Columbia University Global Sustainability Summit, 2025

The Columbia University Global Sustainability Summit, hosted by the Columbia Global ESG Leadership Association (CGELA), is an annual gathering to foster cross-disciplinary and cross-sector collaboration, spark innovative ideas, and address key challenges and opportunities in global sustainable development.

On April 13, 2025, at Columbia University’s Low Memorial Library Rotunda, the event will feature the Columbia University Global Sustainability Summit and the "30 Under 30 & 25 Under 25" Global Sustainable Development Youth Leaders Awards Ceremony. It will bring together top business leaders, academics, industry experts, and young innovators to discuss topics like artificial intelligence, space exploration, advanced manufacturing, biopharmaceuticals, new energy, cultural arts, and international cooperation.

The evening will include an exclusive networking banquet, where attendees can engage in thought-provoking discussions over music and wine, envisioning a sustainable future. This summit offers a vital platform for global collaboration, inspiring participants to shape sustainable development through partnerships and dialogue.

We invite visionary leaders and young changemakers to join this distinguished event, connecting with scholars, executives, technologists, and policymakers to explore a sustainable future.

Info: Topics include Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Manufacturing, Space Exploration, and Robotics

Info: Topics include Finance & Global Economy, and Venture Capital.

Info: Topics include Clean Energy, and Biopharmaceuticals

Info: Topics include Cultural & Arts, Philanthropy, and International Collaboration

Host or Publisher Columbia Global ESG Leadership Association