The 1st African Conference on Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems (SDEWES) brought together leading researchers, institutions, and innovators from across the globe to exchange knowledge and strategies for achieving a sustainable future. With a strong focus on decoupling economic growth from resource depletion, the conference emphasized the importance of system integration—uniting electricity, heating, cooling, transport, water, buildings, waste, wastewater, industry, forestry, and agriculture—into efficient, mutually reinforcing networks.
Among the highlights of the event was the participation of Université Mohammed Premier, a key academic partner of the REMEDIES project, which focuses on ocean plastic pollution and circular solutions. During a dedicated seminar, the REMEDIES team presented one of the project’s most impactful innovations: the Aerial Drone and AI Technology.
This cutting-edge solution demonstrates how advanced drone systems equipped with AI algorithms can monitor, detect, and support the collection of marine litter, especially in hard-to-access coastal and riverine environments. The innovation represents a crucial step toward smart waste management systems and data-driven environmental action—leveraging real-time surveillance to inform decision-making and optimize cleanup efforts.
To learn more about this groundbreaking technology and its role in the REMEDIES mission, visit:
👉 The REMEDIES Innovations: Aerial Drone & AI Solution
The participation of REMEDIES and MOH in the SDEWES Conference marks another important milestone in promoting sustainable development through interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
