CPG & Climate Tech Conferences You Don’t Want Miss in 2026
Written by The VEGPRENEUR Team
Looking to go to some of the biggest climate and food events in 2026? Here’s a list of must-go-to events you should check out in the new year!
As the plant-based, CPG, and climate tech industries accelerate toward a more sustainable future, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for founders, investors, and innovators. From global summits to niche industry gatherings, these must-attend events offer unparalleled opportunities to network, pitch, learn, and stay ahead of the trends transforming our food and climate.
Events in the US:
New York, NY, February 1-3, 2026
NY NOW is a multi-day wholesale event where thousands of legacy and emerging brands unite to showcase their newest collections to the most prestigious buyers from around the globe.
Anaheim, CA, March 4-6, 2026
Expo West is the industry's defining event for natural and organic professionals. For four decades, we've been the ultimate CPG and retail ecosystem experience in Anaheim, CA, where breakthrough connections, visionary insights, and market-transforming discoveries revolutionize your business trajectory. Unearth your next big seller among the largest collection of emerging and pioneering brands. Every conversation, every product discovery, and every relationship forged here becomes your competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving natural & organic landscape. Empower Your Future at Expo West, where tomorrow's opportunities begin today.
Orlando, FL, March 10-11, 2026
Climate Correction 2026 will explore the powerful intersection where the wisdom of nature meets the ingenuity of human design. This year’s theme, Nature Powered Solutions, celebrates the ways natural systems inspire and inform the technologies, policies, and partnerships shaping a resilient future. We’ll spotlight innovations that work with nature, not against it, proving that the path to climate progress is one powered by both science and the natural world.
New York, NY, March 10-11, 2026
Launched in 2002 by Peter Fusaro, this conference covers cutting-edge content and industry developments, featuring the leading practitioners in sustainability. The 2026 Wall Street Green Summit agenda is focused on key topical areas of Climate Tech Investing, Energy Security, and the Energy Transition, Carbon Markets, Clean Energy solutions to climate change, and Greening Clean Transportation. The 2026 Wall Street Green Summit is our 25th Anniversary of this annual event and one of the longest-running and most comprehensive sustainable finance events in the world, and will be held in New York City at the Cornell Club on March 10th and March 11th, 2026. Come to New York City and be a part of a Climate Finance and Technology center of excellence.
San Francisco, CA, March 19-20, 2026
Meet the global leaders building a healthy & sustainable future at Future Food-Tech San Francisco. Join CPGs, retailers, ingredient and technology providers, cutting-edge entrepreneurs, and investors on March 19-20, 2026, and connect for targeted networking, exclusive industry insights, and start-up discovery. Attend Future Food Tech to meet the innovators shaping the future of food, taste tomorrow’s products in live demos, and spark partnerships that drive real-world impact.
Manhattan Beach, CA, April 28-29, 2026
For over three decades, The Beverage Forum has stood as the premier global gathering for senior executives in the beverage industry worldwide. Each year, we host more than 700 distinguished guests, including top-tier industry leaders, entrepreneurs, innovative suppliers, financial analysts, and influential press members. This flagship event features a dynamic two-day agenda packed with keynote speakers, influential panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Events in Europe:
London, January 28-29, 2026
Sustainable Foods London is the only dedicated conference and exhibition of its kind focused on tackling the key sustainability challenges that are affecting the Food and Drink (F&D) Industry. It is the only forum convening high-level government officials, C-level leaders, technology disruptors, leading investors, and many other senior figures. No other conference and exhibition is more focused on driving real change across the global Food and Drink industry.
Paris, February 5-6, 2026
Join the positive impact ecosystem that brings together 10,000 professionals and major players in the ecological, economic, and environmental transition, public and private, collectives, investors, and 300 innovators who are committed to the planet.
London, March 4-5, 2026
Sustainability LIVE: Net Zero is the ultimate platform for executives dedicated to driving sustainability and achieving net zero targets within their organisations. Attendees will gain unparalleled insights from industry leaders, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and explore innovative strategies to enhance their sustainability initiatives.
Birmingham, April 13-15, 2026
Food & Drink Expo provides buyers from the retail, wholesale, foodservice, manufacturing, and hospitality sectors with a wealth of information and product sourcing opportunities all under one roof. In 2025, thousands of visitors explored the aisles and met with 1200+ suppliers across the UK Food & Drink Shows. For 2026, the UK Food & Drink Shows will comprise Food & Drink Expo, Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show, and Forecourt Show.
Netherlands, May 20-21, 2026
F&A Next is about thought leadership and connecting promising startups and scale-ups to dedicated Food and Agtech investors and leading corporates. It includes two days of networking, pitching, and debating the dynamics of food and agriculture. If you are wholeheartedly committed to the need for innovation in Food and Agriculture, then make sure to join us!
Netherlands, June 11-12, 2026
Over 125 deep tech startups, large industrial leaders, research centres, international organisations and other ecosystem builders will be exhibiting their products, services and unique delegations from the deep tech ecosystem.
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