International Vienna
Energy and Climate Forum
9 - 10 April 2026 | Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria
Powering Prosperity, Security and Stability
By aligning political ambition with practical solutions, the International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum drives decisive action to accelerate an inclusive energy transition, catalyzing the progress needed to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
The International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum is co-organized by
A Leading Global Forum for Action
The IVECF is a premier international conference that convenes leaders, innovators, experts, and young changemakers to advance on development, energy, and climate goals. Through high-level dialogues, policy discussions, and expert-driven side-events with key partners and thought leaders, the Forum delivers concrete insights and inclusive and actionable solutions.
Gender Equality and Youth Inclusion
Inclusivity lies at the heart of the IVECF’s mission. We believe that a just energy transition must empower women, youth, and marginalized communities ensuring diverse voices shape solutions for a sustainable future. IVECF fosters collaboration that is inclusive, fair, forward-looking, and transformative.
Connection, Collaboration, and Partnership Building
The IVECF is designed to spark collaboration. It offers a dynamic environment to strengthen existing relationships, form new partnerships, and explore emerging business opportunities, fostering high-value interactions that advance shared sustainable energy and climate objectives.
Moments that shaped global energy progress
A visual record of dialogue, discovery, and decisive action
A vision grounded in purpose
Energy is the foundation of all development, and today’s global challenges – from climate change to rising inequality and geopolitical instability – demand a united response and a new era of industrial development built on a foundation of innovative and sustainable energy solutions. The IVECF 2026 will mobilize political momentum and chart a course for inclusive green development pathways that advance stability, security and prosperity for all, with a special focus on Small Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries – those countries that have contributed the least to climate change but are suffering the most from it.
At a time of global uncertainty, Vienna serves as a hub for dialogue, cooperation, and multilateralism. Austria is proud to co-host the International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum 2026 together with UNIDO and IIASA. We are deeply committed to fostering security and stability by advancing the green transformation that our planet so urgently needs. As we look ahead, empowering young people and future generations to lead this transformation will be key.
Transforming energy systems towards greater reliability and sustainability is not just about ensuring prosperity, peace, and security - it is about enabling people to overcome poverty. Reliable and sustainable energy access forms a cornerstone of lasting energy security and inclusive development. This is why we are proud to support the IVECF
We are the first generation with the knowledge to understand our planet’s limits, and the last with the power to change course. The International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum reminds us that the green transformation is humanity’s greatest peace project. By aligning the physics of our planet with the ethics of our societies, we can turn sustainability into solidarity.
The numbers tell the story
A global gathering that moved the needle on climate action and sustainable development.
Participants
Attended sessions and networking events
Countries represented
Diverse perspectives and commitments
Sessions and workshops held
Covering energy, finance, and innovation
Speakers in total
29 of them women
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