EY Sweden returns to Almedalsveckan 2026 with a strong focus on AI, security, sustainability and societal development. Over three days EY will host eleven seminars, panel discussions and meetings that bring together business, the public sector and decision-makers in Visby.
EY has participated in Almedalen since 2006, and 2026 marks the firm’s 20th year at the event. This year’s program continues to emphasise dialogue, collaboration and future-oriented topics through open seminars, roundtable conversations and interactive experiences designed to spark action and long-term solutions.
“Almedalen is an essential forum to discuss how Sweden should navigate the intersection of AI, security and sustainability. Our 20th participation reflects EY’s long-term commitment to the societal issues shaping Sweden’s future. As circumstances change rapidly, solution-focused conversations are more important than ever — and we must convert insight into action. Through our activities we aim to contribute to sustainable solutions that make a real difference,” says Linda Andersson, head of public sector at EY in the Nordics.
Four Futures of AI presents possible scenarios
At Almedalen this year EY presents the interactive experience Four Futures of AI. The concept demonstrates how today’s choices about AI governance, responsibility and strategy could lead to different societal and economic outcomes through 2030.
Visitors will explore four distinct future scenarios, gaining a concrete sense of how strategic AI decisions can affect innovation, regulation, security and competitiveness. The goal is to provide a solid basis for conversations about how AI should be used responsibly across both the public and private sectors.
EY records podcast episodes live from Almedalen
For the first time, the EY Nordic Fit For Future Podcast will be recorded live at Almedalen. Short, approximately 15-minute episodes will capture timely themes from the week as EY experts meet external guests and seminar participants for focused conversations.
The podcast initiative aims to make the insights and discussions from Almedalen accessible to people who cannot attend in Visby, broadening the reach of the event’s debate and ideas.
Seminars on AI, defence, energy and healthtech
Open seminars are a central element of EY’s presence at Almedalen 2026. Over three days the firm will host eleven sessions focused on AI, the energy transition, sustainability, the defence sector and digital transformation.
Topics this year include Sweden’s skills and capacity needs in the defence sector, AI-driven competitiveness, and how digital transformation shapes preparedness and innovation. Sessions will also address the energy transition, sustainable business models and the future of health technology solutions.
All activities will take place at Amici Belli, Strandgatan 11 in Visby.
EY seminar programme during Almedalsveckan 2026
Tuesday 23 June
07:45–08:30 Can entrepreneurship address both poverty and sustainability?
08:45–10:00 Four future scenarios for AI – what choices must we make today?
10:30–11:30 The energy transition is coming – who will dare to invest?
15:00–16:00 When AI decides the future: how can Sweden take a leadership position?
Wednesday 24 June
07:45–09:00 How to win tomorrow’s energy customer
09:30–10:30 Winning in an AI-driven retail sector – no matter the future
11:00–12:00 Do we have the capability to realise innovative healthtech solutions?
15:00–16:00 How do we secure skills and capacity in Sweden’s defence sector?
Thursday 25 June
07:45–08:45 How do we measure sustainable business beyond growth?
09:00–10:00 How can tax rules support reuse and sustainability in the real estate sector?
10:30–11:30 Minimum Viable Sweden – what is our baseline for crisis preparedness?
EY’s presence at Almedalen 2026 underscores the firm’s commitment to shaping public debate and practical policy solutions where business, government and civil society meet. The programme is designed to stimulate informed discussion, encourage cross-sector collaboration and surface actionable ideas that can be taken forward after the week in Visby.