Asia’s largest sustainability expo, the SDG Asia Expo, organized by the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE), is a leading platform for advancing sustainable development across the Asia-Pacific region. The 2025 fourth edition is themed “Charge Towards Change“. It has brought together the public, private, academic, and NGO sectors to promote action towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and achieving net-zero emissions. It highlights Taiwan’s innovations in ESG and builds on previous years of success, such as the 2024 edition, which drew over 35,000 participants and achieved far greater engagement from exhibitors.

2024 SDG Asia Expo, Taipei. Source: LinkedIn

When and Where Will It Take Place?

The 2025 SDG Asia Expo will be held from September 11 to 13, 2025, at Hall 1, Taipei World Trade Center, Taiwan. Admission is free, and online pre-registration provides entry into lucky draws as well as access to digital tools. As Asia’s largest sustainability expo, it positions Taiwan at the heart of the global sustainability dialogue, making the event accessible to both industry professionals and the broader public.

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What Are the Key Themes and Exhibition Areas?

The event’s 10 themed zones cover everything from eco-living to AI-driven net-zero solutions. With over 150 ESG-focused companies, Asia’s largest sustainability expo provides a platform for demonstrating breakthrough innovations in sustainable finance, healthcare, architecture, and biodiversity conservation.

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What Events and Interactive Activities Will Be Featured?

The expo goes beyond static displays with interactive tours, educational games, and more than 20 high-level forums. From the Sustainable City Summit to discussions on microplastics and AI-powered carbon disclosure, Asia’s largest sustainability expo ensures that attendees gain practical insights alongside networking opportunities.

Over 20 high-level forums on net-zero governance, circular economy, AI-powered carbon management, and more.

SDG Asia Exhibition. Source: sdgs-asia

Highlights Include:

• Sustainable City Summit
• TSMC’s forums on shared prosperity and sustainable impact
• TVBS’s microplastics and health risks forum
• SGS’s ISO standards for the circular economy
• Others include AI-led carbon disclosure and regional sustainability initiatives.

Recognitions:

• 2025 Taiwan and Asia-Pacific Sustainability Awards
• Taipei Golden Eagle Micro-Movie Festival

Interactive Paths & Games:

• Guided tours on five themes: cross-industry collaboration, sustainable living, net-zero practice, social sustainability, and “Charge Towards Change”
• The SDG Asia Challenge offers engaging, educational group games
• Eco-friendly products available at booths; 100 trained volunteers serve as guides and evaluators
• The TAISE Pavilion, constructed from recycled materials, features six immersive zones, from vision guides to interactive content, that highlight TAISE’s net-zero collaborations.

SDG Asia Sustainable Summit. Source: sdgs-asia

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How Does the Expo Foster Education and Talent Development?

Networking Event. Source: sdgs-asia

The expo presents talent development and sustainability education through:

• TAISE’s professional certification programs, aligned with international standards and the SDGs:
  • Corporate Sustainability Professional (CPCS)
  • Certified Professional in Net Zero (CPNZ)
  • Certified Professional in Sustainable Finance (CPSF)
  • Certified Professional in Climate and Health (CPCH)
  • Certified Professional in Sustainability Disclosure (CPSD)
• Over 10,000 professionals trained to date.
• Feature events:
  • 2025 Sustainable Talent Trends Forum
  • Certification ceremonies
• Climate Change Painting Competition: “Paint the Sea, Protect Its Beauty!” Student Artworks on Ocean, Climate, and Biodiversity Showcase Intergenerational Sustainability Messaging.

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FAQs

1. Does the expo require registration?

Yes. Registration is free and encouraged. Registration will provide you with additional benefits at the expo, including access to the lucky draws and the digital assistant. Walk-ins are OK; we highly recommend pre-registering to enhance your experience.

2. Who are the exhibitors?

They include government bodies, businesses, universities, NGOs, and more than 150 top ESG-focused companies presenting SDG-aligned innovations.

3. Why is this expo significant for Asia?

As Asia’s largest sustainability expo, it attracts a diverse mix of governments, corporations, NGOs, and academics, making it a hub for sharing best practices, forming partnerships, and accelerating climate action across the region.

4. How can businesses benefit?

The expo offers exceptional networking, business matching, and insights into ESG trends, making it ideal for partnerships, exposure, and expansion in the sustainability sector.

5. What sustainability measures are built into the expo?

The event promotes sustainability by utilizing paperless tools, pavilions made from recycled materials, and low-carbon operations throughout its activities.

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