Resilient Futures: Innovating Water and Environmental Security

NYUAD Institute

This talk will showcase how innovative solutions recognized by the Prize are successfully bridging economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. The speakers will explore how AI and cutting-edge technology in environmental sustainability and water security empower vulnerable communities to build resilience and self-sufficiency. Highlighting the work of Prize finalists, the discussion will demonstrate practical solutions in water security, their role in driving climate adaptation, strengthening communities, and fostering sustainable progress, inspiring students to think globally and act locally through sustainable projects. Speakers Rhett Butler, CEO, SkyJuice Foundation Jane Glavan, Co-founder, Distant Imagery Walter J.R. Buydens, CEO, Turbulent Moderated by Antonios Vouloudis, Senior Director, Sustainability and Stewardship, NYUAD In collaboration with Zayed Sustainability Prize Office of Sustainability and Stewardship, NYUAD Voices of Sustainability by the Sustainability Prize