Exchange of experiences in innovation and international cooperation at a series of seminars

NDO - In order to promote cooperation on innovation between Vietnam and Australia, the University of Technology Sydney organized a series of seminars on "Building the future: technology, innovation and cooperation" from November 1-2 in Hanoi .

The project is developed through the collaboration between the University of Technology Sydney, the Department of Technology and Innovation Development and the Hanoi University of Science and Technology. Within the framework of the program, the units will organize a series of events bringing together leaders and experts in many fields to discuss key issues in technology development and innovation cooperation in Vietnam today.

“The program will delve into issues such as: transformational approaches to sustainable development, challenges and opportunities of smart cities, the potential of circular economy and green technology, as well as the important role of water resource management and international cooperation,” said Professor Nghiem Duc Long, Director of the Center for Water Resources and Wastewater Technology at the University of Technology, Sydney.

The Smart Cities session, the first of the series, will explore the shift from traditional infrastructure to an integrated physical-digital approach.

Here, the group of experts will provide multi-dimensional perspectives on the core elements to form a smart city, integrating sustainability into urban planning and projects. At the same time, optimizing the use of resources through technology, people and natural resources.

In addition to smart cities, circular economy and green technology are also topics of interest to domestic and international researchers. This discussion will analyze the entire supply chain, delve deeper into new technologies, products, services and industries in Vietnam.

Professor Damien Giurco, Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney, commented: “The next five years will be a pivotal period for transforming society through innovation, investing in future skills and moving towards sustainable thinking. This discussion will focus on clarifying how to deploy green technology, circular economy in the current policy context and finding new growth opportunities.”

Additionally, in the final discussion session, issues surrounding water resources management and international cooperation will be discussed.

“By collaborating with other countries and participating in international organisations, Vietnam can leverage expertise in water resources management, technology and innovative solutions. This framework not only facilitates knowledge exchange but also contributes to the development of appropriate solutions. This will bring long-term benefits to Vietnam in dealing with water challenges in the face of climate change and increasing demand,” added Dr Nicola Nelson, Head of Projects and International Partnerships at the Australian Water Resources Association.

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