Cognitive City Dialogue at COP29 in Azerbaijan by Dr Mohammad Radfar
Description of the Event Dr. Mohammad Radfar, an Associate Professor in Sustainable Urban Design and Planning at the University of Birmingham, chaired a significant workshop at the UAE Pavilion during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The session, titled “Innovating the Future: UAE's Path to Sustainable, Circular, and Cognitive Cities,” focused on the concept of cognitive cities—an advanced version of smart cities utilizing AI and machine learning for proactive urban management. Dr. Radfar's presentation emphasized the human-centric approach of cognitive cities, aiming to empower citizens and enhance governance. The workshop featured a panel discussion with experts addressing various aspects of urban innovation, including: Circular Economy in City Design (Pooja Ganatra): Insights on the UAE's waste-to-energy projects. Sustainable Mobility (Prof. Khaled Galal Ahmed): Innovations in transportation, such as autonomous vehicles. Human-Centric City Design (Dr. Khaled AlAwadi): Focus on inclusivity and sustainability in urban planning. Cognitive Cities (Dr. Radfar): Discussion of AI's role in adaptive urban governance. The event underscored the UAE's commitment to sustainable urbanism and showcased its advancements in creating innovative, resilient cities.
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Redefining Luxury in the Modern Era: A Shift Towards Personalisation, Well-being, and Ethical Responsibility
The definition of luxury has evolved in today's world, shifting towards more personalized experiences, comfort, and ethical responsibility. These changes reflect social transformations and technological advancements, moving the concept of luxury from quantity to quality and authenticity.
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