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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: The Case for Environmental Data Governance and Blockchain Transparency in the MENA Region
Introduction With the environmental landscape across the MENA region currently in a state that requires key regulatory and sustainable attention, the implementation of environmental data governance directives has proven to be non-negotiable reality. On the other hand, the introduction of revolutionary advancements, such as blockchain technology, improved the methods and systems through which information can
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: Bridging the Ecological and Digital Transformation Gap for Environmental Sustainability
Introduction The MENA region is currently undergoing significant ecological transformations caused by the advent of climate change and rapid urbanization. This is triggering severe environmental damage with increasing calls for the solutions of a policy and technological nature. While policies are being created to meet this need, technological advancements already exist to a considerable degree,
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: Regulatory Frameworks for Curbing Cyber Threats to Digital Environmental Infrastructure
Introduction With the introduction of technologically enhanced sustainable systems, environmental structures are becoming more exposed to recurrent cyber attacks. Infrastructure like water supply and waste management facilities have proven to be a popular target for hackers as it gives them the ability to easily disrupt the lives of millions. A key example of this took
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Environmental Monitoring of Marine Pollution in the MENA Region
Introduction Over the years, marine pollution in the MENA region has grown more severe with the World Bank estimating that total waste generation is expected to double by 2050 to 255 million tons. It also doesn’t help that the region is also home to one of the world’s fastest eroding coastlines. According to a region-focused
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Qatar’s Adoption of the IFRS International Sustainability Disclosure Standards; Financial and Sustainability Reporting Prospects in 2026
In line with its commitment to proactive sustainability development, Qatar became the first country in the GCC to adopt the International Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB). The country also plans to proceed with wider mandatory application, setting the pace for regional development in the field of sustainability reporting. Qatar’s consistent focus on ESG promotion in the
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Outcome Accelerators: The COP30 Agenda (6)
Introduction With the ongoing COP30 discussions, there are bound to be difficult chokepoints that make it hard for delegates to make any meaningful progress on the key issues for consideration. That said, these bottlenecks don’t last due to the presence of “accelerators”. These nations are key to driving conversations and ensuring other nations come to
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Human and Social Development: The COP30 Agenda (5)
Introduction On a global scale, human and social development is an intrinsic aspect of furthering sustainability and climate change resilience. With conversations on environmental protection and the importance of placing natural safeguards, it would be a great disservice to leave out discussions on the individuals who play dual roles in the causes and effects of
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Urban and Water Resilience: The COP30 Agenda (4)
Introduction When discussing the realities of the adverse effects of climate change, it’s crucial to keep in mind that cities are at the very forefront of the receiving end. Urban areas are also affected by direct water, one of the primary mediums through which residents experience climate change e.g. droughts, floods, or water scarcity. Faced
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Agricultural and Food System Transformation: The COP30 Agenda (3)
Food security has emerged as an important aspect of the sustainability conversation with a 2025 United Nations report stating that 8.2% of the global population experienced severe hunger in 2024. Given the urgency of the situation, it is vital for nations to implement resilient agricultural and food systems which guarantee chronic hunger does not become
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Sustainable Forest Management, Ocean Conservation, and Biodiversity: The COP30 Agenda (2)
Introduction Brazil’s national territory consists of approximately 58.5% to 59.3% of forest area with an estimated 98% being naturally occurring. This puts the country in a very unique position for the COP30 deliberations as sustainable forest management s is a key aspect of international concern as deforestation continues to be on the rise. Beyond the
