Invitation only / September 21-22, 2026 / 777 United Nations Plaza, New York City / Climate Week NYC & UNGA 81
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Innovation Forum for Sustainable Development

A multi-stakeholder engagement for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, convening leaders across business, government, investment, philanthropy, technology and international organizations.

Collaboration  /  Leadership  /  Impact

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Dates
September 21-22, 2026
Venue
777 United Nations Plaza
New York City
Format
Full day programming
Receptions from 7:00 PM
Access
Invitation only
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Collaborate

Across sectors and continents, with decision makers who can move initiatives forward.

Innovate

Share ideas and scalable solutions with the people positioned to fund and deploy them.

Transform

Advance the Sustainable Development Goals together, with measurable outcomes.

About the Forum

Two days inside one of the world's most influential weeks for international cooperation.

The New York Innovation Forum is a two day, invitation-only series of high-level events held during Climate Week NYC and the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The Forum convenes leaders from business, finance, technology, sustainability, government, philanthropy, civil society and the United Nations to accelerate partnerships and advance solutions to today's most pressing global challenges.

Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, with more than 900 events across New York City drawing business leaders, policymakers, investors and innovators from around the world.

Conversations that continue

The value of the Forum is the people in the room and the working relationships they leave with.

A powerful collaboration for global impact

Convened by Dylan Welch and Emilie McGlone

The Forum is produced jointly by Welch International and Peace Boat US. Dylan Welch and Emilie McGlone shape the Forum together, from the sessions and the private luncheons through to the delegations invited into the room.

Dylan Welch, Chief Executive Officer of Welch International
Dylan Welch
Founder & CEO, Welch International

Founder of the Intelligence Report and host of the Forum. Dylan works with leaders across finance, technology, policy and conservation to build the partnerships that carry initiatives from conversation into execution.

Emilie McGlone, Executive Director of Peace Boat US
Emilie McGlone
Executive Director, Peace Boat US

Emilie leads Peace Boat US in advancing education for the Sustainable Development Goals, bringing the organization's United Nations relationships and its global network of educators, youth leaders and civil society partners to the Forum.

Welch International

An international relations and strategic advisory firm specializing in strategic partnerships, communications, business development, and convening leaders across the public, private and nonprofit sectors.

Peace Boat US

An international nonprofit dedicated to advancing education for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Peace Boat holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).

Program

Events across two days

The Forum runs as a series of separate events, each with its own focus, audience and registration. Register for the sessions relevant to you.

10:00 – 11:30 AM 777 United Nations Plaza
2nd floor conference room

Sailing for the UN Ocean Decade: Peace Boat Partnerships for SDG 14

Highlighting the role of youth engagement for the UN Ocean Decade as we work towards a more sustainable future for our shared ocean. Peace Boat US is a recognized contributor to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development through its Youth for the SDGs programs. Blue Planet Alliance Global Ambassadors will present their work on SDG 7, and Peace Boat will present Ecoship, a decarbonization model for maritime transportation.

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12:00 – 2:00 PM 777 United Nations Plaza

New York Climate Week: On the Road to COP31

As momentum builds towards UNFCCC COP31 in Antalya, this high-level luncheon brings together ocean and climate leaders, governments, community representatives and partners to discuss how to turn global commitments into meaningful action.

Hosted by RISE UP for the Ocean and Peace Boat US

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2:30 – 5:30 PM 777 United Nations Plaza

Business & Innovation Forum

Focused on what it takes to move bold ideas from concept to scale. Founders, entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, technology innovators and policymakers explore how stronger collaboration across sectors can unlock capital, accelerate growth and turn innovation into measurable impact.

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7:00 – 10:00 PM Bar Lola, New York City

Networking Reception

Speakers, delegates, United Nations delegates, government leaders, sponsors, investors and invited guests continue conversations in a more informal setting, building partnerships towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Additional speakers and sessions will be announced ahead of the Forum. Full event details and registration for every session are available through Peace Boat US.

Who will be there

Five constituencies, one room

Business

Build strategic partnerships and unlock new client opportunities.

Technology

Showcase innovations and collaborate to scale global solutions.

Finance

Meet impact investors looking for what comes next.

Conservation

Drive meaningful action aligned with the UN SDGs.

Policy

Shape policy and strengthen stakeholder collaboration.

With thanks

Our sponsors and partners

The Forum is made possible by organizations working across business, government, philanthropy and conservation to advance the Sustainable Development Goals.

Participation

Attendance is by invitation

The Forum brings together a limited number of delegates from business, finance, technology, government, philanthropy and the United Nations. Registration and further details are available through Peace Boat US.

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