The Green Economy Conference & Exhibition

Thursday 13th November 2025
Swansea Arena

Returning for its fourth year, the Green Economy Conference & Exhibition brings together businesses, innovators, community leaders and policy makers to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, greener, more resilient economy for Wales.

This year’s event will feature inspiring speakers, practical workshops, and a major cross-sector business exhibition showcasing the people, projects, and technologies driving positive change. It’s a day to connect, collaborate and explore how we can all play a part in building a sustainable future.

In the Lounge

Sustainable food is high on the agenda at this year’s conference, with a dedicated Local Food Day running as part of the main event. Organised in collaboration with Bwyd Abertawe and Swansea Council, the Local Food Day will feature talks, tastings, and demonstrations celebrating the region’s thriving local food scene. From a farm-to-fork session led by The Shed Restaurant, to workshops on food trails and local supply chains, the programme will explore how Welsh producers and food businesses can play a vital role in building a more resilient and sustainable local economy.

Mary Duckett, Manager of Bwyd Abertawe, said:
“Bwyd Abertawe Food is about sustainable food systems change for Swansea, which naturally requires strong regional links with likeminded food businesses and producers. Sustainable food systems change is about reviewing our economic practices, and the Green Economy Conference is a great opportunity for us to come together and explore relevant topics such as reducing the supply chain and localising food procurement between food businesses, growers and producers.”

Register for the main event to attend the Local Food Day.

Panel discussions and workshop

The construction sector in Wales is changing fast and the opportunities are huge. We are inviting developers, contractors, suppliers, housing associations, and educators to explore how sustainable construction can drive Wales’ journey to net zero.

This year’s event features insightful talks and discussions for everyone involved in building, supplying, or supporting the homes and infrastructure of the future. From local builders and manufacturers to major developers and training providers, the Construction Zone will highlight the £222bn pipeline of sustainable housing and retrofit projects across Wales and the opportunities this creates for local firms.

Register for the main event to attend the Sustainable Construction sessions.

The conference will also spotlight the growth of sustainable industry sectors and the need to equip our workforce with the skills for tomorrow. Sessions throughout the day will focus on how education, business, and government can collaborate to prepare young people and professionals for emerging green sectors, from retrofit and construction to renewable energy and circular economy innovation.