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COP31 – UN Climate Change Conference 2026

Antalya, Turkey

COP31, the 31st session of the UN Climate Change Conference under the UNFCCC, will be held at the Antalya Expo Center in Turkiye. Bringing together governments, international organisations, NGOs, and stakeholders, the conference advances global negotiations on climate mitigation, adaptation, and finance, and serves as a key marker for the climate priorities shaping urban and infrastructure investment.

Swiss Smart City Summit / Smart Cities & Sport Summit 2026

Lausanne, Switzerland

Organised by the Smart Cities & Sport network, the Lausanne summit brings together city leaders, sports organisations, innovators, and researchers to explore how sport and urban innovation intersect. The 2026 edition will address urban digital twins, data-driven decision systems, and inclusive public spaces, with a thematic focus on sport as a social contract and a testing ground for broader urban solutions.

Slush 2026

Helsinki, Finland

Slush is one of Europe's most influential startup events, founder-led and held annually in Helsinki. The 2026 edition brings together founders, investors, and operators for two days of pitching, matchmaking, and high-density networking, with a strong focus on deeptech, climate, and ambitious early-stage companies.