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Overview
Taking place from 7–9 July 2026 in Lugano, the summit is organised by the ESG Center of Excellence and co-organised by the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI). The programme begins with a boat trip on Lake Lugano on 7 July, followed by the ESG Meets Blockchain Summit & Awards on 8 July and the main summit programme on 9 July.
The event is designed as a platform for opinion leaders and senior decision-makers to share initiatives, discuss emerging challenges, and explore opportunities arising from the intersection of ESG, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and blockchain technologies. Participants are expected from across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, reflecting the summit’s international scope.
Key Themes
The 2026 programme focuses on how blockchain technologies can contribute to sustainable development, responsible finance, education, governance, and community-building initiatives. Key themes include:
Sustainable finance and impact investing
Decarbonisation and environmental risk management
Blockchain applications for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Education, skills development, and digital credentials
Infrastructure, community building, and data sovereignty
Human dignity, digital governance, and artificial intelligence
ESG innovation and responsible technology adoption
The future relationship between ESG frameworks and blockchain ecosystems
The summit also features keynote presentations, panel discussions, and award sessions involving policymakers, academics, business leaders, and recognised experts from the ESG, sustainability, finance, and blockchain sectors. Confirmed participants include Sir Christopher Pissarides, recipient of the 2010 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences, and Daron Acemoglu, recipient of the 2024 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences, alongside public officials, university representatives, sustainability leaders, and industry practitioners.
Registration & Participation
The summit offers multiple attendance options, including half-day passes, one-day passes, full summit passes, and packages that include access to the awards ceremony. Discounted rates are available for students and NGO/NPO representatives. For more details, visit the official event website.
