The 2017 Vienna Energy Forum had a focus on ways to contribute to the successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. The CIF contributed to the conversation with several events highlighting projects supported through the Clean Technology Fund and the Scaling-Up Renewable Energy Program. The global gathering was a timely opportunity for diverse institutions and individuals to meet, discuss and highlight ideas and contributions towards SDG 7, access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.