World Green Economy Organization

WGEO and AmCham Dubai signed a Memorandum of Understanding during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2026, reinforcing public-private collaboration in support of Green Economy priorities.

The MoU was signed by H.E. Saeed Al Tayer, Chairman of the World Green Economy Organization, and Sammy Bousaba, Chairman of AmCham Dubai.

The signing ceremony, held during WGS 2026, was attended by Robert Raines, US Consul General for Dubai and the Northern Emirates, along with board members of both organizations.

The partnership establishes a structured framework to connect American private-sector expertise with WGEO’s platforms, enabling policy dialogue, market-relevant initiatives, and cross-border collaboration across WGEO’s international network.

2016 was not just a year, it was a starting point.
As part of the 2016 throwback trend, we’re looking back to where the journey began.
On 5 October 2016, the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) was launched by the United Arab Emirates Government represented by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, during the World Green Economy Summit in Dubai with a clear vision: to create a global platform that advances dialogue, cooperation, and practical action towards a green, low-carbon, and climate-resilient future.
Just weeks later, the UAE became the first country to join WGEO, followed by the global announcement at COP22 in Marrakech, positioning WGEO as a bridge between governments, international organizations, the private sector, and society at large.
In November 2016, the vision received global recognition, as the United Nations Secretary-General commended the UAE’s leadership and the establishment of WGEO as a mechanism to accelerate progress toward global climate and development goals.
Looking back matters because it reminds us why we started, what we set out to build, and the responsibility that comes with carrying a global mandate forward.
From 2016 to today, the purpose remains the same: turning vision into action, and dialogue into impact.

The World Green Economy Organization participated in the 16th Session of the IRENA Assembly, with the delegation led by H.E. Abdulrahim Sultan, Director General of the Organization.

The delegation took part in the Assembly proceedings and the official opening ceremony, contributing to high-level discussions on accelerating the global transition toward inclusive and resilient green economies.

On the sidelines of the Assembly, WGEO conducted a series of bilateral meetings with government representatives, international organizations, and key stakeholders, focusing on strengthening international cooperation, advancing policy dialogue, and identifying opportunities for collaboration in support of the global green economy agenda.

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Get to know how 93 countries work together on the Global Green Transition.
This overview highlights how GAGE serves as a WGEO-coordinated platform that enables shared policy guidance, technical cooperation, knowledge exchange, and structured engagement among participating countries.
The outline features:
• The Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE): its purpose and role
• New participants joining the platform
• Key areas of support and enablement under GAGE
• The global reach of the Alliance across 93 countries
• Regular quarterly engagements among participating countries
• Ministerial-level cooperation during WGES
• Alignment between GAGE and the WGEO Cities Platform

United Action for Green Transition.
Building on strengthened multilateral cooperation, inclusive engagement, and capacity development, WGEO continues to support countries and stakeholders in advancing coherent pathways toward a green and resilient economy.
Swipe through to explore key milestones across our country engagements, city platforms, strategic partnerships, and global initiatives.
Together, we are contributing to collective efforts to foster a more sustainable, equitable, and future-ready world.

The World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) is pleased to announce its participation in the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), the world’s highest-level decision-making body on the environment.

Our engagement will be preceded by the Seventh Meeting of the Open-Ended Committee of Permanent Representatives (OECPR-7), taking place from 1 to 5 December 2025, where member states will negotiate resolutions and shape the agenda leading to UNEA-7.

WGEO’s participation underscores our commitment to supporting global dialogue on environmental governance, accelerating the transition to a green economy and strengthening international cooperation to advance sustainable development.

We look forward to contributing to the discussions, sharing our work with member countries and collaborating with partners to drive impactful climate action and green economic transformation.

We welcome institutions, governments and partners interested in collaborating with WGEO during UNEA-7 to connect with our team and explore joint engagement opportunities.

Together, we move forward toward a resilient, inclusive and sustainable green future.

This past week, the Seventh Meeting of the Open-Ended Committee of Permanent Representatives (OECPR‑7) successfully concluded, paving the way for UNEA‑7. As the preparatory platform for UNEA, OECPR‑7 negotiated and forwarded a robust package of draft resolutions and decisions on key environmental priorities, including:

* Circular economy, chemicals and waste management and sustainable minerals and metals
* Climate resilience and nature-based solutions
* Environmental governance, AI and sustainability and youth engagement
* Institutional strengthening of UNEP and strategic planning for 2026–2029

These outcomes are critical in shaping global frameworks for sustainability, green economy and climate action, which directly align with WGEO’s mission of supporting member states in accelerating the transition to a green economy.

As UNEA‑7 approaches, WGEO looks forward to engaging with partners and member states to translate these international commitments into concrete local and regional action, including advancing carbon-neutral cities, fostering sustainable investment and enabling innovative green solutions.

Together, we continue to strengthen collaboration, share knowledge and drive tangible impact for a sustainable green future.

Insights from the Negotiation Halls – Day 10
Day 10 discussions focused on strengthening adaptation finance and ensuring alignment between global metrics and the means required to achieve them. The evolving decision text reflects growing convergence on the importance of coherence, capacity, and long-term resilience.
WGEO closes its pavilion presence at COP30 with appreciation for the dialogue and cooperation that shaped this week’s progress.

Under the theme “Women’s Leadership and Inclusive Green Innovation for Climate-Resilient Economies,” today’s discussions at the WGEO Pavilion (B27) explore how gender-responsive climate action, equitable access to opportunities, and community-driven innovation can accelerate a just and effective transition.
Join us in the Blue Zone – Belém as leaders, practitioners, and partners convene to advance dialogue, collaboration, and United Action for a Green Transition.

Insights from the Negotiation Halls – Day 9
Negotiators advanced work on the draft decision text, including elements related to critical minerals, trade, and just transition provisions. While positions remain varied, the discussions reflect growing recognition of the systemic nature of the transition.
WGEO remains engaged in supporting partners as negotiations move toward consensus and implementation.

Day 9 at COP30 highlighted the interconnected challenges shaping climate-resilient societies from food systems and water security to gender equality and inclusive economic opportunity.
Discussions at the WGEO Pavilion brought forward perspectives on how climate action must be rooted in equity, community leadership, and sustainable resource management to deliver meaningful impact on the ground.
The exchanges emphasized a shared understanding: resilient futures depend on strengthening food and water systems, amplifying women’s leadership, and ensuring that no community is left behind in the green transition.
The dialogue continues in the Blue Zone – Belém, as we advance United Action for a Green Transition.