SCEWC24

CONGRESS
OVERVIEW

Look back at the 2024 Congress, a global discussion shaping what’s next for cities.

A HUB OF KNOWLEDGE

THE CONGRESS ALL CITIES ARE LOOKING TO

The ultimate conversation on the most pressing issues of the global urban map.
Our largest, most comprehensive program to date, with 600+ international experts taking part in.
Full focus on real implementation, funding and scalability – combined with inspirational, thought-provoking talks.

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GLOBAL EXPERTS ON STAGE

Majora Carter

Majora Carter

Born, raised, and still living in the South Bronx, Majora works to reduce Brain Drain in American low-status communities. Real estate developer and urban revitalization strategist, she has helped connect tech industry pioneers to diverse communities at all levels. "Nobody should have to move out of their neighborhood to live in a better one”.

Jooho Whang

Jooho Whang

Jooho Whang is the CEO of Korea Hydro&Nuclear Power (KHNP), Korea’s largest power generation company and a trusted global clean energy provider. He has served in various roles, including as President of the Korean Nuclear Society, contributing significantly to Korea's nuclear industry.

Ruha Benjamin

Ruha Benjamin

Ruha Benjamin is the Alexander Stewart 1886 Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, and author of the award-winning book Race After Technology: Abolitionist Tools for the New Jim Code. Her work investigates the focus on the relationship between innovation and inequity, health and justice, knowledge and power.

Mohammed Al Sultan

Mohammed Al Sultan

Vice President of Community Services Operations at Saudi Aramco, Mohammed Al Sultan is responsible for Saudi Arabia facilities management for thousands of residents. Prior to this, he was GM of CS Projects & Technical Support and held directorial roles in several fields including Marine, Mechanical Svcs and Refinery Maintenance.

Stephanie Hare

Stephanie Hare

Dr Stephanie Hare is an author, broadcaster and researcher. She co-presents the BBC's weekly television programme, AI:Decoded, which explores the top stories in AI. Her first book, Technology Is Not Neutral: A Short Guide to Technology Ethics, was named a Financial Times best book of summer 2022.

Esam Alwagait

Esam Alwagait

Dr. Esam Alwagait is the Director of National Information Centre in Saudi Arabia. He has a collective experience of around 20 years in IT. Before Joining NIC, Dr. Alwagait was the CEO of National Digital Transformation Unit in Saudi Arabia. He worked also as the Deputy Minister for Technical Affairs at the ministry of foreign affairs. He worked in the ministry of education as the general supervisor for information technology.

Melati Wijsen

Melati Wijsen

Founder of Bye Bye Plastic Bags, world renowned changemaker and speaker, Melati has moderated National Geographic’s Sustainability Week (Bangkok), spoken at the UN and co-chaired the World Economic Forum GPAP Committee. Her film, Bigger Than Us, was premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

Roberto Gualtieri

Roberto Gualtieri

Roberto Gualtieri, Mayor of Rome, will share his vision for a city on the brink of transformation. With the Jubilee just around the corner, Rome is set to complete major projects aimed at revitalizing its infrastructure and cultural landscape. Mayor Gualtieri will also discuss a joint initiative with Barcelona to secure EU funding for social housing, the power of urban regeneration to attract global investment, and his approach to managing Rome’s booming tourism.

2024 CONGRESS PROGRAM

HIGHLIGHTED CONGRESS SESSIONS

Take a look at the top congress sessions that took place in the Auditorium.

KEYNOTE SESSION: MAJORA CARTER

INFRASTRUCTURE & BUILDING

10:30h – 11:00h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

ENABLING TECHNOLOGY
INFRASTRUCTURE & BUILDING

11:00h – 11:45h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
GOVERNANCE & ECONOMY

12:05h – 12:50h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

BLUE ECONOMY

12:50h – 13:40h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH LEVEL KEYNOTE: SASCHA PALLENBERG

MOBILITY

14:00h – 14:30h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

MOBILITY
GOVERNANCE & ECONOMY

14:30h – 15:15h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

MOBILITY

15:15h – 15:45h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

DIALOGUE

GOVERNANCE & ECONOMY
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

15:55h – 16:15h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

HIGH-LEVEL ROUNDTABLE

ENABLING TECHNOLOGY
LIVING & INCLUSION

16:15h – 17:05h | Hall 3 | Auditorium

2024 CONGRESS PROGRAM

CO-CREATED
CONGRESS SESSIONS

Discover the co-created congress sessions with top international institutions that went on at the event.

VERTICAL PROGRAMS

ONE VENUE.
MULTIPLE CONFERENCES

Dedicated parallel events deepening our approach on key areas of action.

The ultimate platform for sustainable & intelligent urban mobility.

#TMWC24
The global event empowering the green and digital transition of buildings and urban infrastructures.

#TBWC24
The international summit dedicated to promoting and developing the potential of the Blue Economy.

#TBEWC24

Find out more about the co-located events taking place within the framework of Smart City Expo World Congress.

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