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THE WORLD’S LARGEST EVENT OF SOLUTIONS FOR THE PLANET
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10th Anniversary
Join the Most Historic Edition of changeNOW
Join us on 26-28 April 2027 at the iconic Grand Palais in Paris for the most impactful event for the planet!
ChangeNOW is where global leaders, investors, and innovators connect to turn vision into systemic action.
More than just an event, ChangeNOW is an experience to be lived, a real dive into a sustainable world.
1,000
SOLUTIONS
10,000
COMPANIES
40,000
ATTENDEES
500+
MEDIAS
140
COUNTRIES
1,400
INVESTORS
Meet the visionary voices of past ChangeNOW editions
Mary Robinson
President of Ireland & Climate Justice Advocate
Natalie Portman
Academy award-winning actress, director, author, activist, and producer
Rob Hopkins
Founder of the Transition Movement & Sustainability Visionary
Jane Goodall
World-Renowned Primatologist and Conservationist
Vandana Shiva
Environmentalist and Advocate for Sustainable Agriculture
Kate Raworth
Economist and Creator of Doughnut Economics
Satish Kumar
Spiritual Ecology Pioneer & Founder of Schumacher College
Melissa Fleming
Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications
HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco
Sovereign Prince of Monaco
Benoit Bazin
Chairman and CEO of Saint-Gobain
Catherine Macgregor
CEO, Engie
Paul Polman
Former CEO of Unilever and co-author of Net Positive
Ezgi Barcenas
Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, L’Oreal Group
Gauthier Acket
Partner, Head of Global ESG, KPMG International
Christel Heydemann
CEO, Orange
Sebastien Bazin
Chairman & CEO, Accor
Ilham Kadri
CEO, Syensqo
Marie-Claire Daveu
Chief Sustainability and Institutional Affairs Officer
Kering
Julie Chapon
Co-founder and CEO of Yuka
Kidus Asfaw
Co-founder of Kubik & Circular Economy Innovator
Lucie Bash
Co-founder Too Good to Go, Poppins
Christian Kroll
Founder and CEO of Ecosia
Marjolein Albers
CEO, Justdiggit
Karsten Hirsch
CEO, Plastic Fischer
Alice Barbe
Co-founder and board member of SINGA
Kotchakorn Voraakhom
Founder and CEO, Landprocess
Roberta Annan
Founder of African Fashion Found
Captain Paul Watson
Founder of Sea Shepherd & Ocean Conservationist
Chief Raoni
Indigenous Brazilian leader and environmentalist
Alexandra Cousteau
Ocean Conservationist and Founder of Oceans 2050
Cyril Dion
Award Winning Filmmaker & Environmental Activist
Luisa Neubauer
Climate justice activist, Lead organizer of Fridays for Future
Hugo Clément
Journalist, Producer, France Télévisions, Éditions Fayard
Prasiddhi Singh
Young Environmentalist, Author and Founder
Clover Hogan
Environmentalist and Advocate for Sustainable Agriculture
Helena Gualinga
Indigenous Rights Activist
Emmanuel Macron
President of France
Laurence Tubiana
Climate Change Ambassador for the COP21, President and CEO
Christiana Figueres
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Justin Trudeau
Former Prime Minister of Canada
Ana Toni
CEO of COP30 & Vice Minister for Climate Change
Laurent Fabius
Former President of the Constitutional Council, France
Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak
IUCN President
Simon Stiell
UNFCCC, Executive Secretary
Alain Richard Donwahi
President of UNCCD COP15
Diana Ürge-Vorsatz
Climate Scientist & IPCC Vice-Chair
Timothée Parrique
Researcher in Ecological Economics, University of Lausanne
Valérie Masson Delmotte
CEA Research Director, Laboratory for climate and environmental sciences, Paris Saclay
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Jean-Marc Jancovici
Founding Partner, Carbone 4
Heïdi Sevestre
Glaciologist
Johan Rockström
Director, Postdam Institute for Climate Impact Research
Patricia Espinosa
Founding Partner and CEO, onepoint5 consulting
Kumi Naidoo
President, Fossil Fuel Non-Proflifaration treaty Initiative
Sandrine Dixson-Declève
Honorary President of the Club of Rome, Chair of Earth4All, Founder, System Transformation Hub
Be part of the change
ChangeNOW is more than a summit: it is an accelerator for global climate solutions. Join thousands of changemakers, investors, and leaders uniting in Paris to turn ambition into systemic action
Three days of action, impact and collective momentum.
Discover and try hundreds of solutions
Grouped into thematics zones – agriculture, cities, circular economy, biodiversity, etc. – hundreds of solutions are on displays, ready to be discovered. They have all been selected for their ability to respond to major environmental or social challenges, their strong positive impact and their potential to be deployed on a large scale.
Be inspired by the leaders of change
ChangeNOW is the result of a year of editorial preparation and the mobilization of 500+ global leaders of change allowing you to address the major issues of our century and the concrete actions to be taken to build a sustainable world.
Network and learn from professionals
Discover case studies and feedback from professionals during the 50+ workshops organized over 3 days.
Join a wide range of networking opportunities, from ice-breaking sessions, 1:1 meetings to open meet-ups by sector or region.
Beyond the talks
Major topics in 2027
Electrification forum
AI & Data for impact forum
AI and data are transforming our world at unprecedented speed. How can we ensure these technologies fuel positive impact and sustainable solutions? From smart resource management to ethical AI, responsible data is key to shaping a fairer, more resilient future for all.
Impact finance forum
As climate impacts accelerate, building resilient communities is no longer optional. From nature-based solutions to climate-ready infrastructure, protecting vulnerable territories is key to a stable future. By transforming risk management, we empower local solutions to thrive.
Numerous topics for a holistic approach
Why should you attend?
80%
of participants feel empowered after attending ChangeNOW!
Company
- Spot breakthrough innovations
- Secure high-impact partnerships
- Live a transformative experience
- Position your brand as a transition leader
Investor
- Access vetted, high-potential dealflow
- Connect with top-tier impact LPs & co-investors
- Access dealflow information
- Boost your portfolio visibility
Startup
- Pitch directly to targeted impact investors
- Scale your solution globally
- Connect with peers & decision-makers
NGO
- Connect with other impact leaders
- Rally around your cause
- Boost your visibility
- Gather your community
General Public
- Expand your knowledge
- Live a transformative experience
- Discover inspiring innovations
- Take action at your level
Media
- Spot cutting-edge innovations
- Stay ahead of emerging trends
- Organize interviews with impact leaders
Book your ticket!
40% OFF
Until 4 February 2027
Standard
Startups / NGOs
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Full 3-day access pass to the entire event
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Unlimited access to all stages, main keynotes & thematic workshops
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Networking app to schedule meetings, highlighting you as a startup, NGO or academic
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Access to all thematic meet-ups & open networking sessions
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Exclusive to startup and NGOs
Summit Pass
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Full 3-day access pass to the entire event
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Unlimited access to all stages, main keynotes & thematic workshops
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Full access to the main exhibition area and innovation booths
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Smart Networking App to schedule 1-on-1 meetings & build your agenda
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Access to all thematic meet-ups & open networking sessions
Investor
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Full 3-day access pass to the entire event
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Unlimited access to all stages, main keynotes & thematic workshops
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Networking app to schedule meetings, according to the participants’ profiles
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Dealflow data of solutions
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Private access to the Dealflow Lounge
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Exclusive access to the investors lounge
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Access to all thematic meet-ups & open networking sessions
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Fast-track access
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Premium
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Full 3-day access pass to the entire event
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Unlimited access to all stages, main keynotes & thematic workshops
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Networking app to schedule meetings, according to the participants’ profiles
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Dealflow data of solutions
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Private access to the Dealflow Lounge
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Exclusive access to the investors lounge
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Exclusive access to the impact lounge*
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Access to all thematic meet-ups & open networking sessions
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*Premium lounge reserved for partners and premium pass holders, with a private workspace
Measuring our impact
Each year, ChangeNOW sparks impactful collaborations, ignites new ideas, and helps shape careers for good. Impact measurement is central to our mission. Explore the stories born at ChangeNOW and dive into our Impact Report!
20+ M. views
In 2020, FabBRICK was selected by ChangeNOW and its media partner Brut. Brut’s videos introducing the company were seen over 20 million times, a record for the media
A new cooperation agreement
CEO of betterSoil and the President of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification COP15 (UNCCD COP15) met during ChangeNOW 2023. They have signed a cooperation agreement, marking their commitment to a more sustainable future.
20M€ invested in a new factory
The first meeting between Christophe Béchu and Neolithe took place at ChangeNOW 2020. With support from Béchu, the city of Angers, and Ademe, Neolithe secured a €20 million grant to build its plant and deploy its first waste-to-stone fossilizers.
Raising funds for the ocean
Fundraising several million euros, leading 5 years later to the largest global fund for the protection of the ocean
Engaging 1,900+ journalists
Journalist Sophie Roland was inspired at ChangeNOW 2020 to focus on climate journalism. In 2022, she co-authored a charter with practical guidance for more accurate and impactful climate reporting. Signed by 1,900 journalists.
50,000 plastic bottles saved
InovaYa equipped Plastic Odyssey’s world tour with a water system, eliminating over 50,000 plastic bottles in three years.
A new law against microplastics
After ChangeNOW, PlanetCare was invited by the French Ecological Transition Minister to discuss eliminating ocean plastic. Their microfiber filter was later integrated into France’s anti-waste law, requiring all new washing machines sold from January 2025 to include such a filter—a world first.
Red Cross developments in Kenya
At ChangeNOW under the Grand Palais glass vault, the French and Kenyan Red Cross connected with innovators and investors. They then joined forces to launch the Women Social Entrepreneurship Institute, supported by 21 and the French Embassy in Kenya.
Zero waste
The city of Arles saw their waste reduced following an agreement with the zero-waste assistant Trizzy
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