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— A global gathering · 5th edition

PlanetiersWorld GatheringA global platform for sustainability, regeneration & cooperation.

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21–23 October 2026/Guimarães · Portugal/European Green Capital 2026
— The gathering

Three days. One global platform. From dialogue to action.

Planetiers World Gathering is a three-day international gathering designed to move critical sustainability challenges from strategic dialogue into partnerships, investment and implementation.

Across closed-door sessions, plenary conversations and cross-sector collaboration, decision-makers align priorities and build initiatives intended to continue beyond the event.

Who convenes
  • Governments
  • Investors
  • Business leaders
  • Innovators
  • Institutions
— Host city · European Green Capital 2026

Guimarães. European Green Capital 2026.

In 2026, Guimarães holds the European Green Capital title — the same year Planetiers World Gathering brings its fifth edition to the city. A historic territory, a European milestone and a global platform for regeneration, innovation and cooperation.

Aerial view of Guimarães at blue hour
Host city
Guimarães, Portugal
— Voices · 2026 speakers

The people shaping our present and future.

Public leaders, scientists, investors, industrial leaders and innovators working across the systems defining the next decade.

More speakers announced progressively.

— The 3-day journey

Connect. Inspire. Activate.

Three days designed to connect leaders, inspire collaboration and activate concrete action.

Day 01 · Reception and Meetings21 October

Building relationships, identifying shared priorities and establishing the foundations for collaboration.

  • 10h – 12h

    Institutional and Bilateral B2B and B2G Meetings

    Premium access only
  • 13h

    International Delegations Lunch & Network

    Premium access only
  • 15h – 17h

    Sectoral Task Forces

    Premium access only
  • 18h

    Fashion Showcase

    Premium access only
  • 19h30

    Dinner & Networking

    Premium access only

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— Thematic systems

Six critical systems shaping the regenerative decade.

Every conversation, keynote, workshop and partnership throughout the three-day programme contributes to one or more interconnected systems.

  • Energy
    S1

    Energy

    Just transition, clean generation and resilient grids.

  • Water
    S2

    Water

    Scarcity, quality, ecosystems and industrial reuse.

  • Food Security
    S3

    Food Security

    Regenerative agriculture, resilience and supply chains.

  • AI & Cities of the Future
    S4

    AI & Cities of the Future

    Intelligent infrastructure, mobility and urban systems.

  • Circular Economy
    S5

    Circular Economy

    Materials, industry and regenerative value chains.

  • Textiles
    S6

    Textiles

    Fibres, traceability and the future of fashion.

— Registration & passes

Two ways to join. One gathering.

Every pass includes the full three-day journey. Choose the level of access that matches your role in the gathering.

Conference access

Free Registration

Free

Subject to availability · prior registration required.

For professionals, entrepreneurs, students and citizens who want to be part of the Planetiers movement and follow the main conference day.

  • Impact Stage conferences · 22 October
  • Talks, keynotes and panels with national and international speakers
  • Content across sustainability, regeneration, innovation and cooperation
  • General event experience & atmosphere
  • Attendee credential

Not included: Speakers Lounge · taskforces / workshops · Day 3 institutional moments.

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Conference + Speakers Lounge

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Limited access

For leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and institutional partners who want to turn inspiration into contact, relationship and opportunity.

  • 1 pass · Textile Innovation Showcase & Cocktail — 21 October
  • Impact Stage conferences — 22 October
  • Speakers Lounge access — networking with speakers, partners and delegations
  • Lounge hospitality & coffee break moments
  • Partner credential
  • 1 pass · Official Dinner — 22 October

Curated bilateral meetings and workshop / taskforce participation can be arranged separately.

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  • Access to Day 2 · The Conference
    Free✓
    Premium✓
  • Impact Stage · keynotes & panels
    Free✓
    Premium✓
  • General event experience
    Free✓
    Premium✓
  • Participant credential
    FreeAttendee
    PremiumPartner
  • Speakers Lounge
    Free×
    Premium✓
  • Networking with speakers & partners
    Free×
    Premium✓
  • Lounge & coffee break
    Free×
    Premium✓
  • Textile Innovation Showcase & Cocktail · 21 Oct
    Free×
    Premium1 pass
  • Official Dinner · 22 Oct
    Free×
    Premium1 pass
  • Taskforces / workshops
    Free×
    PremiumOn request
  • Curated bilateral meetings
    Free×
    PremiumOn request
— Why Planetiers

Not just an event. An impact ecosystem.

The gathering is designed around six forces that turn three days of exchange into relationships, partnerships and initiatives that can continue beyond the event.

Six interconnected forces shape what happens during — and long after — the gathering.

01

Executive Education

Programs that equip leaders and institutions with the tools to navigate the regenerative transition.

02

Public-Private Partnerships

Catalyzing structural alliances between governments, corporations and civil society.

03

Investment Raising

A trusted venue where capital meets the most ambitious sustainability ventures.

04

Innovation Ecosystems

Connecting research, startups, corporates and policy in tangible collaboration.

05

Sustainability Literacy

Building shared language and shared standards across sectors and borders.

06

Global Cooperation

An open platform for international dialogue and coordinated action.

Leaf with circuitry, regeneration meets technology
— Statement

“Planetiers exists to turn intention into infrastructure — and conversation into measurable, regenerative outcomes.”

— Previous editions · Videos

Four editions of gathering the future.

A visual archive of the momentum behind Planetiers World Gathering — highlights, declarations and voices from previous editions.

— Global ecosystem

A living alliance across continents.

Global infrastructure and continuity beyond the three-day event — connecting territories, institutions, investors and innovators from Portugal to the USA, the Brazil Hub, UAE and Africa.

  • PortugalHQ
    Planetiers HQ · Europe
  • USA
    North America hub
  • Brazil Hub
    South America hub
  • Europe
    Strategic partners
  • UAE
    Middle East hub
  • Africa
    Emerging hub
— Partners & sponsors

An alliance of institutions building the regenerative decade.

Joining the gathering means joining a multilateral, multi-sector coalition.
Organizers
Planetiers logoCity of Guimarães logoLab Paisagem logoGuimarães 2026 logo
Sponsors
Grupo Bel logo
Partners
Marfa Advisors logoBrandline logoMovin logo
Planetiers New Generation logo
INSURE Hub logoOlisipo Way logoEcoMood Portugal logo
AEG
Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet logoVenga logo
— The invitation

Join the conversations that become action.

The next decade of regenerative transformation will be shaped by those willing to collaborate beyond borders. Join the leaders, innovators and institutions building what comes next.

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