Science Summit

The Science Summit is a global platform that brings together leaders from science, policy, industry, and civil society to address the world’s most urgent and interconnected global challenges. It highlights the power of science, technology, and innovation (STI) to contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to guide solutions for the emerging post-SDG challenges that will define the next era of global development. Held annually in New York alongside the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the Summit serves as a multi-stakeholder forum for dialogue, collaboration, and evidence-based policymaking. It showcases how scientific knowledge can inform global governance and sustainable development, helping translate international commitments — such as the UN Pact for the Future, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and the Financing for Development process — into concrete action. The Science Summit also connects these global objectives with the European Union’s science and innovation agenda, including the European Green Deal, Horizon Europe, and preparations for the next EU Framework Programme (FP10). By aligning international and European initiatives, the Summit promotes strategic cooperation, science diplomacy, and investment in knowledge-driven solutions that advance a regenerative, equitable, and sustainable future for all.