EST. 1998
TURNING AMBITION
INTO IMPACT
The UK’s original and most trusted sustainable business event
Returning to London’s Business Design Centre in April 2027, edie 27 is the UK’s longest-running sustainability event, delivered by a certified B Corp.
As the flagship live experience from edie — the award-winning platform for sustainable business insight — it brings together a community built over 26 years, connecting sustainability and business leaders through the ideas, partnerships and practical action shaping what comes next.
TWO DAYS
1,000
opportunities to connect, collaborate and act
87%
of attendees leave with clear next steps
26
years shaping the sustainable business agenda
2027 EDITION
THE NEXT PHASE OF SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
The next wave of sustainable business is already here — defined by resilience, efficiency and growth. edie 27 is where that shift takes shape.
As sustainability becomes embedded across organisations — from boardroom strategy to finance, procurement, supply chain and communications — edie 27 brings together the people, partners and practical solutions turning it into a driver of resilience, efficiency and long-term growth.
INSPIRE BY 'MUTIRÃO'
...the spirit of collective climate action at COP30, edie 27 puts meaningful collaboration at the heart of the experience.
Mutirão
[noun] /muʧi'ɾɐ̃ʊ̃
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A Brazilian Portuguese term for a collective, voluntary effort where a community unites to accomplish a significant task.
NEW FOR 2027:
BUILT FOR ACTION
New feature formats — including edie Circles, edie Forums and edie Connect — move the experience beyond passive listening into focused discussion, structured problem-solving and meaningful relationship-building
edie Circles
edie Circles
Brings small groups together to tackle shared business challenges through focused, facilitated discussion and clear, practical outputs.
edie Forums
edie Forums
Gives organisations the opportunity to convene curated audiences around pressing, business-critical sustainability themes.
edie Connect
edie Connect
Introduces curated one-to-one meetings, helping decision-makers and solution providers have more targeted, high-value conversations.
edie Extra podcast
edie Extra podcast
edie’s award-winning editorial content, brought to life on the show floor. Expect real conversations and live discussions tackling today’s most pressing challenges.
Dragons’ Den
Dragons’ Den
A platform for organisations to showcase ideas, technologies and solutions in a fast-paced, high-impact format designed to spark interest and conversation.
NEW FOR 2027:
FOUR FOCUSED ZONES
edie 27 is built around four themed zones — bringing together practical content, collaborative formats and the tools, technologies and partnerships driving progress.
Climate Resilience & Nature
Climate Resilience & Nature
As climate risk intensifies and nature loss accelerates, resilience is becoming a core business priority. The Climate Resilience & Nature Zone brings together the leaders and innovators helping organisations respond – from climate adaptation and resilient supply chains to biodiversity, nature-based solutions and sustainable finance.
Energy
Energy
With pressure rising to cut costs, improve efficiency and strengthen energy security, energy strategy is now a critical commercial priority. The Energy Zone connects organisations with the innovators delivering renewable power, electrification, efficiency upgrades and low-carbon transport solutions.
Reporting & Communications
Reporting & Communications
As scrutiny grows, organisations must communicate sustainability with clarity and credibility. The Reporting & Communications Zone brings together the experts and tools helping businesses strengthen reporting, unlock better data, engage stakeholders and stay ahead of evolving regulation.
Circularity
Circularity
Circular thinking is moving firmly into the mainstream. The Circularity Zone showcases the innovators helping organisations redesign products, processes and supply chains – from waste reduction and packaging to circular business models and smarter resource use.
WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT...
FOCUSED ON OUTCOMES
The right event should do more than inspire — it should move you forward.
edie 27 brings together sustainability professionals, corporates and innovators to focus on what’s working, tackle real challenges, and leave with practical solutions they can apply immediately
“More practical and actionable than similar events.”
— edie 26 attendee
“One of the best conferences I’ve attended.”
— edie 26 attendee
“Everything felt relevant — people were sharing what they’ve actually done, not just what they plan to do.”
— edie 26 attendee
“Very practical and inspiring — I’m leaving with actions I can implement.”
— edie 26 attendee
“It’s the best in the business"
— edie 26 attendee
*Verbatim feedback from the edie 2026 attendee survey. Some responses are anonymous at the respondent’s request.
INSIGHTS YOU CAN TRUST
EDITORIALLY-LED
edie 27 is shaped by an award-winning editorial team, cutting through the noise to focus on what really matters.
Backed by an expert advisory board of industry leaders, the agenda reflects real-world challenges, emerging trends and what businesses need to move forward - now.