CIBSE MENA Decarbonisation Conference 2026
The CIBSE MENA Decarbonisation Conference 2026, taking place on 27 October 2026 in Dubai, will bring together government representatives, developers, asset owners, consultants, engineers, technology providers and industry leaders to explore practical pathways towards net zero across the Middle East.
Under the theme “Delivering Measurable, Investable and Resilient Net-Zero Buildings for the Middle East”, the conference will focus on turning ambition into measurable action across net-zero asset strategies, resilient cooling, whole-life carbon, circularity, digital decarbonisation, AI, data centres and sustainable growth.
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Conference Programme
| Time | Session | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 - 08:40 | Registration & Net Zero Solutions Exchange | Networking, exhibition and verified performance insights. |
| 08:40 - 09:30 | Opening Plenary: From Regional Ambition to Implementable Action | Policy, disclosure, market transformation and practical delivery. |
| 09:30 - 10:10 | Executive Panel: Net Zero as an Asset Strategy | Carbon, capital, long-term value and performance risk. |
| 10:10 - 10:25 | Evidence Spotlight: What Does High Performance Look Like? | Regional case study with measured outcomes and lessons learned. |
| 10:25 - 10:50 | Networking Break: Meet the Challenge Owners | Connect with government and developer representatives. |
| 10:50 - 11:50 | Session 2: Cooling a Hotter and More Resilient Middle East | Comfort, carbon, water, district cooling, refrigerants and extreme heat. |
| 11:50 - 12:45 | Session 3: Whole-Life Carbon, Circularity & Responsible Specification | Embodied carbon, circularity and carbon budgets in design. |
| 12:45 - 13:45 | Networking Lunch: The Decarbonisation Marketplace | Innovation pitches, Future Talent, Knowledge Hub and case studies. |
| 13:45 - 14:45 | Session 4: Digital Decarbonisation | AI, digital twins, autonomous performance, data and accountability. |
| 14:45 - 15:45 | Session 5: Decarbonising Growth Sectors | Data centres, districts, infrastructure and major developments. |
| 15:45 - 16:05 | Networking Break: One Solution, One Outcome | Practical solutions addressing industry priorities. |
| 16:05 - 16:55 | Closing Plenary: The 2030 Delivery Challenge | Government and industry priorities for measurable action towards 2030. |
| 16:55 - 17:00 | Closing Remarks | Launch of the CIBSE MENA Decarbonisation Action Note 2026. |
Who Should Attend?
Government | Developers | Asset Owners | Consultants | Engineers | Contractors | Technology Providers | Sustainability Professionals | Future Talent
Connect. Challenge. Collaborate. Deliver.
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Delivering Measurable, Investable and Resilient Net-Zero Buildings for the Middle East
SHAPE THE FUTURE | 2026
Be part of the 2026 CIBSE MENA Decarbonisation Conference on 27 October. Whether you want to share your expertise, showcase your organisation, or support the conversation, there is an opportunity for you to get involved.
