planet:tech provides a global meeting point to explore technology and the environment.
Environmental activists and tech giants discuss sustainability, green tech and the fight against climate change.
At planet:tech, we explore the scientific, business and cultural impacts of climate change – from carbon removal and plant-based R&D to investment, innovation and a new wave of activism.
Your Web Summit Rio ticket gives you access to all masterclasses and roundtables at the event, as well as to talks on planet:tech and 15-plus other tracks.
“We’re on a highway to climate hell with our foot on the accelerator”, according to UN secretary-general António Guterres. But are companies doing enough, and are they taking carbon emissions seriously? Activists, shareholders and Fortune 500s discuss the carbon economy, divestment and more.
Energy prices and carbon emissions are constantly rising. Dive into the solutions set to transform the sector – from solar, wind and hydro to geothermal and biomass. What will the world’s energy mix be in 2030, and what alternatives could be part of the solution?
With rainforest destruction, mass extinction, overfarming and overfishing, catastrophic climate change has already claimed many lives and caused mass migration. Is the one and a half degree warming target unattainable? Can we avoid catastrophe? And how can we act to save Earth and its ecosystems?
The UN Sustainable Development Goals are a blueprint for a more equitable society. But are they achievable? And are companies aligning with them for marketing purposes or genuine accountability? Can technology speed up the climate race and make these goals globally accessible?
– Taira Mehta, Student Innovator, The Knowledge Society
– António Guterres, Secretary General, United Nations
– Helena Gualinga, Indigenous Youth Collective
An exploration of the world’s energy dynamics, Energy gathers experts for a thorough examination of the entire landscape – an examination that transcends the confines of traditional and renewable sectors, and illuminates the path to a diverse and sustainable future.
Immerse yourself in the insights and wisdom of global leaders, gain a competitive edge in your industry, and be at the forefront of the AI revolution.
How will technology help us lead healthier and longer lives? The people redefining health join the world’s leading medtech companies to answer this question.
Explore the burgeoning world of Web3. Understand the critical intersection of security, regulations, and cross-industry blockchain applications. As Web3 matures more in 2024, the world awaits to see a more sustainable business model.
