Fady Jameel Articles - Addressing Global Issues

In this thought leader series, 'Spotlight', Fady Jameel, Vice Chairman, International, Abdul Latif Jameel, takes an in-depth look at some of the world's most pressing issues.

In these articles Fady considers the challenges we face and examines the policies, technologies, approaches being utilized. He'll also talk to the people involved in formulating the solutions and making a difference - both from within Abdul Latif Jameel, Community Jameel and from industry, science and academia.

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September 9, 2026 | Dubai, UAE

10 mins

Making a splash: how are intelligent food & water systems reshaping our future?

As climate and population pressures intensify, new technologies are reimagining how we grow food and manage water – uniting innovation and sustainability in a shared mission for the planet’s future.

Going underground: does the solution to the energy crisis lie beneath our feet?

Is geothermal energy about to go mainstream? The IEA reports that investment in advanced geothermal technologies is growing sharply, totaling US$ 2.2 billion worldwide in 2025, up 80% year-on-year since 2018.