SHAPE THE FUTURE OF NEXT GENERATION INFRASTRUCTURE
Well-planned infrastructure strengthens the resiliency, sustainability, and the economic viability and livability of communities. Offered by the University of Washington Department of Urban Design and Planning, the Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management online degree prepares you to lead the development of the next generation of critical infrastructure systems — improving security, and accessibility. Gain a broad understanding of the complexity and the interdependencies between infrastructure systems — communications, public health, water, energy, food and transportation — with a final project that allows you to showcase your acquired knowledge about an infrastructure issue of your choice.
PROGRAM FEATURES
- In-depth courses covering key topics such as infrastructure finance, emergency management, green infrastructure practices, urban mobility, climate change, urban informatics, geographic information systems, social equity and inclusion, and community resilience
- Examination of key infrastructure sectors and their essential components through the lens of systems thinking
- All-hazards risk management approach, shaped by faculty and industry experts, that complements a traditional emergency management focus, encompassing threats from natural hazards, deterioration, cyber penetrations, and climate change
- Instruction based on case studies and problem solving to strengthen critical thinking and leadership skills
- Increased focus on use of data analysis tools and systems to improve decision making and strategic planning
CONVENIENT ONLINE FORMAT
Take advantage of our robust online learning platform to complete your degree no matter where you live or work. This 100% online program is specifically designed with working professionals in mind, allowing those in a global mobile workforce to earn their graduate degree. Study with UW faculty and industry practitioners who offer diverse expertise in their respective fields.
DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development
A flexible, part-time doctoral programme over four to eight years.
Starting October 2021.
The Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) provides outstanding graduates with an opportunity to pursue in-depth and rigorous research into the pressing challenges of urban sustainability.
You will receive guidance from your University supervisor, be encouraged to develop your independent research skills through our doctoral training initiatives and have full access to Oxford’s research facilities and online resources.
Potential supervisors are available from a range of specialists across the University of Oxford.
Find out more about the doctoral programme.
Pollutec, the international leading show for environmental professionals, a shop window for environmental solutions for businesses, cities and regions, and a launchpad for market innovations and international development, will be held in Lyon, France, from 12-15th of October.
For more than 40 years, Pollutec has been a great source of inspiration for professionals in search of practical solutions and innovation and new connections with key players in the industry.
During 4 days, Pollutec covers a wide range of sectors such as waste management, water management, energy and energy efficiency, contaminated sites and soils, sustainable cities and buildings, air quality, odours and noise, instrumentation, metrology and analysis, risk management and prevention, biodiversity and natural environments, sea and coastline etc.
Pollutec 2021 is an exhaustive seminar programme across 5 key environmental challenges: decarbonisation of industry, management of water resources, biodiversity and businesses, waste management and the fight against soil artificialisation.
In parallel, spurred-on by the success of 2018, the show will replicate its Circular Economy Forum, the stream dedicated to implementing the principles of circularity for cities, regions and businesses. This also provides an opportunity to examine political advances, both at national and European level, and to understand the effects of these legislative changes from different angles.
Ever so popular since its inception in 2016, another show highlight is the Pollutec Innovations Awards showcasing best -in-class innovations from French and international eco-innovative companies.
Punctuating the 4 days, in addition to all the talks, workshops, business meetings etc., Pollutec offers a number of innovative features and educational activities such as:
- The “Gaïatica” Escape Game
- A Water Hub
- Pollutec Sea & Coastline show
- Seas of Plastic show
To date, 27% of visitors who registered for Pollutec are international. They will get the opportunity to meet with more than 300 international exhibitors from 26 countries.
For more information, please visit: www.pollutec.com or contact Marion DUTANG – mdutang@promosalons.co.uk
MOVE is the world’s most important mobility event, where disruptive technology and innovation drive a carbon zero future for the entire value chain. Across the mobility spectrum, OEMs, transport operators, tech companies, energy companies, fast growing start-ups and policymakers gather every year to discover next generation technologies being brought into the marketplace. MOVE is their first port of call.
What’s new for MOVE London 2022:
- 15 brand new mobility topics, 33 topics in total!
- 18 stages – double the number at MOVE 2021
- Over 700 C- and Director-level mobility speakers – double last November’s total
- 5,000 attendees – you guessed it, that’s times two!
- 300+ start-ups – that’s triple what we had last year!
- Brand new technical automotive and battery sessions
- Brand new vehicle expo, featuring the hottest car, bus and truck technology
- Return of the much loved Start Me Up pitching contest
- Enhanced and more detailed matchmaking on our app
Free tickets are available for individuals who work for an automotive OEM, fleet manager, or the public sector. Cities Today readers get 50% discount with promo code CITIEST50. Secure your place today: https://bit.ly/35xi1Sc
Reuters Events: Automotive USA (Oct 18-19, Detroit) is the industry gathering to unite senior level OEM leaders who will address how they will build software-defined electric vehicles, reshape the OEM business model and plan for an autonomous future.
Reaching a North American audience, this event will shape the future strategies across business-critical topics including electrification, connectivity, autonomous vehicles, sustainability, supply chain and customer-first strategies.
The 2022 stage will include Chief Technology, Strategy, Engineering and Marketing leaders from global automakers, the influential speaker line-up for 2022 includes:
- Scott Keogh, CEO and President, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Jérémie Papin, Senior Vice President, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and Chairperson, Nissan Americas, Nissan Americas
- Linda Zhang, F-150 Chief Nameplate Engineer, Ford Motor Company
- Steve Carlisle, Executive Vice President and President, GM North America
- Gil West, Chief Operating Officer, Cruise
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