Canadian University Dubai actively drives sustainability through a vibrant programme of events, research milestones, institutional partnerships, and student-led initiatives. Explore our latest activities and news — from landmark MoU signings and award-winning student innovations to campus sustainability programmes and global research contributions.
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Explore the full listing of CUD sustainability events, activities, and institutional news at the official CUD website.
Visit www.cud.ac.ae/newsEnvironmental Sustainability Awareness Presentation for New Faculty, Staff, and Students
The Center for Sustainability and Innovation delivers an information program, for new employees and new students Orientation Program on Environmental and Social Sustainability Awareness, focusing on CUD policies related to environmental and social sustainability in August and January of each year.
The program aims to raise awareness of sustainability initiatives and practices at CUD among new faculty, administrative staff, and students. It also encouraged new employees and students to actively participate in the sustainability initiatives led by the Center for Sustainability and Innovation.
For example, this orientation program was held on January 8, 2026 for newcomers of Spring 2026. This program is organized in collaboration with HR Department and Student Services, Purchase Department, and Facilities. The program was delivered by Dr. Chureerat Haq, Manager – Center for Sustainability and Innovation and Mr. Quraish Alharahsheh, Director of Administration at CUD, as shown in the photos below.
Canadian University Dubai was a Knowledge Partner at the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi. Acting Dean Aseel A. Takshe, PhD, contributed to the panel “From Expertise to Excellence — Building a Future-Ready Workforce,” sharing insights on the UAE’s evolving health ecosystem and talent development. CUD’s participation advanced UN SDGs 3, 4, and 17.
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Dr. Soumaya Askri, Assistant Professor at CUD’s School of Management, co-edited “Sustainable Innovation in the MENA Region,” a scholarly volume exploring how the Middle East and North Africa can transform its challenges into strategic opportunities for sustainable growth and innovation.
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CUD Chancellor Mr. Buti Saeed Al Ghandi, President Prof. Karim Chelli, and Dubai Municipality Acting CEO Dr. Naseem Abdulla signed an MoU on the sidelines of the 19th Dubai International Food Safety Conference, marking a collaboration to advance research and innovation in environment, health and safety, and to empower youth and foster community engagement.
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For the second consecutive year, CUD joined forces with Dubai Holding Entertainment and ImInclusive to champion equality and accessibility through the Dome of Inclusion installation at Dubai Design Week. The installation was visited by HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the opening ceremony.
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CUD made a noteworthy impact at the Dubai Knowledge Summit 2025, where the School of Engineering’s interactive booth attracted exceptional interest from visitors and industry leaders. Students and faculty presented sustainability-driven engineering solutions from the Power & Renewable Energy Engineering and Mechatronics programs.
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CUD announced the launch of TrustPaper, the first business venture with a filed patent from its Incubator. Powered by ZipTrust blockchain technology, TrustPaper enables secure, automatic document verification in seconds. 25% of royalties will be dedicated to an endowment supporting equality in education.
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CUD launched the Sanad Body Project, empowering senior Communication and Media students to apply their marketing and PR skills to a significant social cause. The initiative directly supports UN SDGs on good health and well-being and reducing inequalities, setting a new standard for experiential learning.
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Miral, SeaWorld® Yas Island, and CUD formalized a landmark three-year strategic tripartite MoU. CUD students will access unparalleled volunteering, internship, and hands-on research opportunities across SeaWorld Yas Island, advancing environmental stewardship, experiential learning, and sustainable innovation.
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As the UAE marks Emirati Women’s Day, CUD celebrates female faculty and students leading innovation and inclusivity. Shaima Al Hai made history as CUD’s first female President of the Student Council, while Dr. Khulood Shebib Khansaheb promotes student entrepreneurship as Assistant Professor and Manager of the CUD Incubator.
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CUD architecture students unveiled innovative, sustainability-focused design projects responding to Dubai’s unique environmental and climatic conditions at Ghaf Woods. Stand-out designs featured biomimicry-inspired canopies, climate-responsive recharge facilities, and pavilions harmoniously embedded in the natural landscape.
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CUD researchers were awarded three separate grants from the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) Research, Development & Innovation Program to develop technology-driven tools improving health outcomes in the UAE. Each project contributes to the UAE’s strategic vision of becoming a world leader in healthcare and wellbeing.
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CUD launched the Master of Science in Design Innovation for Circular Economy (MSc DICE) — the first of its kind in the UAE — preparing graduates to lead the transition towards sustainable innovation. The program directly supports the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021–2031 and Centennial 2071 strategy.
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CUD transformed its campus into a vibrant stage for International Cultural Day, where students representing over 30 nations showcased heritage, music, dance, and authentic cuisine. The heartfelt celebration reflected CUD’s commitment to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community.
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CUD students and HOGENT University (Belgium) tackled food waste, traffic congestion, and accessible public transportation in a cross-border Hackathon focused on SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, developing solutions for Dubai and Ghent. The initiative demonstrated CUD’s ongoing commitment to global academia–industry collaboration.
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A CUD engineering team won “Best Implementation Champion” at the Alibaba Cloud/AI and RTA GenAI Hackathon 2024 at GITEX with SmartTranspo — an AI-powered management system enhancing the efficiency and safety of taxi services in Dubai.
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CUD convened academic experts, industry practitioners, and thought leaders for the Conference on Climate Change and Tourism, exploring how the UAE can promote sustainable tourism. The conference examined how combining the country’s diverse visitor attractions can build a more sustainable, one-stop destination.
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CUD, together with the Embassies of Canada and Germany, the Arabic Music Institute by Emaar, and Berklee Abu Dhabi, hosted an evening celebrating cultural diversity, unity, and sustainability through the transformative power of music — showcasing CUD’s commitment to global inclusivity and partnership.
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Dubai Holding Entertainment introduced the Shelter of Inclusivity installation at Dubai Design Week 2024, created in collaboration with CUD and supported by ImInclusive. The interactive art installation champions accessibility and celebrates the unique contributions of the People of Determination community — the only inclusion-themed installation at the event.
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CUD Associate Professor Dr. Naseem Abdulla and Environmental Health Management graduate Maisa Alzayyani exemplify the crucial role females in the public sector play in achieving the UAE’s Vision 2031. As Acting CEO of EHS at Dubai Municipality, Dr. Abdulla inspires women to build a sustainable future through leadership and innovation.
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