We invite you to engage in this academic discourse and contribute to the broader understanding and advancement of urban sustainability and resilience. This seminar series aims to foster a multidisciplinary discourse to address the challenges and opportunities inherent in urban sustainability and resilience, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11. This installment will feature Professor Dr. Nicola Tollin, UNESCO Chair on Urban Resilience at the University of Southern Denmark.

Reflecting the pivotal sentiment that "the battle for sustainable development will be won or lost in cities", this seminar series underscores the complex and interdisciplinary nature of urban environments as crucial arenas for sustainability endeavors.

Professor Dr. Tollin will deliver a comprehensive discourse on the evolution and future trajectory of urban resilience. Drawing upon his extensive experience spanning over two decades in sustainable development, climate change, and urban innovation, he will explore the critical milestones in the journey towards resilient urban environments. The talk will dissect the multifaceted challenges cities face in the context of sustainability and resilience, emphasizing the transformative potential of integrating digital solutions for urban governance.

The seminar aims to catalyze a multidisciplinary dialogue on urban sustainability and resilience, inviting participants to engage with the complex dynamics of urban environments and contribute to the global endeavor of creating sustainable and resilient cities for the future. We welcome researchers from diverse disciplines to contribute, interact, and cultivate innovative solutions for urban challenges.

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poster advertising the event with a picture of a city and Prf. Dr. Tollin © IIASA

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