Digital with Purpose Global Summit 2025 Recap

October 2025 – What an incredible two days we’ve just had at the Digital with Purpose Global Summit 2025 in Brussels – an event that brought together over 500 people both onsite and online.

From inspiring speakers to groundbreaking discussions, this summit has set the stage for real change in the intersection of digital innovation and sustainability. As we wrap up, here’s a quick recap of the summit’s key moments, along with exciting updates for what’s ahead.

Key Messages from the Two Days

Over the course of two transformative days, 59 industry-leading speakers shared their expertise on the intersections of digital technologies, climate action, and sustainable development.

Thought leaders such as Luís Neves (GeSI), Jeffrey Sachs (Columbia University), and Maria João Rodrigues (Re-Imagine Europa) brought fresh perspectives on how digital innovation can shape a greener, more inclusive future.

Rethinking Europe’s Digital Future: How digital technologies are shaping Europe’s policies for sustainable growth.
Green is Profitable, Digital is Sustainable: Exploring how businesses can integrate digital tools to drive sustainability and profitability.
Decarbonizing Energy through Digital Solutions: Leveraging digital tools to transform energy systems for a low-carbon future.
AI Safety and Alignment – Avoiding Harm at Scale: Navigating the ethical challenges of AI deployment in the digital era.

The summit served as a catalyst for collaboration, highlighting the role of technology in transforming industries and the need for cross-sector cooperation.

DWP Startup Global Award Winner

The DWP Startup Global Award celebrates startups that leverage digital solutions for sustainability, with the winner receiving a €30,000 cash prize and the opportunity to showcase their solution at the DWP Global Summit 2025 in Brussels. This award was made possible through the generous sponsorship of Mentech, whose support continues to inspire and elevate the next generation of digital innovators.

We are proud to announce that this year’s DWP Startup Global Award Winner is LoopOS: a no-code, AI-powered ERP platform, that has demonstrated outstanding innovation in promoting circular business models such as buy-back, refurbishment, and waste reduction. Congratulations!

2026

Looking ahead, we are excited to announce the DWP 2026 Roadshow! Save these dates in your calendar. The DWP 2026 Roadshow will bring together digital innovators and sustainability leaders in key global hubs to continue our mission of digital transformation for sustainability. Stay tuned for more details on locations and speakers.