Artificial intelligence and sustainability are rapidly reshaping how organizations create value through projects. While both transformations are often pursued independently, their real potential emerges when they are intentionally orchestrated together. This integrated approach—referred to as twin transformation—aligns AI‑enabled decision intelligence with environmental, social, and governance objectives to drive long‑term, resilient value creation.

In project-driven organizations, twin transformation changes how projects are selected, governed, and delivered. AI enhances forecasting, portfolio optimization, and lifecycle management, while sustainability principles guide responsible design and impact-focused decision-making. When disconnected, these transformations can lead to fragmented portfolios, missed innovation opportunities, and increased regulatory or reputational risk. When aligned, they reinforce each other through a virtuous cycle of data-driven insights, improved sustainability outcomes, and more strategic investment choices.

Project leaders and PMOs play a pivotal role in this shift. By integrating AI and sustainability into governance, competencies, and portfolio management practices, they can transform projects from operational enablers into strategic instruments for sustainable, intelligent growth.

In 2026, we move from awareness to execution. Building on the momentum of previous Sustainability Summits, The Evergreen Project Manager focuses on Green Project Management and the practical application of sustainability and regeneration across industries.

Project professionals sit at the centre of change. We influence decisions, resources, timelines, and stakeholder priorities. Through our projects, we shape infrastructure, systems, products, and services and therefore long-term environmental, social, and economic value.

This summit is a call to action. Success is no longer defined by time, cost, and scope alone, but by the value we create for people, planet, and prosperity. This year’s summit will challenge project professionals to lead differently, act boldly, and embed sustainability into everyday delivery.