A discussion around the challenges of having limited access to water, and how communities can be empowered by technologies and existing natural resources to provide water where it's needed.

Improving Access to Water

Access to Water

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Inside Expo: The Future of Wellness

The Good Place - Audio Guide

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Experience a structure inspired by the spirit of the UAE's founding fathers.

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Meet ordinary people doing extraordinary things and join a global community of changemakers.

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In February 1968, this nation's founding fathers met under a desert tent and shared an idea that would turn into something truly great: the United Arab Emirates. Animated by this spirit of collaboration, The Good Place by Expo Live is an exhibition space dedicated to showcasing human potential and those who work to advance it – through the Expo Live innovation and partnership programme and beyond.

With a design inspired by the tent where the UAE was conceived, the pavilion showcases social innovations conceived to improve our lives. Come and meet ordinary people doing extraordinary things – and be inspired to join our global community.


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Designed by renowned Emirati architect Ahmad Abdulrahman Bukhash, The Good Place’s structure expands the Bedouin tent shape into an elegant white canopy, folded with seven origami-like angles on each side to join at a tall peak. The tent seems to float over a clean, glass box. 

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Co-curated with the UAE Minister of State's Office for Food and Water Security and UN Water, Expo 2020 Dubai celebrates World Water Day exploring different ways in which water resources can be reserved. This year's theme is "Making the Invisible Visible".

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World Water Day 2022

Water fuels our sustenance but also moves money, goods and people around the world, provides a valuable source of renewable energy, and enables the world’s food to grow. This week will help us understand how to preserve and sustainably manage this precious finite resource for infinite uses. The programme will highlight the true value of water, as well as progress and best practice in ensuring clean and adequate water for people, industry and the planet.

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 How will we protect our most precious resource today, for tomorrow?

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Expo Live Impact Series: Improving Access to Water

Cultural connections and knowledge were forged through maritime trade over centuries, shaping our cultural identities and belief systems. Water has symbolised freedom and exploration through tales of adventure, or it has represented the wrath of nature through shifting rivers, drowning bodies and historic ﬂoods. As much of the planet faces water scarcity and damage to marine ecosystems, what can we learn from the respect that our ancestors had for the elixir of life? How does the past connect with the water crises and water conﬂicts we face today?

The Silencing of Water

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A session that examines the connections and knowledge forged by water over centuries and explores how the past connects with the water challenges and crises we face today.

Inside Expo: Sustainability I: The World’s Oldest Innovator

Inside Expo: Sustainability II: Harnessing the Sun

The Powerhouse Pavilions

Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion - Audio Guide

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At Expo 2020, sustainability is an urgent, attainable reality, and Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion is the proof. Both immersive exhibition space and exemplar of environmental self-sufficiency, Terra is a pioneering piece of architecture that pushes the limits of renewable design.

The pavilion’s 130-metre-wide solar canopy – so vast that you could park 10 city buses head-to-tail atop it – converts sunshine into electricity for the exhibits below. Artfully funnelled natural light and local plant species, together with technologies that can reduce water consumption by 75 per cent, show the way to a sustainable future.


Inspiring experiential journey through our shared sustainable future

Two immersive paths to choose from: beneath a forest and beneath an ocean

LEED Platinum environmental features, including solar power and water recycling

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Terra is a super-sized marvel of forward-thinking design. The pavilion’s technology generates enough energy in a year to power a Nissan Leaf to drive halfway to Mars, while another system captures moisture from the air you breathe and turns it into drinkable water. Enter and take a fantastical journey through the wonders of nature, humanity’s challenges and the promise of our shared future. 


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Terra is home to five thought-provoking art installations from artists around the world, with each piece demonstrating a response to the issue of sustainability.

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Young visitors can explore a fantastical world inspired by Terra's very own octopus, Octavia.

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World Expos have always been meeting places for people across cultures and geographies; an opportunity to come together and celebrate human ingenuity and forge meaningful human connections. As the first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, and with the participation of more than 192 countries, Expo 2020 Dubai looks to take this legacy even further. The Build Bridges track of Expo 2020 Dubai’s Programme for People and Planet features a tapestry of event series and experiences that celebrate our common humanity and the vital connections that can help us prosper together as a worldwide community.

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Technology is rapidly changing our world and how we live in it. From AI and quantum computing to smart cities and digital healthcare, today’s advances are reimagining our realities and shaping our futures. Discover how the latest innovations have the potential to impact global society in the Age of Disruption. 

Bringing together public and private sector leaders, expert researchers and disruptive innovators, this event will explore cutting-edge tech solutions creating our ‘new normal’. Hear from global shapers, have your questions answered and network with robots, all in one afternoon! 

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Bringing together public and private sector leaders, expert researchers and disruptive innovators, this event will explore cutting-edge tech solutions creating our ‘new normal’.

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Heidi Solba (L), President and Head of the Global Network of Let’s Do It World, Jessica Sun (screen L), Senior Vice President of Terminus Group, Dr Kalpana Viswanath (screen R), Co-Founder and CEO of Safetipin, Dr Jane Thomason, Co-Found

Physical and digital connectivity not only brings us all closer together, but are also the bedrock of healthy and empowered societies. Under this Theme Week, Expo will explore the ways in which technology is being harnessed to better fields of mobility, health, travel and much more. Smart and sustainable mobility, AI (artificial intelligence) for good, virtual learning, remote work, and data privacy are among the myriad issues that will be addressed. 


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How will we balance the impact of digital expansion with our physical reality?

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Age of Disruption: How Tech Innovation is Shaping Our New Normal

Expo aims to deliver one of the most sustainable World Expos in history, supporting the UAE in its journey towards a green economy. Sustainability is integrated across both our operations and programming, embracing every opportunity to create meaningful impact, and inspiring the global community to play an active role in becoming part of a sustainable future.

The Live in Balance track of Expo 2020 Dubai's Programme for People and Planet features a tapestry of event series and experiences that spotlight our relationship with the natural world, and position Expo as a critical catalyst for restoring balance with our planet.

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First Lady of Namibia, H.E. Monica Geingos, is a qualified lawyer with over 20 years of experience in the financial sector and she held many senior roles in capital markets, corporate finance, and private equity. She was awarded National Honours (Most Distinguished Order of Namibia), by Former President Pohamba, for her “outstanding contribution to the socio-economic development of Namibia.” Monica was inducted into the Namibian Business Hall of Fame and received numerous awards, such as the 'Namibian Business Personality of the Year’ and 'Most Innovative Entrepreneur'. During her time in the private sector, Monica was regularly rated by local and continental media publications as one of the most influential Namibians and recognised by international media as one of 'Africa’s Top 100 Economic Leaders'. In this session, the First Lady discusses	Policy & Legislation and what Namibia has done structurally to improve the promotion of women leadership and gender equality.


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Please join us on this interactive session as we listen to the First Lady of Namibia, H.E. Monica Geingos, discussing legislation and policy. 
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Inside Expo: The Brave Women

Women's Pavilion - Audio Guide

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Women make tremendous contributions to the world, yet many remain unknown or forgotten. The Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier at Expo 2020 challenges this imbalance by taking visitors on a journey through the remarkable achievements of women across the globe. Our showcase underscores the principle that “When women thrive, all of humanity thrives”.

The pavilion showcases the exceptional accomplishments of women, world-famous and unknown. Immerse yourself in the triumphs of women through history, discover the journeys women have taken to claim their equality and dive into the stories of the inspirational women shaping our future.


Globe-spanning tour of women’s achievements and ongoing challenges

Multisensory exhibition created by actor/artist Mélanie Laurent and Emirati artists

Majlis-inspired social space for live conversations and events

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Reflecting the UAE’s commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality, the Women’s Pavilion serves as a catalyst for social transformation, both in Dubai and far beyond. By championing exceptional women, it aims to inspire dialogue, shatter gender misconceptions, and leave a lasting legacy of positive change for women worldwide.

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Join us in celebrating Namibia's National Day at Expo 2020

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Fresh thinking is everywhere in Namibia, from its commitment to renewable energy to its ocean plan to mine for marine gems with the world’s first custom-built diamond-searching ship. At the Namibia Pavilion, you can explore these innovations and marvel at the sunny African nation's natural beauty – including looks at the windswept peaks of the world’s tallest sand dunes and the watering holes where the globe’s largest numbers of cheetahs and white rhinos still gather. Everywhere you turn, the warmth of Namibia shines forth.


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Keynote Speech by H.E. Monica Geingos, First Lady of Namibia

Under the title “New Perspectives”, the Women’s World Majlis programme invites you to recognise a fundamental principle: when women thrive, humanity thrives.

The programme highlights the impact women have made on society and shines a light on their often forgotten contributions. By shifting perspectives, we embrace the infinite approaches to a more balanced world.

A common vision for a unique collaboration; sustainable development goals and aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous world cannot be achieved without gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Sharing this vision, Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier celebrate women changemakers around the globe, asserting our conviction that innovative collaboration between the private sector, civil society and committed individuals is the pathway to meaningful change.

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When women thrive, humanity thrives. A common vision for a unique collaboration.

Expo Live Impact Series: Improving Access to Water

Improving Access to Water

Speaker of the day

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Pratap Thapa

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Dr. Jamila Bargach

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Antonia Lydia Nalunga

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Pratap Thapa

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Dr. Jamila Bargach

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Antonia Lydia Nalunga

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This event is part of the
World Water Day 2022.

Improving Access to Water

Speaker of the day

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Pratap Thapa

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Dr. Jamila Bargach

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Antonia Lydia Nalunga

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Pratap Thapa

Speaker

Dr. Jamila Bargach

Speaker

Antonia Lydia Nalunga

Water Week .

This event is part of theWorld Water Day 2022.

This event is part of the
World Water Day 2022.