The Rejtő Sándor Faculty of Light Industry and Environmental Engineering of Óbuda University and the International Council of Environmental Engineering Education (ICEEE) recently hosted its VIIth International online Symposium on Environmental Health and Biosecurity Strategy. The symposium brought together global experts, academics, industry leaders, and students to discuss the latest developments in environmental engineering, technology, and sustainability. The event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, and research presentations, all focused on various aspects of environmental engineering and sustainability. Total given scientific abstracts covering the following technical sessions were 72 classified as following: 7 Plenary Lectures, 2 Keynote Lectures and in the Technical Sessions 34 Lectures. The participants were came from 26 counties covering as examples of Africa, Asia, and Europe. The discussions explored topics such as waste management, renewable energy, green technology, and sustainable infrastructure. Such as the following:
- Agriculture and Soil Improvement, Food Security and Green Growth,
- Water Security: Treatment and Management,
- Air Quality, Climatic Changes, Energy Production, and Industrial Pollution,
- Environmental Risk and Human Health,
- Resources and Wastes Management and Recycling,
- Social-Ecological Systems Research for Monitoring Sustainable Development.
The keynote speakers included renowned experts from various fields who spoke about the role of innovation in addressing global environmental challenges, and who discussed the importance of sustainable development and circular economy. The panel discussions brought together industry leaders and academic experts to explore topics such as sustainable mobility, sustainable cities, and sustainable agriculture. The experts shared their experiences, insights, and best practices, and discussed the challenges and opportunities in their respective fields. The research presentations showcased the latest breakthroughs and innovations in environmental engineering research, allowing researchers and students to share their findings and get feedback from peers and experts. In addition to the technical discussions, the symposium also hosted cultural and social events, including virtual tours of Budapest and Hungary. Overall, the 7th International Online Symposium of Rejtő Faculty of Óbuda University was a great success, bringing together leading experts, academics, and students from around the world for a high-level exchange of ideas, research, and best practices on environmental engineering and sustainability. The symposium was a testament to the faculty’s commitment to excellence in education and research, and its leadership in addressing the global challenges facing the planet.
