What Planetiers does

Planetiers is a privately held, founder-led sustainability ecosystem company headquartered in Guimarães, Portugal, operating across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, North America, and Africa with regional hubs in New York, São Paulo, Abu Dhabi, and Africa. Founded in 2017 by Sérgio Ribeiro (CEO) and Carlos Carvalho (CFO), the company positions itself as a bridge connecting organizations, governments, and territories with global sustainability expertise, networks, and capital through a portfolio of professional services rather than a technology platform. The core offering spans International Missions (tailor-made delegations to events such as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, WETEX Dubai, Qatar Economic Forum, and Rio Innovation Week), Find Speakers (access to 500+ sustainability experts), In-Company Training (customized ESG programs with certification), Sustainability Content (podcasts, videos, and storytelling), Planetiers Day (bespoke single-organization events), and the Planetiers World Gathering (an annual three-day flagship summit with 10,000+ attendees, 700+ speakers, and 350+ organizations across past editions). Sub-brands and joint initiatives extend the platform into executive education (INSURE.Hub with Universidade Católica Portuguesa), digital content (Sustainability Illustrated, 3M+ views), C-level convening (Planetiers C-League), and event activation (Planetiers Stage at Rio Innovation Week). Named enterprise and institutional clients include Bankinter Portugal, MINI (BMW Group), L'Oréal Brasil, Sea Shepherd Brasil, the Municipality of Guimarães, the Government of Portugal, the European Investment Bank, and Águas de Portugal International.

The business model is professional services revenue: all engagements are custom-quoted, multi-year in cadence, and delivered through direct consultative sales rather than self-serve channels. The company's stated scale metrics — 15,000+ community members, 400+ partner organizations, 60+ countries, 120+ countries represented across PWG editions — are ecosystem-level rather than customer-level, indicating that much of the network is non-revenue-generating community and ambassador infrastructure. With a disclosed headcount of 1-10 employees, Planetiers operates a lean core team that orchestrates a much larger ambient network of ambassadors, speakers, regional hub coordinators, and sub-brand partners. Pricing is opaque, funding history is limited to a 2017 Startup Lisboa / Olisipo Way seed round, and there is no identified venture or growth-equity backing, suggesting an operationally self-funded profile where revenue funds growth rather than capital raises funding expansion.

Name

Planetiers

Legal name

Planetiers

Website

https://planetiers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Planetiers is a Portugal-based sustainability ecosystem accelerator that connects organizations, governments, and territories with global experts, speakers, and investors through international missions, training programs, content production, and its annual Planetiers World Gathering summit across 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainability Consulting Services

akta.pro primary industry

Climate Policy, Governance & NDC Support (BPADALAA)

Keywords

• Sustainability consulting services
• International business missions
• ESG training programs
• Sustainability event management
• Speaker curation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lisbon

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Professional Services (Find Speakers): Planetiers curates and connects organizations with a global network of over 500 sustainability experts, keynote speakers, ESG practitioners, and innovation leaders. Revenue is generated through speaker booking and curation fees for events, conferences, and strategic initiatives.
2. International Missions: Tailor-made international missions connecting organizations, governments, and investors with global sustainability ecosystems, events, markets, and opportunities. Revenue is generated through mission design, facilitation, and curated matchmaking fees. Missions target markets in Europe, Middle East, Latin America, US, India, and Africa.
3. In-Company Training: Customized sustainability and ESG training programs designed for teams, partners, and organizations. Delivers certified learning experiences from fundamentals to advanced strategies. Revenue generated through training program fees.
4. Planetiers World Gathering & Planetiers Days: Flagship annual gathering events and customized Planetiers Days for organizations and territories. Revenue generated through ticket sales, sponsorship, and co-creation fees.
5. Sustainability Content Production: Creative content production including podcasts, videos, campaigns, and storytelling formats for companies, media teams, public institutions, and NGOs. Revenue generated through content production fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Planetiers is a global sustainability ecosystem accelerator that delivers professional services including international missions, ESG speaker curation (Find Speakers), customized in-company training, sustainability content production, and curated events (Planetiers Day, Planetiers World Gathering). The company connects organizations, governments, and territories with a network of 500+ sustainability experts and 400+ partners across 60+ countries to scale sustainable and regenerative solutions.

Product overview

Planetiers is a global sustainability ecosystem accelerator offering a platform of interconnected services rather than a single software product. The core portfolio includes: Find Speakers (access to 500+ global sustainability experts), International Missions (tailor-made market expansion programs), In-Company Training (customized ESG programs with certification), Sustainability Content (creative production services), and Planetiers World Gathering (annual flagship summit). Supporting offerings include Planetiers Day (customized events), Planetiers Meetups (networking gatherings), and sub-brands such as INSURE.Hub (academic partnership), Sustainability Illustrated (educational video content), Planetiers Home Gathering (speaker interview series), and Planetiers C-League (C-level leadership network). The ecosystem is reinforced by global hubs across North America (New York), Latin America (São Paulo), Middle East (UAE), and Africa, with headquarters in Guimarães, Portugal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Find Speakers

Quantifiable outcome

• 3+ million views on Sustainability Illustrated YouTube channel with 30+ free educational videos
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core, medium, minor and high.

• MINI (BMW Group)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerMINI served as Official Mobility Partner of Planetiers World Gathering 2024. The partnership promoted sustainable electric mobility with over 15,000 km covered by MINI electric vehicles across meetings, schools, and events, demonstrating clean transportation viability and importance.
• France-Brazil Chamber of CommercemediumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlanetiers co-hosted an executive ESG Meet Up at L'Oréal Brasil with the France-Brazil Chamber of Commerce, bringing together leaders and experts to share insights on sustainable practices, ESG trends, and cross-sector collaboration.
• Sea Shepherd BrasilmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers and Sea Shepherd Brasil co-created 'The Ocean's Call' regenerative innovation event, designed to raise awareness and inspire action around ocean conservation and regeneration. The event featured global leaders Paul Watson and Nathalie Gil.
• Universidade Católica Portuguesa (Porto)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers New Generation partnered with Universidade Católica Portuguesa to launch INSURE.Hub, a collaborative platform connecting academia, industry, and global partners to develop sustainable and regenerative business solutions. INSURE.Hub offers executive education including Chief Sustainability Officer courses and postgraduate programs in Sustainability and Regeneration.
• Alexandre MagninmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers collaborated with illustrator Alexandre Magnin to create the Sustainability Illustrated channel — a digital content platform using animation and storytelling to democratize sustainability education. The channel has produced 30+ videos with over 3 million views.
• Salesianos do EstorilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers collaborated with Salesianos do Estoril to organize a sustainability Meet Up for 12th-grade students, combining keynote sessions, business model workshops, and startup pitches with entrepreneurs from the Planetiers ecosystem.
• Laboratório da Paisagem (Landscape Laboratory)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers co-hosted Planetiers Day Guimarães with the Landscape Laboratory as the official opening of Guimarães Green Week 2025. The laboratory serves as the sustainability research and coordination body for Guimarães, European Green Capital 2026, and has participated in international missions organized by Planetiers.
• Rio Innovation WeekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFor two consecutive years (2024 and 2025), Planetiers curated and activated a dedicated sustainability stage at Rio Innovation Week — one of Latin America's largest innovation events with 180,000+ attendees. Planetiers brought together 50+ speakers and panelists exploring ESG, ocean conservation, circular innovation, and regenerative business.
• Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers organized international missions to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023 and 2026, connecting Portuguese organizations with international stakeholders, private sector leaders, investors, and sovereign wealth funds for collaboration and investment opportunities in sustainability and climate innovation.
• Águas de Portugal InternationalmediumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlanetiers supported Águas de Portugal International in strengthening its global positioning through a strategic mission to WETEX Dubai 2025, facilitating high-level meetings with government entities, municipalities, and private sector leaders in water management, energy, and critical infrastructure.
• Qatar Economic ForummediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers participated in the Qatar Economic Forum 2025, strengthening connections aligned with Qatar 2030 vision and exploring opportunities to develop a Regeneration Hub for Business Innovation and Executive Education in the Middle East region.
• Consulate General of Portugal in New York, Turismo de Portugal, AICEPmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanetiers organized a networking event in New York bringing together representatives from Portuguese governmental entities including the Consulate, Turismo de Portugal, and AICEP to promote PWG 2022 and strengthen international cooperation in sustainable innovation.
• Municipality of GuimarãescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Municipality of Guimarães is a key strategic partner, serving as co-host of Planetiers Day and host of PWG 2026 as part of Guimarães' European Green Capital 2026 agenda. The city has also participated in Planetiers-organized international delegations to Dubai and other global forums.
• Government of PortugalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment of Portugal is a partner of the Planetiers World Gathering, supporting the initiative as part of national sustainability and international positioning strategy. Multiple government ministries have participated in Planetiers missions and events.
• European Investment Bank (EIB)highStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Investment Bank is listed as a previous partner of the Planetiers World Gathering, bringing finance and investment expertise to the sustainability ecosystem.
• Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet (GASP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGASP Secretary-General Satya Tripathi serves as a member of the Planetiers Ecosystem Builders network. GASP is a key multilateral partner for global sustainability alignment, and its leadership actively participates in Planetiers events and missions.
• Dubai Chamber of CommercemediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerDubai Chamber of Commerce engaged with Guimarães (via Planetiers-organized delegation) at the Asia Pacific Cities Summit 2025 in Dubai, reinforcing Portugal's role as a strategic bridge between Europe and the Middle East.
• INSURE.Hub Partners NetworkmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerINSURE.Hub connects academia, industry, and a network of national and international partners including Universidade Católica Portuguesa, INSURE Hub at UCP Porto, Olisipo Way, EcoMood Portugal, and others to develop sustainable and regenerative business solutions aligned with the European Green Deal.
• Marfa AdvisorsmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarfa Advisors is listed as a Strategy & Partnerships Advisor and network partner within the Planetiers ecosystem. Dina Storey, Partner at Marfa Advisors and Dubai Expo City Head of Sustainability, is a member of the Planetiers Ecosystem Builders network.
• Global Footprint NetworkmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Footprint Network, creator of the Ecological Footprint measure, is a network building partner of Planetiers, bringing planetary constraints measurement expertise to the ecosystem.
• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)mediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerFSC is a network building partner of Planetiers. FSC Director General Kim Carstensen has spoken at Planetiers World Gathering events, contributing to discussions on sustainable forestry and regenerative business practices.
• MovinmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerMovin, founded by Pedro Ruffier (Planetiers Ambassador for Brazil), is a partner of the Planetiers ecosystem. Pedro Ruffier is featured in the Ecosystem Builders network as both a Planetiers Ambassador and company founder.
• Grupo BelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrupo Bel is a sponsor of Planetiers World Gathering 2026, supporting the flagship sustainability event as part of their sustainability and ESG commitments.
• Visit PortugalmediumStrategic or Co-development PartnerVisit Portugal is a network building partner of Planetiers, supporting international visibility and tourism sustainability initiatives within the Portuguese ecosystem.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sustainable Brands: Community and conference platform for sustainable business leaders, operating flagship Sustainable Brands conferences and producing content on ESG, circular economy, and brand-led sustainability. Closely comparable to Planetiers in combining flagship events, content, and a global community/networking model.
• GreenBiz Group: US-based media and events company operating flagship sustainability conferences (GreenBiz Forum, VERGE) and producing executive research on ESG, climate, and circular economy. Directly comparable to Planetiers as a sustainability-focused event, content, and intelligence platform serving enterprise sustainability leaders.
• Reuters Events (Thomson Reuters): Large-scale business events business within Thomson Reuters running flagship sustainability and ESG summits (e.g., Responsible Business, Energy Transition) targeting C-suite sustainability buyers. Comparable to Planetiers in event-led GTM and enterprise/government audience, but with significantly more capital and a global media brand.
• World Business Forum (WOBI): Global business event organizer running large-scale leadership forums across multiple continents with high-profile speakers. Comparable to Planetiers World Gathering in speaker-driven, multi-day leadership conference format and enterprise audience.
• Climate Action Programme: Producer of major climate and sustainability summits including COP-aligned Climate Action Innovation Zone and Sustainable Investment Forum. Comparable to Planetiers for curating flagship sustainability events that connect governments, investors, and corporates.

Broad incumbents

• Aspen Institute: Established US think tank and convening body running sustainability and leadership programs including the Aspen Climate Group. Comparable to Planetiers for executive convening and policy dialogue on sustainability, but as a much larger, multi-program nonprofit rather than a focused events/missions platform.

Others

• International Emissions Trading Association (IETA): International trade association for the carbon markets, hosting summits and policy dialogues on climate finance. Adjacent to Planetiers for sustainability convening and missions to events like Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, rather than direct competition.

Regional players

• Instituto Capitalismo Consciente Brasil: Brazil-focused organization running ESG and conscious capitalism events and training with corporate audiences. Comparable to Planetiers for executive ESG training and event-driven GTM in Latin America, particularly relevant given Planetiers' São Paulo hub and Rio Innovation Week partnership.

Emerging players

• Solar Impulse Foundation: Swiss-based foundation curating 1,000+ clean and profitable solutions and connecting them with corporates and governments. Comparable to Planetiers for curating and matchmaking between sustainability solutions and decision-makers via missions and events.
• We Don't Have Time: Sweden-based climate media and community platform combining a social network, climate-focused content, and events. Comparable to Planetiers for sustainability community-building and content-driven engagement, but tech-platform-first rather than events-first.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@PlanetiersWorldGathering
• Facebookfacebook.com/planetiers.world.gathering
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/planetiers-world-gathering
• Instagraminstagram.com/planetiers.world.gathering
• TikToktiktok.com/@planetiersworldgathering

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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