Welcome to the EUROPEAN CLIMATE SUMMIT 2026
8th edition
To kick off our 8th Annual Regional Climate Summit Series of this year, we at IETA look forward to welcoming delegates this Spring to our flagship European Climate Summit (ECS) 2026, taking place 21-23 April 2026 at Llotja de Mar in Barcelona, Spain.
As Europe steps into a decisive phase for its climate and industrial transition, carbon markets are emerging as the backbone of a more connected, competitive, and climate-resilient economy. ECS 2026 will bring together high-level stakeholders to explore how next-generation carbon pricing can drive ambition, unlock innovation, and strengthen cooperation across borders and sectors.
The Summit will examine the transformative policy milestones reshaping
the European and global landscape – from the launch of ETS2 and the evolution of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) to the upcoming revision of the EU ETS and the integration of digital tools for transparency and market integrity. Sessions will also look ahead to how European leadership can align with international efforts to scale voluntary and compliance markets, foster industrial decarbonisation, and link systems globally.
Be part of the conversation driving the next phase of carbon market evolution.
Join us at ECS to engage with policymakers, business leaders, and climate market pioneers who are shaping the future of carbon markets. Organised by IETA, ECS is an in-person event.
Daily Snapshot
Summit Sessions, Side Events, Member & Invite only meetings
Summit Sessions, Side Events, IETA Nightcap Party
Summit Sessions, Side Events
THIS YEAR’S SUMMIT PROGRAM WILL EXPLORE KEY MARKET DEVELOPMENTS, AND INCLUDE TOPICS THAT WILL BE SHARED SHORTLY
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Global carbon pricing outlook
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Emissions Trading in Road Transport and Buildings sectors (ETS2)
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The role of emissions trading to deliver net-zero targets
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CBAM, preparations for the compliance phase
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Markets for engineered and nature-based carbon removals
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EU ETS & Market Stability Reserve Review
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VCM and Claims
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Next steps for CORSIA
MORE INFORMATION
Summit venue:
TBA
will be announced soon
Start:
21 April 2025
End:
23 April 2025
BE VISIBLE AS A PARTNER SPONSOR
BEEN SEEN – BE HEARD – BE ACTIVE!
As part of this year’s European Climate Summit (ECS) we are delighted to offer a limited number of partner sponsor packages, allocated on a first come first served bases. These provide branding and visibility opportunities, delegate passes, private meeting room access, exhibition
spaces located at the heart of ECS in the ‘Carbon Market Lounge’, the possibility to host your own side event session, and invitations to exclusive social events. You can choose from a range of opportunities detailed HERE [link will be provided].
For more information, please contact events@ieta.org
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Platinum Sponsor € 20’000 (limited availability)
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Gold Sponsor € 12’500 (limited availability)b
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Silver Sponsor € 7’000
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Bronze Sponsor € 4’000
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Nightcap Sponsor € 5’000
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Wifi Sponsor € 5'000
PARTICIPATE AS A DELEGATE
Be part of the conversation driving the next phase of carbon market evolution! Registration is open until April 23rd, 2026
Simply click HERE [link to be provided] to secure your delegate pass.
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Delegate Pass - Standard Rate : € 899
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Delegate Pass - Discounted Rate for IETA Members, NGOs, Governments & Academia : € 699
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Press & Media : Free of charge – Contact Badr Maallem to get registered, maallem@ieta.org
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Nightcap Reception Ticket: € 89
NIGHTCAP PARTY on April 22nd! Make sure to purchase your tickets required for entrance HERE [link will be provided]. (limited availability!)
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Interested in being a partner sponsor, please contact Lisa Spafford: spafford@ieta.org
Sponsorship opportunities available HERE [link will be provided soon].
Attend as a delegate, please contact the IETA events team: events@ieta.org
For Media Participation, please contact Badr Maallem: maallem@ieta.org