From farm to plate, the food value chain is an integral part of society, providing income and livelihoods for billions. But the way in which we currently cultivate our food is a signiﬁcant contributor to climate change through deforestation, land degradation, pollution, and food waste. Expo is a platform that brings stakeholders across value chains to spotlight localised solutions to food security, nutrition, and farming challenges. 
This event will explore how to grow food sustainably and will encompass approaches to climate-friendly agricultural practices that maximise productivity while operating in harmony with the environment.
It will also highlight Expo’s efforts and successes in planning Urban Agriculture into the Expo site and District 2020, as well as how International Participants include food and urban agriculture into their pavilion design and operations.

Growing Sustainably for a Growing World

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Spotlight on Expo and participating countries’ sustainability initiatives, standards and models for sustainable food production practices through their pavilion content, design, programming and operations.

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The Nexus for People and Planet

Located in the heart of the Opportunity District, the Nexus for People and Planet serves as the home for Expo 2020 Dubai's Programme for People and Planet, hosting a number of engaging events and talks that highlight some of the greatest challenges and opportunities of our time.

Nexus for People and Planet

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Dayna Baumeister, PhD, Director, The Biomimicry Center speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52165

Dina Storey (emcee), Director of Sustainability Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52164

Dr Celso Moretti, President, Embrapa, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation and Board Member speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52174

Dr Dionysia Angeliki Lyra, Halophyte Agronomist, International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52

Jemilah Mahmood, Malasian Physician and Humanitarian Activist speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52171

Phil Dunn, Sustainability Pavilion Senior Manager and Architect speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52168

Sanjive Khosla, Senior Vice-President Transition Unit at Expo 2020 Dubai speaks during the Sustainability at Expo Nature’s Harvest Growing Sustainably for a Growing World at Nexus for People and Planet m52166

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From farm to plate, the food value chain is an integral part of society, providing income and livelihoods for billions. The ways in which we currently cultivate food by means of deforestation and food waste however, are all contributing adversely to climate change. Expo will serve as a platform to bring together all stakeholders in various value chains to spotlight localized solutions to food, nutrition and farming challenges. The programme will explore food sustainably, climate-friendly agriculture and other practices that work in harmony with the environment. 


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How do we sustainably grow food to meet future demand?

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Sustainability @ Expo | Nature's Harvest: Growing Sustainably for a Growing World

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.

Restoring Balance with our Planet

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Curated by the United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, this panel discussion sheds light on the challenges associated with growing food in the desert and the innovative agricultural solutions to tackle these issues. Panelists discuss how agricultural innovations are important in the UAE, and how achieving food security goes beyond 'growing more food' with emphasis on environmental protection in the process. The panel also explains how educating the next generation of dreamers and investing heavily in empowering them helps further the UAE's food security and innovation agenda.

Keynote panelists include Aphisith Joe Phangsavanh (Lead Project Manager at Sarya Holding, Smart Acres), Dr. Tarifa Al Zaabi (Acting Director General at the International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture - ICBA), and Yazen Al Kodmani (Operations Manager at Emirates Bio Farm). The session is moderated by Kelsey Warner, Future Editor at The National.

Growing Food in the Desert: Agricultural Innovations

UAE | Growing Food in the Desert: Agricultural Innovations

Join a panel discussion on the challenges of growing food in the desert and the innovative solutions to tackle these issues. Organised by the UAE Pavilion.

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The Powerhouse Pavilions

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Open-heartedness and ambition are values captured by the UAE Pavilion, designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. The remarkable building is reminiscent of a falcon in flight, inspired by our national bird. Once inside, go on a multisensory journey that chronicles the rise of a nation of “dreamers who do”. Traverse a dreamlike landscape filled with dunes of real sand to learn about our nation’s founding father Sheikh Zayed, the natural wonders of the Emirates and their rapid modernisation. Be inspired by stories of the UAE dreamers building an inclusive future as the desert sun filters through the pavilion’s oculus. 

The design of the UAE Pavilion evokes a falcon in flight; referencing the Emirates’ traditional art of falconry. The main building resembles a titanic oval, with a grand, four storey entrance set into the tip. More than 25 feather-like panels are arranged at the dome of the pavilion, each curving down toward the entry of the structure. 

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UAE Pavilion's Dreamer Dialogues | Growing Food in the Desert: Agricultural Innovations

Spotlighting development solutions that have demonstrated in food security and livelihood development, food value chains and farming, this event highlights four localised, scalable interventions as part of the Global Best Practice Programme at Expo 2020 Dubai - from SitatByoot helping artisans grow their businesses online, and WFP's advancement of nutritious, affordable and local school meals, to Sustainable Growers' empowerment of women coffee farmers in Rwanda and Esoko's provision of real-time market pricing to rural farmers.

Sowing the Seeds for Resilient Livelihoods

Unearthing Solutions for the Future of Food, Agriculture, and Livelihoods

Spotlighting development solutions that have demonstrated impact in food security and livelihood development, food value chains and farming.

Best Practice Programming | Unearthing Solutions for the Future of Food, Agriculture and Livelihoods

Back in 2015, United Nations unveiled the Sustainable Development Goals as a means to work towards a better future. Expo 2020 Dubai’s purpose embodies the two main pillars of these goals: sustainability and opportunity. The global COVID-19 pandemic has further proved the urgency of this global agenda. As this mega-event takes place, Expo 2020 Dubai will become the center of commitment and action in ensuring that no one is left behind. The Leave No One Behind Track of Expo 2020 Dubai's Programme for People and Planet features a tapestry of event series that spotlight the importance of opportunity for all, gender equality and much more.

Catalysing Opportunity for All

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Africa presents a huge opportunity for business in food & agribusiness on multiple fronts. With its vast resources and agricultural productive capacity on one hand and its growing population and economic levels on the other, the continent is well poised for any partner in food business that is seeking to grow its market and/or its sourcing through inclusive supply chains. However, despite all its potential there still exist some challenges faced in initiating and optimizing global partnerships in the food sector. This session explores some successful models and the strategies applied, while also interrogating the challenges that remain as a barrier to entry for global partners looking to the continent. The session also aims to identify solutions that can accelerate the agribusiness sector both at an intra-continental and inter-continental level.

The NOW Frontier

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Spotlighting successful and scalable models and strategies and exploring existing barriers for global partnerships in the agribusiness sector in Africa.

Sustainability @ Expo | Nature's Harvest: Growing Sustainably for a Growing World

Growing Sustainably for a Growing World

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Event Information

Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week.

This event is part of the
Live in Balance.

Growing Sustainably for a Growing World

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Event Information

Food, Agriculture & Livelihoods Week.

This event is part of theLive in Balance.

This event is part of the
Live in Balance.