Future Cities 1.0
Schedule
Thu Oct 31 2024 at 09:00 am
UTC+06:00Location
Kazi Motahar Hossain Building, University of Dhaka | Dhaka, DA
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Future Cities 1.0Event Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Venue: Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka
Qazi Motahar Hossain Bhaban,
Urbanization is rapidly transforming the world, with cities now home to 56% of the global population, that is, 4.4 billion people and is expected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050. While cities drive economic growth, they face significant challenges, including over 2 billion tons of annual waste, projected to increase by 70%. Cities consume 75% of global energy and generate 70% of greenhouse gas emissions, making them key players in climate change. Urban heat islands further threaten the environment and economic productivity, with expected GDP losses of 1.4-1.7% by 2050. These issues underscore the urgent need for sustainable and innovative solutions.
Are you ready to be the Solution?
Future Cities 1.0
#YouthForSustainability
To engage the youth in addressing such challenges, the Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka is organizing Future Cities 1.0, an event to mark the World Cities Day. This initiative aims to engage and empower youth by fostering intellectual discussions, creativity, and action-oriented solutions for the sustainable cities of tomorrow.
The event provides a platform for students to explore the complexities of urbanization and its impacts, while encouraging them to take an active role in shaping the future of our cities. Through a series of thought-provoking activities including a panel discussion, urban quiz, and poster presentation , participants will gain insights into urban sustainability, city planning, and innovative ways to address global urban challenges.
Events:
1. Urban Quiz: The Urban Quiz will challenge students on a variety of engaging topics related to cities and urban life. Questions will cover the processes and impacts of urban growth, urbanization trends, urban primacy, resilience, urban waste management, the evolution of urban spaces, history of planning in Dhaka, the principles of sustainable and livable communities, issues facing modern cities including economic factors, social dynamics, transportation, governance, policy, environmental challenges etc.
Eligibility: Undergraduate and Graduate Students from any Institution in Bangladesh (Seats are limited).
Rules: There will be 30 Multiple Choice questions.
Registration Fee: 100 Tk
Bkash: 01857377256, 01712066216
Nagad: 01712066216
Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnSBIbkWvXwbCmTv_YtYrz7loT6U8DiigMo2I1Bt5yCKQwQA/viewform
2. Poster Presentation: The Poster Presentation offers participants the opportunity to showcase their creative ideas and solutions for urban-related challenges. Each team will develop a poster that addresses any one of the given themes from an urban perspective, drawing on their unique backgrounds and perspectives - be it economic, social, planning, or environmental.
Eligibility: Undergraduate and Graduate Students from any Institution in Bangladesh
Team: Maximum 3 members per Team (Cross Institutional Teams are also allowed)
Submission of Abstract (Maximum 500 Words): You need to fill up the form and submit your abstract there. After submission, you will receive a confirmation mail.
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 25, 2024
Registration Link for Abstract Submission:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7DagdULxGSXcUB_Fzs56RS14gpFTERIpHTSUVqZVwMawHlg/viewform
Themes of Poster Presentation:
1. Digital Innovation for Climate Action
2. Inclusive Economic Growth
3. Sustainable Urban Transportation System
Registration Fee: 300 Tk (Per team)
*You will only have to pay the fee if your abstract gets selected for presentation in the Final Round.
Bkash: 01857377256, 01712066216
Nagad: 01712066216
3. Panel Discussion: The panel discussion will feature experts engaging with each other and students on pressing urban issues.
(Open to all Participants)
P.S.
*Participation Certificates will be provided to everyone.
*Winners will receive Crests and Certificates.
Contact for more
+88 01927260567
+88 01786271160
+88 01621957601
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Where is it happening?
Kazi Motahar Hossain Building, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, BangladeshEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
