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Oriana Romano

Head of Unit Water Governance, Blue and Circular Economy Cities, Urban Policies, and Sustainable Development Division Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities | OECD Paris, France

Sessions

15:00h

Dialogue | SMART CITY EXPO

From Scarcity to Sustainability: Rethinking Water for Tomorrow

Anu Devi World Economic Forum Lead, Urban Transformation Chair

Oriana Romano OECD Head of Unit Water Governance, Blue and Circular Economy Cities, Urban Policies, and Sustainable Development Division Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Speaker

Sabine Stuiver Hydraloop CMO & Co-Founder Speaker

#Rainwater systems, #Water Management

05-11-2024 15:00 05-11-2024 15:20 Europe/Madrid From Scarcity to Sustainability: Rethinking Water for Tomorrow

What is the role of water management and economics in sustaining a sustainable future for cities and regions worldwide? This session will delve into innovative water strategies, focusing on water conservation and circular water-smart systems, along with insights into the economics and financing of water sustainability. Attendees will gain valuable insights into fostering sustainable practices and tackling water scarcity on a global scale.

Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room

Tue 5 15:00h - 15:20h Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room Full Congress Pass

15:30h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Circularity as the New Paradigm for Sustainable Growth

Maíta Fernández-Armesto Sánchez Barcelona City Council Director of Public Space Chair

Vanessa Velasco Bernal Secretary District of Habitat Speaker

Amy Aussieker Envision Charlotte Executive Director Speaker

John Roberson City of Chicago Chief Operating Officer Speaker

#Circularity, #Waste Management, #Water Management

05-11-2024 15:30 05-11-2024 16:15 Europe/Madrid Circularity as the New Paradigm for Sustainable Growth

Increasing environmental pressures are changing the collection of natural resources, and circular practices are an efficient, green solution. These practices provide food security, water management, and waste reduction. What innovative strategies promote circularity in urban resource management? How can this approach address environmental, social, and economic challenges?

Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room

Tue 5 15:30h - 16:15h Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room Full Congress Pass

12:45h

Solution Talks | SMART CITY EXPO

Are We Ready for Tech-Forward Solutions?

Oriana Romano OECD Head of Unit Water Governance, Blue and Circular Economy Cities, Urban Policies, and Sustainable Development Division Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Chair

Tomaž Lanišek City of Kranj Head of Office for Development and Smart City Speaker

Maiju Viiki City of Tampere Account Manager Speaker

Hannah Prior Microsoft WW Climate Resilience Lead for Government Speaker

Kaveh Vessali PwC Middle East Partner, Digital Services, Cognitive Cities Lead Speaker

Maurits Kaptein Network Optix Chief Data Scientist Speaker

Ali Albrahim Aramco Digital Transformation Consultant Speaker

#Data Management, #Innovation Ecosystems, #Smart Environments

05-11-2024 12:45 05-11-2024 13:30 Europe/Madrid Are We Ready for Tech-Forward Solutions?

Focusing on the intersection of technology and urban innovation, this session highlights the practical solutions for redefining cities for the 21st century. Through the lens of efficiency, sustainability, and social equity, the showcased solutions will display how advanced technologies are being implemented to create smarter, greener, and more inclusive urban environments. How are cities leveraging innovation to meet the demands of modern living while ensuring a balanced and equitable approach to urban growth?

This session will feature the participation of our global partners Microsoft, PwC in Middle East, Aramco

Hall 2 | Orange Agora

Tue 5 12:45h - 13:30h Hall 2 | Orange Agora All Passes