The second evening of Earthx2026 is devoted to the leaders, institutions, and innovators actively shaping the future of the global economy and innovation.
The transition to a more sustainable world will require capital, execution, and leadership at scale—capable of moving markets, transforming industries, and delivering measurable outcomes in real time.
The evening is anchored by the presentation of the inaugural Sylvia Earle Ocean Protectors Prize
Named for one of the most important voices in ocean exploration and advocacy, this prize honors exceptional leadership in protecting the planet’s most vital and least understood ecosystem. In recognizing Sylvia Earle, the evening pays tribute to a lifetime spent deepening humanity’s relationship with the sea—and fighting to preserve it.
It will also feature the presentation of the second annual 10 Brand Heroes Awards.