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Innovation Zero MENA Congress Launches in Riyadh to Drive Industrial-Scale Solutions for a Net Zero Future
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – [22/5/2025] – Innovation Zero, the premier global platform accelerating industrial-scale solutions for a net zero future, is set to make its highly anticipated debut in the MENA region. The inaugural Innovation Zero MENA Congress will take place on 14th & 15th October 2025 in Misk City, Riyadh, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, innovators, funders, start-ups, and investors to drive meaningful action towards a sustainable future economy.
With Saudi Arabia leading one of the most ambitious economic transformations in the world, powered by innovation and technology, Innovation Zero MENA provides a crucial platform for fostering collaboration and investment in energy innovation driving emissions reductions, and industrial decarbonization. Building on the success of Innovation Zero World Congress in London, which attracts over 10,000 industry leaders annually, this regional edition will empower businesses and governments to engage with a rapidly evolving market and shape a sustainable future.
Riyadh: A Global Hub for Climate Innovation
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious economic and social reform goals make Riyadh the ideal host city for Innovation Zero MENA. Dr. Mohammed Alotaibi, Acting Head of The Research Development and Innovation Authority, highlighted Saudi Arabia’s strategic drive for RDI, stating:
"Saudi Arabia is fostering a thriving innovation ecosystem that advances clean energy, industrial decarbonization, and next-generation technologies. As part of our national priority in Energy and Industrial Leadership, we are driving the development of breakthrough solutions in emerging energy fields, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable industries. Our ambition is to position the Kingdom as a global leader in RDI sector, accelerating solutions that address the world’s most pressing challenges while unlocking new economic opportunities.
Innovation Zero MENA aligns seamlessly with this vision, serving as a key platform to connect global pioneers, researchers, and industry leaders in shaping the future of clean technology and sustainability. Bringing this event to Riyadh reinforces the Kingdom’s role as a global hub for transformative innovation and industrial leadership, while strengthening international collaboration in pursuit of a more sustainable future.”
Paul Dunne, CEO & Founder at Innovation Zero, underlined the importance of the event to the global climate and sustainability communities.
“Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region are fast becoming leaders in innovation towards a future economy. Their bold vision and unique advantages offer not just inspiration, but real opportunities for shared progress. By spotlighting this momentum, we’re helping tackle regional challenges while unlocking solutions with global impact.
After three successful years of our flagship event in London, this launch marks the next step in our global series - advancing a just transition through powerful collaboration between policymakers, innovators, investors, and enterprises.”.
Key Themes for 2025: A Multi-Sector Approach
The Innovation Zero MENA Congress will feature a comprehensive content program of discussions, thought leadership, and investment opportunities focused on critical themes. It will offer a dynamic platform for decision-makers and changemakers to explore ground-breaking strategies in:
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Energy & Industry
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Finance & Investment
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Cities & Infrastructure
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Circular Carbon Economy
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Advanced Technology
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Environment
As the world accelerates toward a net zero future, Saudi Arabia is positioning itself at the forefront of climate action and economic diversification. The Innovation Zero MENA Congress will not only drive industrial transformation but also create opportunities for businesses to scale solutions, forge strategic partnerships, and contribute to global sustainability efforts.
Join us in Riyadh and be part of the movement shaping the future of sustainability and industrial innovation. To register your interest in attending as a speaker, exhibitor, or visitor, register your interest at www.innovationzero.com/mena-congress
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For speaking opportunities, please contact Ben Patten, General Manager, Innovation Zero MENA | benp@innovationzero.com
For exhibition, sponsorship and commercial enquiries please contact Joseph Jackson, Sales Director, Innovation Zero | josephj@innovationzero.com
For marketing and media opportunities, please contact Libby Powell, Marketing Director, Innovation Zero | libbyp@innovationzero.com
About Innovation Zero
Innovation Zero is the world's leading platform dedicated to accelerating a just transition. Through high-impact events and year-round engagement, Innovation Zero brings together policymakers, business leaders, investors and innovators to drive industrial-scale solutions to drive a low emission future economy.
Founded in the UK, Innovation Zero’s flagship World Congress in London attracts over 10,000 participants annually and is recognized as a critical meeting point for cross-sector collaboration.
With the launch of Innovation Zero MENA in Riyadh, the platform expands its global footprint, supporting regional leadership in clean energy, decarbonization, sustainability and climate innovation. Innovation Zero exists to connect the world’s leading pioneers and scale the solutions that will define our future economy.
For press enquiries please contact libbyp@innovationzero.com