Program overview
This three-day course, co-designed by KAUST and KAPSARC, aims to strengthen national capacity to design and deliver sustainability-focused public policy. Anchored in Saudi Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the course will demonstrate how research and systems thinking can inform integrated approaches to complex challenges. Participants will explore how data, artificial intelligence, and behavioral science can be applied to policymaking to ensure decisions are both evidence-based and socially responsive.
Through a combination of keynotes, master classes, and interactive workshops, the program will draw on Saudi and international case studies to illustrate practical strategies across economic, environmental, and social dimensions of sustainability. A dedicated focus on communication will equip participants with tools to translate insights into impact, enabling them to influence policy debates and develop solutions that align national priorities with global sustainability goals.
Mode of learning
In-person
Location
KAUST
Language
English
Duration
3 Days
Program Start
Dec 07, 2025
Program end
Dec 09, 2025
Learning Outcomes
An understanding of systems thinking and its application to sustainability, policymaking, and AI-supported decision making.
Insights into behavioral science and its role in influencing decision making for sustainable outcome.
Exposure to case studies and best practices from Saudi Arabia and international contexts.
Opportunities to network with experts and peers from academia, government, and industry.
Who Should Attend?
For various sectors
Professionals in energy, environment, public policy, engineering, urban planning, and related fields.
Early and Mid-career professionals
Early- and mid-career professionals (approximately 2-10 years of experience) seeking to expand their expertise in sustainability-focused public policy and data-driven decision making using AI.
Innovation Driven
Change-makers and innovators interested in applying data, AI, or behavioral insights to sustainability.
English Language Proficiency
Professionals fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
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