ChangeNOW 2026

ChangeNOW 2026 takes place March 30–April 1, 2026, at the Grand Palais in Paris, France, bringing together 40,000 participants from 10,000 companies and 1,200 investors, alongside policymakers, municipal leaders, scientists, and civil society representatives. This global innovation summit showcases approximately 1,000 solutions addressing environmental and social challenges through integrated thematic tracks spanning biodiversity conservation, climate action, circular economy principles, renewable energy systems, sustainable food and agriculture, ocean and water management, green urbanization, social inclusion, education innovation, technology-for-good initiatives, new economic models, artificial intelligence applications for impact, governance frameworks, and behavioral change strategies. Organized by international partners working in collaboration with municipal leadership and the City of Paris, the event serves as a major convening platform connecting innovators, investors, companies, media organizations, and cities to join forces in identifying and scaling solutions to the greatest environmental and social challenges of the 21st century.