Ajman University Expert Speaks at World Green Building Week on MENA’s Zero Carbon Future

Ajman University continues to demonstrate its thought leadership on the global sustainability stage, with a university expert invited as a distinguished speaker at the “One Region, Many Pathways: MENA Zero Carbon & Climate Resilience Readiness – 3.5 Lightning Talks.”

Organized by the Emirates Green Building Council (EGBC) in collaboration with the Iraq, Tunisia, and Morocco Green Building Councils, the event was held as a key part of World Green Building Week under the WorldGBC MENA Network. The session highlighted the critical need for cross-border collaboration to accelerate the region's transition to a resilient, net-zero future.

Highlighting Regional Pathways to Decarbonization

The "Lightning Talks" format brought together leading experts, policymakers, and industry pioneers from across the Middle East and North Africa to share rapid-fire, high-impact insights. The Ajman University speaker contributed vital perspectives on how the MENA region can navigate its unique environmental and economic challenges to achieve zero carbon and climate resilience.

By emphasizing that there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution, the discussions underscored the importance of localized pathways that account for the diverse climates, resources, and policy landscapes across the MENA region. The Ajman University expert highlighted how academic research, innovative green building practices, and cross-sector partnerships can combine to accelerate climate readiness.

A Milestone in the EGBC Partnership

This speaking engagement is the latest achievement under the dynamic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ajman University and EmiratesGBC. The university’s ongoing collaboration with the Council has yielded remarkable results, including:

• Serving as a judge for the 13th Annual MENA Green Building Awards.

• Participating as an expert in the World Cities Day Roundtable Discussion.

• Contributing to the EGBC Women’s Network White Paper on advancing equity in the UAE built environment.

• Collaborating on the "Healthy UAE Universities Campaign" to enhance indoor environmental quality on campus.

The World Green Building Week platform further elevates this partnership, connecting Ajman University’s expertise to a broader international network of Green Building Councils.

Aligning with Ajman University’s Sustainability Mission

This international speaking engagement perfectly aligns with Ajman University’s institutional commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Ajman University recently reinforced its leadership in these areas by ranking among the world's top 300 universities in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026, and securing the #1 spot in the UAE for SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Shaping the Future of the Built Environment

As the MENA region prepares for an era of rapid urban development and stringent climate targets, the role of higher education in driving innovation cannot be overstated. By sharing its expertise at events like World Green Building Week, Ajman University is not only contributing to regional policy dialogues but also ensuring that its students and faculty are actively engaged in designing the sustainable, resilient cities of tomorrow.