External in-person event

Embark on a trailblazing adventure, exploring groundbreaking innovations and strategies to transform global food systems. Prepare to challenge the status quo and address the root causes of food system issues.

VERGE 23 is a leading climate tech event focused on accelerating solutions to the most pressing challenges of our time. Join over 5,000 professionals working together to address the climate crisis.

Join GFI at Reuters Transform Food, a conference focused on improving the resiliency of global food and agriculture systems.

The Dubai Future Forum, in its second edition, is the largest gathering of world’s top futurists who meet to anticipate challenges, imagine opportunities, and shape the future by challenging each other and translating their work in meaningful actions. This year the Forum takes place just days ahead of the UN COP28 and will see thought leaders from around the planet sharing views on four themes: Empowering Generation; Regenerating Nature; Transcending Collaboration; and Transforming Humanity.

COP28 UAE brings the world together at a critical moment for global transformative climate action. Join GFI and other alternative protein experts at this historic event!

GFI is pleased to partner with Climate Action for the Agri-Food Systems Summit, returning to COP28 in technical collaboration with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. Convening 400 global stakeholders from across the value chain, the Summit will identify key pathways and innovations transforming our Agri-Food Systems.

Join GFI Founder and President Bruce Friedrich at Cellular Agriculture Innovation Day 2024, hosted by Tufts University!

MEVO is a leaders summit that exclusively brings in-person up to 250 decision makers from prominent to small-sized manufacturers, commercial producers, investors, cutting-edge technology providers, intellectuals, brands and future food vanguards who want to increase their knowledge and footprint in this lucrative growth market.

Join GFI and over 6,000 sustainability professionals at VERGE 24, a leading climate tech event, to explore emerging trends, take stock of new technologies, and work to accelerate the speed and scale of impact.

MEVO is a leaders summit that exclusively brings in-person up to 250 decision makers from prominent to small-sized manufacturers, commercial producers, investors, cutting-edge technology providers, intellectuals, brands and future food vanguards who want to increase their knowledge and footprint in this lucrative growth market.

Don’t miss Maille O'Donnell, GFI’s senior policy specialist for public investment and industry, on the main stage as she unpacks how smart policies can drive a more sustainable, fair, and resilient food system.

GFI is heading to Los Angeles Climate Week! This event brings together climate organizations, policymakers, innovators, companies, and changemakers from LA and beyond on cutting-edge climate change solutions.

Don’t miss Bruce Friedrich, GFI’s founder and president, as he takes the stage on Saturday, April 12, at 9:15 AM to discuss how alternative proteins can help build a more sustainable, just, and secure food system.

The future of food is a key part of the future of climate action. San Francisco Climate Week brings together innovators, policymakers, and business leaders to explore the latest solutions in sustainability. This weeklong series of events highlights breakthroughs in climate technology, policy, and corporate responsibility—including the role of food in reducing emissions.

Join GFI’s Bianca Datta in attending Re-Thinking Food: From Plate to Planet! This experience will bring together leading researchers, policymakers, and industry experts to explore the latest science and innovations in sustainable food.