Building on the transformative momentum of the ‘Forward Faster’ initiative launched in 2023 — focusing on five priority areas: gender equality, climate action, water resilience, living wage, and finance & investment — the 20th edition seeks to translate commitments into capital flows that deliver measurable impact. The theme, “Financing a Sustainable Future: Aligning Capital with Climate, Equity, and Growth”, underscores the urgent need to mobilize and redirect financial resources toward solutions that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship and social inclusion.

The Convention will convene policymakers, investors, financial institutions, corporates, and sustainability leaders to explore innovative financing mechanisms that can accelerate India’s transition to a low-carbon, resilient, and inclusive economy. Discussions will focus on:

• Mobilizing climate finance and green investments to achieve national and global sustainability goals.
• Embedding ESG and SDG principles into business and financial decision-making.
• Fostering equitable access to finance for MSMEs and communities driving local sustainability efforts.
• Strengthening public-private collaboration for impactful climate and development financing.

As the world navigates an era of economic uncertainty and climate urgency, the 20th National Convention will serve as a defining moment to reimagine the role of finance as a force for good — bridging the gap between purpose and profit, resilience and growth.

By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the Convention aims to inspire systemic change, catalyze capital flows toward sustainable outcomes, and reinforce India’s leadership in the global movement to achieve the SDGs by 2030.