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This award is given to the best research project with a meaningful and positive impact on the environment, which can be applied to the local conditions of the UAE.
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Uniting our efforts, bringing minds together, seeking out the challenges and finding the solutions: these are our foremost goals. We are pleased to host the Ajman International Environment Conference under the banner of a Climate-Neutral City 2050, to reach carbon neutrality and to advance distinctive projects and initiatives. May God grant us all success, prosperity and growth.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi
Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman
We are pleased to invite you to
From Commitment to Action: Advancing Sustainability, Climate Resilience & Net Zero
A chance to take an active part and engage directly with attendees and speakers.
A showcase of the latest technologies and innovations in environmental protection.
Featuring keynote presentations in which international experts address vital environmental issues.
Innovative approaches to urban climate adaptation using nature-based solutions such as blue-green infrastructure, urban forests, coastal resilience systems, and ecosystem-based flood and heat mitigation.
Integrated strategies for designing low-carbon, resource-efficient, and inclusive cities through smart land-use planning, green mobility, transit-oriented development, and circular urban systems.
Designing energy-smart cities through large-scale and decentralised integration of solar, wind, energy storage, smart grids, net-zero buildings, and positive-energy districts.
Harnessing artificial intelligence, digital twins, IoT, big data, and MRV systems for real-time environmental monitoring, emissions tracking, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based climate policy.
Strengthening urban resilience against climate risks, including heatwaves, flooding, sea-level rise, and air-quality extremes, through early-warning systems, resilient infrastructure, and climate-informed urban governance.
Engage with global pioneers and decision-makers shaping the future of sustainability, climate resilience, and net-zero transitions.
Explore cutting-edge innovations in smart cities, renewable energy, AI-driven environmental governance, and green infrastructure.
Gain practical insights and strategies for reducing urban carbon footprints, enhancing climate resilience, and accelerating sustainable development.
Exchange knowledge and best practices through high-level dialogues, technical sessions, and real-world case studies.
Build strategic partnerships and investment opportunities for future climate-smart and sustainable urban projects.
The Ajman 8th International Environment Conference (AIEC 2026) focuses on the pivotal role of cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking strategies in shaping the cities of tomorrow. The conference will explore the scientific, technological, and policy-driven pathways toward achieving carbon-neutral, resource-efficient, and climate-resilient urban environments.
AIEC 2026 serves as a global platform to advance dialogue on how cities can transform commitments into real, measurable action through innovation, governance, investment, and collaboration.
As cities become increasingly interconnected, the convergence of digital technologies with urban planning and environmental management offers unprecedented opportunities to create holistic, scalable, and sustainable urban solutions. The discussions, innovations, and outcomes of AIEC 2026 will provide a strong scientific and policy foundation for decision-makers, urban planners, researchers, and industry leaders to design and implement real-world solutions for the next generation of sustainable smart cities. This conference represents a critical milestone in Ajman’s and the UAE’s commitment to global sustainability leadership and environmental stewardship.
Plenary and panel sessions, hands-on workshops and an innovation showcase across 28–29 October 2026.
This hands-on workshop explores how artificial intelligence and real-time data analytics can be used for environmental management, policy enforcement, and climate resilience within urban areas.
Government regulators, municipal planners, data scientists, environmental engineers
Participants will design a prototype for an AI-enabled dashboard that visualises environmental metrics in a smart city context.
This workshop dives into the circular economy model and how smart cities can implement strategies to minimise waste and turn by-products into valuable resources through innovation.
Sustainability professionals, urban developers, environmental consultants, smart city startups
Participants will co-develop a circular economy roadmap tailored for mid-sized cities in the region.
Explore nature-inspired design and urban greening strategies to combat the effects of climate change while enhancing urban liveability and biodiversity.
Environmental planners, architects, civil engineers, and climate policy experts
Attendees will create a conceptual green infrastructure design for a selected urban district.
Engage in the ASDIF Forum—a catalyst for Ajman’s carbon-neutral journey through AI insights, carbon capture strategies, and nature-based innovation.
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Recognizing research, leadership, institutions, and creativity that propel sustainability forward through the prestigious Hamid bin Rashid Awards.
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This award is given to the best research project with a meaningful and positive impact on the environment, which can be applied to the local conditions of the UAE.
This award is granted to the best environmental personality who contributes to innovation, introduces eco-friendly technologies, and supports the concept of sustainability.
This award is granted to the best organisation (governmental or private) that adopts the best green practices and contributes to protecting natural resources, preserving the environment and sustainable development.
This award is granted to participants (individuals or organisations) who develop new, unique and applicable ideas, technologies, processes or practices that significantly improve environmental sustainability, together with an implementation plan.
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