The International SEEDS conference aims to bring together experts from around the world to focus on changes required to minimise the impact of human activity on the environment. The conference is in collaboration with CIB TG96 Accelerating Innovation in Construction.
The information below has been provided by SEEDS.
The theme of the conference is Achieving Resilience through Sustainable Digitalization and Ecological Engineering in the 21st Century and the CIB theme is Accelerating the Adoption of Innovation to Deliver a Sustainable Built Environment.
At the nexus of digitisation and sustainability, we find an evolving landscape where technological advancements not only complement but also enhance the core tenets of Sustainable Ecological Engineering Design for Society (SEEDS). While we embrace the vast potentials of digital technologies in improving efficiency, predictive capabilities, and data-driven decision-making, it is crucial to integrate these tools without losing sight of the fundamental principles of ecological design.
These principles—centered around harmony with nature, resource conservation, and sustainable development—remain as relevant today as they ever were. The challenge and opportunity for SEEDS 2024 lie in marrying the innovation and agility of these advancements with the wisdom and foresight of ecological design. This integration aims to foster solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also deeply rooted in ecological responsibility and sustainability.
Thus, this year’s conference serves as a bridge between three essential elements:
- Embracing cutting-edge innovations
- Preserving time-tested ecological wisdom
- Fostering resilience in our communities and ecosystems
Themes
How do we leverage the advancements in digital technology and industry 4.0 to promote sustainable and ecological engineering for society?
To answer this key question, the conference themes will encompass:
- Digital Transformation for Sustainability: Exploring the role of digitalization, industry 4.0, and generative ai in ecological engineering.
- Resilient Communities in a Changing World: Strategies for building societal resilience and adapting to environmental challenges.
- Nature-Inspired Engineering and Biomimicry: Harnessing the wisdom of nature for innovative sustainable solutions.
- Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Integrating time-tested practices with cutting-edge technologies for ecological sustainability.
- Ethics, Responsibility, and Sustainability: Navigating the moral and ethical dimensions of sustainable ecological engineering.
- Urban Sustainability and Smart Cities: Promoting sustainable urban planning, infrastructure, and digital solutions for future cities.
Key Dates
- 1st Call for abstract submissions 17 November 2023
- 2nd Call for abstracts submissions 4 December 2023
- Final call for abstracts submissions 15 January 2024
- Abstract submission deadline 19 February 2024
- Notification on abstract 18 March 2024
- Paper submission deadline 22April 2024
- Notification on full paper 20 May 2024
- Final paper submission deadline 10 June 2024
Source: SEEDS website
