(Es) (Ecuador) Sustainable Territorial Action Summit

Quito will host the 2025 Sustainable Territorial Action Summit, a space that brings together leaders, experts, and key stakeholders to promote climate-resilient territories. Organized by the Consortium of Provincial Autonomous Governments of Ecuador (CONGOPE), together with the Association of Municipalities of Ecuador (AME), and the National Confederation of Provincial Autonomous Governments of Ecuador (CONAGOPARE), the event will take place on May 7 and 8, starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Metropolitan Convention Center. The event will feature Gunter Pauli, founder of the blue economy and a global leader in sustainability, who will share his innovative vision of regenerative and sustainable models. Additionally, academic forums will be held to explore topics such as climate governance, sustainable financing, and the challenges local governments face in building resilient territories. The summit will bring together key players in international cooperation, multilateral organizations, NGOs, public and private companies, and academic representatives, with the goal of generating innovative proposals that drive regional development and align with global commitments.