Meet the Game Changers of 2025

The future of climate action is being shaped by cutting-edge technology, but technology alone is not enough. Trust, and a shared spirit of collboration and co-creation are vital to effectively addressing global climate challenges. These invisible pillars enable open data sharing, transparent partnerships, and ethical innovation, which together amplify the impact of climate technology efforts. Since 2019, Engaging India at Almedalen has fostered this collaborative spirit, serving as a platform to catalyse conversations, to arrive at joint solutions and strengthen partnerships on climate action, sustainable development, and innovation. When stakeholders—from industry, academia, and government—come together with mutual trust, they have the power to unlock and accelarate innovation solutions for society. Over five editions, Engaging India at Almedalen has highlighted the triple helix of Industry, Academia, and Government, with the 2025 edition also focusing on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is rapidly emerging as a game-changer in sustainable industry transitions in both India and Sweden. It enhances the ability to anticipate environmental risks, optimize renewable energy use, and support the shift from carbon-intensive production to cleaner, circular, and more efficient processes. By integrating AI with technologies such as hydrogen, electrification, biomass, and digitalization, the India-Sweden partnership is driving decarbonization of heavy industry and fostering innovation. This collaboration leverages India’s strengths in AI-driven analytics alongside Sweden’s expertise in sustainable manufacturing, creating a powerful synergy for sustainable industrial transformation. Beyond industry, AI and innovation are also revolutionizing food systems, helping reduce carbon emissions, water use, and waste—critical steps to sustainably feed a growing global population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050. This vibrant partnership is not just theoretical but actively advancing through shared innovation accelerators, academic exchanges, and joint projects. You will hear more on these at Engaging India at Almedalen 2025, taking place on June 24 at Uppsala University’s Campus Gotland. The event brings together thought leaders to explore the intersection of next-generation innovation, AI, and climate action through keynote speeches, panel discussions, case studies, and startup pitches—highlighting how trust, collaboration, and technology together are shaping a sustainable future.