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Dubai to host inaugural international conference on Green AI in January 2026
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Zayed International Foundation for the Environment has announced the inaugural Dubai International Conference & Exhibition on Green Artificial Intelligence, to be held on January 24–25, 2026, at the Dubai Police Academy, in strategic partnership with the Dubai Police Academy and Curtin University Dubai.
Held under the theme “Harnessing Technology to Achieve Environmental Sustainability,” the two-day event will focus on the role of Artificial Intelligence in addressing global environmental challenges, including climate risks, ecosystem degradation, biodiversity loss, and the growing environmental footprint of digital infrastructure. Organisers said the conference aims to position Dubai as a leading platform for dialogue and collaboration on responsible, sustainability-driven technological innovation.
The conference will convene international experts from across government, academia, industry, and civil society, including environmental scientists, AI researchers, urban planners, technologists, and policy specialists. Discussions will centre on how AI can be ethically designed and practically deployed to support environmental resilience while minimising energy consumption, water use, and emissions associated with advanced computing systems.
According to the Foundation, the event reflects its broader commitment to advancing sustainability through environmental technology and innovation. Over two days, participants will explore emerging AI applications in areas such as environmental infrastructure protection, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity monitoring, climate modelling, smart cities, and clean mobility, alongside governance frameworks for the responsible use of AI in environmental decision-making.
The conference will bring together a distinguished group of senior officials, academics, and international experts to deliver keynote addresses and thought-leadership sessions. H.E. Abdalla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of the Dubai Police, is scheduled to address the conference, highlighting the role of advanced technologies in public security and sustainability. Academic leadership will be represented by Prof. Dr. Ammar Kaka, Pro Vice Chancellor of Curtin University Dubai, and Dr. K. Anand, Managing Trustee of Adishankara Engineering Institute, who will share perspectives on engineering education and sustainable innovation.
The programme will also feature a keynote address by Prof. Dr. Mohammad A. Bin Fahad, Chairman of the Zayed International Foundation for the Environment, focusing on the strategic importance of Green Artificial Intelligence in advancing global environmental objectives. Technical and policy-oriented discussions will include a keynote presentation on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity delivered by Dubai Police, as well as a keynote on the importance and challenges of general artificial intelligence by Dr. Anwar Dafa-Alla, President of the Sudanese ICT Professionals Association in Qatar. In addition, Prof. Dr. Chithirai Pon Selvan, John Curtin Distinguished Professor and Director of Engineering and Science at Curtin University Dubai, will deliver a keynote examining current global environmental issues and emerging sustainability challenges.
Announcing the conference, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Bin Fahad said the initiative reflects a growing global recognition of AI as a strategic tool in environmental protection. He noted that the event aims to bring together leading minds to ensure advanced technologies are deployed responsibly and aligned with long-term sustainability goals, benefiting both present and future generations.
Dr. Hamdan Khalifa Al Shaer, Deputy Chairman of the Higher Committee at the Foundation, said the convergence of artificial intelligence and environmental sustainability presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation. He added that the conference will focus on translating research and policy discussions into practical solutions that support measurable environmental impact.
Prof. Chithirai Pon Selvan said Curtin University Dubai’s involvement underscores its commitment to bridging academic research with real-world environmental action. He highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in accelerating the adoption of AI-driven approaches for ecological restoration and climate resilience.
Key topics to be addressed during the conference include environmental policy and AI governance, combating misinformation in environmental science, AI-powered natural resource management, biodiversity and marine ecosystem tracking, energy-efficient infrastructure, real-time climate modelling, disaster risk prediction, green algorithm design, and reducing the environmental footprint of data centres and AI model training.
The programme will feature keynote addresses, focused presentations, interactive discussions, and networking sessions, concluding with a closing ceremony and certificate distribution. Organisers said the conference represents a significant milestone for global cooperation at the intersection of technology and environmental stewardship, reinforcing the role of responsible AI in shaping a more sustainable future.