Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates

تحت رعاية صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيس دولة الامارات العربية المتحدة

Supported by

Charlie Tan

CEO

Global Impact Coalition

Charlie
Charlie

Charlie is Chief Executive Officer at the Global Impact Coalition, a unique spin-off from the World Economic Forum founded by some of the leading petrochemical companies, focusing on the delivery of net-zero business models and unlocking the technologies and finance that will enable them. Charlie was previously at the Forum, leading the incubation and development of this Coalition. Prior to the Forum, Charlie spent the last several years building successful start-ups within the energy space, focusing on structuring partnerships, strategic funding and corporate venturing activities. Charlie has a BSc in Business from Imperial College London and a CFA Certificate in Investment Management.

Session Overview
Tuesday, 5 November
11:00
Finance & Investment Conference Conference Room A 11:00 - 12:00
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Blended finance: the critical roles of public and private finance in delivering the future energy system

The global energy transition is estimated to require US$5-7 trillion a year in funding through 2050, far beyond the means of public finance capabilities. With challenges that vary from region to region and across economic maturity, natural resources, and socioeconomic differences, questions must be addressed to ensure accelerated and equitable progress. How can governments, lenders, investors, and project developers work together to enact de-risking mechanisms and incentivise the private finance required to increase the bankability of critical new energy projects?

Attendee insights:

Gain insights into how public policy is being shaped to promote investment and how the private sector is looking to mobilise capital on the scale needed to meet ambitious net-zero goals.

Thursday, 7 November
12:45
Voices of Tomorrow ICC Hall 12:45 - 13:30
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Bridging boundaries: accelerating net zero through global collaboration

The chemical industry, a major contributor to global carbon emissions, faces significant challenges in decarbonisation. While technologies like electrification, green hydrogen, and carbon capture, are driving emissions reductions, cross-sector partnerships will be critical to maintain momentum. Achieving net zero in this sector requires strong collaboration between industries, governments, NGOs, and IGOs to scale sustainable practices. By fostering global cooperation, the industry can overcome technical and regulatory barriers, accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future.

Attendee insights:

Join an engaging discussion that highlights how diverse perspectives from the corporate sector and non-profit associations can unite to drive meaningful change in one of the heavy-emitting sectors: the chemical industry.

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