A quick update on Innovation Zero in 2026

As we near the end of the year, we'd like to share a short progress update, and give you a preview of what you can expect from the team in 2026.

The Innovation Zero Awards 2026

Returning for a third year as part of the brand new Accelerate Innovation Programme, the prestigious Innovation Zero Awards recognise and reward the most promising and impactful solution providers revolutionising energy, industry, logistics, reporting, nature and the built environment.

Entries are free, and all submissions will be reviewed by an esteemed panel of investors, procurement leaders, and sustainability specialists from companies such Aramco, Diageo, Innovate UK, National Grid, SABIC and Volvo.

Why should you enter?

Exposure
All entrants will have the chance to be profiled in the Green Solutions Catalogue – a discovery tool used by corporate buyers seeking climate solutions.

Recognition
Shortlisted companies will be invited to the official Awards Ceremony, connecting them with a senior audience of corporate buyers, investors, and business leaders.

Amplification
Winners will feature in a multi-channel marketing campaign in the lead up to Innovation Zero World 2026, appear in the Main Stage Awards Spotlight, and receive a 50% discount on Innovation Pod upgrades or Showcase packages.

Submissions close on the 10th of December, visit our Awards page for additional information and instructions for entry.

 

Influential Voices to Speak in 2026

Over 100 thought leaders have already confirmed their places at next year's edition of Innovation Zero World, including:

• Nigel Topping, Chair, Climate Change Committee
• Dr Rhian-Mari Thomas OBE, CEO, Green Finance Institute
• Leslie Maasdorp, CEO, British International Investment
• Jennifer Jordan-Saifi, CEO, Sustainable Markets Initiative
• Dr. Hakima El Haité, Chair of the Climate Action Committee / President, MENA2050 / Africa-Pact
• Chris Norbury, CEO, E.ON Next
• Ezgi Barcenas, Chief Sustainability Officer, L'Oréal
• Randolph Brazier, Global Head of Clean Power Systems, HSBC
• Emma Howard Boyd CBE, Chair, London Climate Resilience Review
• Dan McGrail, CEO, Great British Energy

View all currently confirmed speakers here.

 

Latest Confirmed Sponsors & Exhibitors

From globally recognised corporates and established solution providers to early-stage innovators disrupting the low carbon landscape, here are just some of the organisations joining us in April include:

• HSBC UK
• E.ON Next
• Arup
• Ørsted
• Business Stream
• J A Kemp
• Assystem
• National Wealth Fund
• Catalonia Trade & Investment
• inQube
• Sustainable Ventures
• Aarsleff
• Newcastle University
• Low Carbon Materials
• Solivus

Prime sponsorship and exhibition slots at next year's show are filling up quickly – find out how your company can get involved here.