The Green Events and Innovations Conference Returns for Its 18th Edition
The 18th edition of the Green Events and Innovations Conference (GEI18), returns to the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on Tuesday, 24th February 2026.
GEI is the foremost conference for event sustainability – we bring together the brightest minds to tackle the most poignant and pressing topics relating to event sustainability, climate change, and social action. In partnership with the world’s leading platform for the live music and entertainment sector, the International Live Music Conference (ILMC), GEI18 is sponsored by the world's first green energy company Ecotricity, AEG and The O2.
Our conference includes a programme jam-packed with engaging talks, panels, discussions, and case studies from music and sporting events; a climate-friendly lunch, refreshments throughout the day, and closing drinks. Delegates enjoy second-to-none networking opportunities in the event sustainability space; access to the International AGF Awards, celebrating the best in class for event and venue sustainability; and for the first time, free access to Soho Calling, the music showcase event organised by ILMC.
Topics already slated for discussion at GEI18 include extreme weather and operational impacts; energy; clean water and air; green touring; culture for social change and climate action; boycotts, bans, and lawsuits; and the role of events and culture in countering rising polarisation and intolerance in society by deepening connections.
Claire O’Neill, AGF CEO & Co-Founder
“People come together at GEI to speak freely, discuss the most important issues impacting our sector, our lives, and our planet – and to be inspired. In the 18 years GEI has been running, we’ve seen an evolution in awareness and understanding of our sector’s impact and our potential. We’re very much looking forward to bringing the community together again in February ’26. The sharing of experiences, ideas, and innovations at GEI helps us to maintain our cool even while the temperatures keeps rising.”
Applications are now open for The Quick-Fire Innovation Round, a firm favourite on the GEI programme that gives a selection of delegates the chance to pitch their innovative solution or product to future clients and peers. Apply here.
Once the conference segment of GEI is complete, we round off the day with the International AGF Awards 2026, sponsored by Skydiamond, in which we celebrate the most innovative and greenest events, venues, organisations, and individuals from across the globe over the last 12 months. The awards span ten categories, including the prestigious International Greener Festival Award, which is this year sponsored by Earth Positive Future.
GEI always features a stellar cast of outstanding speakers, with previous participants including: Brian Eno, Moby, Blaine Harrisson (Mystery Jets), Carly McLachlan (Tyndall Centre), Dale Vince OBE (Ecotricity / Grid Faeries), Danielle Magalhaes (Secretariat to the Climate Framework at UNFCCC), Dr Clair Barnes (World Weather Attribution / Imperial College London), Erik Distler (AEG), Greg Cochrane (journalist and broadcaster), Jacob Collier, Madame Gandhi, Minister for Climate Kerry McCarthy (MP Bristol East), Cathy Runciman (EarthPercent), and artist Declan McKenna.
GEI is our flagship event and is organised in partnership with the world’s leading platform for the live music and entertainment sector, the International Live Music Conference (ILMC).
More Details:
GEI18 will take place on Tuesday, 24th February 2026, the day before ILMC, at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in Central London.
Why you shouldn’t miss it:
Discussions: Explore the latest solutions & innovations for a greener event sector
Talks: Learn from inspiring industry leaders & pioneers
Networking: Connect & collaborate with sustainability experts & sector movers and shakers
Celebrate: Raise a glass to colleagues & green champions at the International AGF Awards
Food & Drink: Enjoy a delicious planet-friendly 5* lunch, refreshments & a final party alongside ILMC delegates**
Tickets
Super Early-Bird tickets are available at a discounted rate, saving you £80 off the regular walk-up price. The super early bird ticket tier was introduced to help ease the costs during the cost of living crisis.
This offer ends on 26th September, so act fast to secure your spot and save!
GEI18 is kindly supported by a range of sponsors and partners, all of whom are continuing their longstanding commitment to a greener events sector.
If you have a company, product, or service that you’d like to showcase, or if you’d simply like to learn more about GEI18 – including the latest updates, panels, speakers, and downloadable decks – please visit our GEI18 webpage for all the details.
