ESGNext Awards & Conference, Barcelona Spain 2027

An academic and industry-focused conference on ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) strategy, sustainable finance, regulation, and reporting. The event highlights cutting-edge research, corporate case studies, and policy developments, culminating in the ESGNext Awards recognizing outstanding organizations and leaders in sustainability. Core themes & trending topics: • ESG strategy, governance, and corporate sustainability • Sustainable and transition finance • Climate risk, disclosure, and reporting (CSRD, SFDR, ISSB) • Social sustainability: diversity, equity, human rights, and community impact • Role of technology and data in ESG (AI, analytics, digital reporting) • Biodiversity, nature-positive strategies, and ecosystem services • Just transition and decarbonization pathways • ESG in supply chains and responsible business conduct Award categories (examples): ESG Leader of the Year; Best ESG Research & Innovation; Outstanding Corporate ESG Program; Sustainable Finance Initiative of the Year; Rising Star in ESG (Early-Career Researcher / Leader). Organised by Next Business Media. Venue to be confirmed (academic conference venue in Barcelona). We are looking for keynote speakers (30 min), panellists and moderators (40 min panels), thought leaders and awardees, and academic speakers for oral presentations and poster sessions.