorium style, plus ~2,000 seats on flat floor options.
- In banquet style can accommodate several thousands depending on layout.
- Partitions and sub-sections: The hall can be divided into inter-connecting soundproof sections (A-F or combinations thereof) for smaller breakout or parallel sessions. media.dwtc.com+1
- Additional facilities: Interpretation booths, backstage offices/green rooms, strong rigging points, good power provisions and accessibility from concourses and parking. media.dwtc.com+1
Weather, Local Climate & Logistical Considerations
- Typical October weather in Dubai: High daytime temperatures around 35 °C, with overnight lows perhaps 25-26 °C. Humidity tends to be moderate; rain is rare.
- Sunlight & Conditions: Around 10 hours of sunshine per day; skies are often clear or partly cloudy.
- Outdoor vs indoor: Given the heat, indoor air-conditioned facilities like Sheikh Rashid Hall are essential. For any outdoor components or transit, visitors should account for sun exposure.
- Transportation / Access: The Dubai World Trade Centre is well-served by major roads, public transport options (including metro), multiple entrance gates and concourses. Ample parking exists. Being centrally located, traffic may be heavy during peak hours. (Although specific transport plans for these dates are to be confirmed.)
Stakeholders & Purpose
- Audience: Trade professionals, government representatives, climate and environmental experts, private sector innovators, research institutions, youth and non-profit actors.
- Purpose: The summit aims to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, green economy; to share innovation; to strengthen climate security, especially in developing societies; to leverage technology (AI, IoT etc.) for emission monitoring, renewable deployment, resilience; as well as to enable policy/regulation, finance, and public-private collaboration.
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