The Green Sustainable Future in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (GiKS)
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Inspired by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, “The Green Sustainable Future in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia” (GiKS) seeks to be a beacon for innovation in environmental sustainability.Hosted by Applied Research Center for Environment and Marine Studies, we are honored to welcome experienced speakers from around the world to offer their insightful thoughts. We intend to raise awareness of the value of sustainable practices and the possible returns on investment in research and innovation through their thought-provoking talks. As a key initiative in the Kingdom's efforts to create a sustainable future, the GiKS in hoping to promote cooperation, exchange ground-breaking concepts, and highlight creative solutions that will help the Kingdom have agreener, more sustainable future. Participate with us in this year's annual conference as we explore the most recent developments of green innovation and chart a path toward a future that is brighter and more environmentally conscious.
Important Dates
Poster Submission
January 20, 2025
Extended Abstract Submission
January 20, 2025
Attending Registration
January 28, 2025
Expected Outcomes of The Conference?
Research and Technology Advancements
Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration
Education and Youth Engagement
International Collaboration
Speakers
Eng. Fahd Bin Muhammad Al-Jubair
Mayor, Eastern Province Municipality
Bio: Extensive experience in municipal and urban development.
Mr. Adnan Bin Abdulrahman Alalyani
Director General of Environmental Technologies, NCECKSA
Dr. Talal Al-Harigi
CEO, Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority
Bio: Urban planning expert with leadership roles at Saudi Aramco and NTCC.
Presentation Title: "Ecosystem-based Strategies for Sustainable Greening"
Dr. Mariska Weijerman
Senior Ecologist, Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority
Dr. Aboobacker Valliyil Mohammed
Research Associate Professor, Qatar University
Presentation Title: "Ecosystem Restoration in the Arabian Gulf"
Dr. Aman Singh
Senior Hydrogeologist, GSI Environmental Inc., USA
Bio: Specializes in groundwater modeling and environmental solutions.
Dr. Sorab Panday
Principal Engineer, GSI Environmental Inc., USA
Prof. Emmanuel Hanert
Professor, UCLouvain, Belgium
Prof. Susana Carvalho
Associate Professor of Practice, KAUST
Dr. Ali Alshaikhi
Assistant Deputy of Livestock and Fisheries, Ministry of Environment Water & Agriculture
Conference Themes
Theme 1:
Strategies for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in GCC
Theme 2:
Stewardship of Semi-arid Terrestrial Ecosystem
Theme 3:
Ecosystem-based Management of Marine Resources
Theme 4:
Smart Technologies in Environmental Monitoring
Strategic Partners
