Venturing into Climate Adptation

Summary

About the Workshop

An engaging and insightful workshop designed specifically for young entrepreneurs eager to make a difference in the world of climate adaptation. This workshop will provide you with knowledge and insights that will help develop innovative solutions that address the pressing challenges posed by climate change.

What to Expect:
– Expert Insights: Learn from an industry leader and climate adaptation expert about the latest trends, technologies, and strategies.
– Interactive Session: Participate in collaborative discussions to brainstorm and refine your ideas.
– Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, potential mentors, and investors who share your passion for sustainability.
– Practical Guidance: Gain practical advice on how to turn your climate adaptation ideas into viable business ventures.

Who Should Attend:
– Aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs interested in sustainability and climate resilience.
– Innovators looking to make a positive impact on the environment.
– Anyone passionate about creating solutions for a sustainable future.

Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Understand the latest trends, technologies, and strategies in climate adaptation.
Collaborate to brainstorm and refine innovative ideas for climate resilience.
Build networks with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and potential investors in sustainability.
Apply practical advice to transform climate adaptation ideas into viable ventures.

Tentative Agenda

10 minutes: Introduction and Welcoming
70 minutes: Venturing into Climate Adptation
10 minutes: QAs

Trainer Profile

Nadim Farajallah

“Professor Farajallah is the Chief Sustainability Officer at LAU. • PhD Environmental Engineer (1995), University of Oklahoma, USA. • MS Environmental Engineer (1992), University of Oklahoma, USA. • MS Irrigation Science (1989) Utah State University, USA. • BS General Agriculture (1985) American University of Beirut, Lebanon. Former Director of the Climate Change and Environment Program at the Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs (IFI) American University of Beirut ▪ Member of the Managing Committee for Blue Peace Initiative, a regional organization supported by the Swiss Government whose aim is to promote water cooperation within borders, and among sectors and generations to foster peace, stability and sustainable development ▪ Founding member of the Lebanon Chapter of the International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE) ▪ Member of the Lebanese delegation to the United Nation’s Convention on Climate Change – conference of the parties (COP) in 2009, 2011, 2013,2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019 ▪ Member of the Lebanese Ministry of Environment’s Climate Change Coordination Unit. ▪ Nominated member of the Vulnerability Assessment Working Group of the Regional Initiative for the Assessment of the Impact of Climate Change on Water Resources and Socio-Economic Vulnerability in the Arab Region (RICCAR)”