Science, Risks, Impacts and Governance Associated with Sustainable Development in Different Regions of the World
Venue: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Marrakech Region, Morocco

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University From October 14th to the 16th 2025, Morocco, Benguerir Discover More Chemical Weather and Chemical Climate Science, Risks, Impacts, Health, and Governance Discover More

Atmospheric Chemistry and Impacts

Global Collaboration and Policy Translation

Climate Change and Air Pollution Synergies

Risk Mitigation in Climate Governance

The Second International Conference on Chemical Weather and Chemical Climate

Experts from the scientific, and educational communities, policy makers and practitioners will engage in climate, environment, and public health, representatives of the public and private sectors, and other stakeholders, during the Second International Conference on Chemical Weather and Chemical Climate (CWCC) in Benguerir, Morocco, from 14 to 16 October, 2025.

The conference focuses on Science, Risks, Impacts, Health, and Governance Associated with Sustainable Developments, in particular the difference between regions.. Recognizing the challenges arose from climate change, air quality, as well as their interactions, in achieving resilience and sustainable development, this conference is a collaborative effort between international organizations, government agencies, researchers and practitioners, and public and private sectors.

Topics to be coverd during the conference:

    • Emissions and Atmospheric Transformations: Exploring the emissions and physical-chemical transformations of atmospheric components and their implications.
    • Chemical Weather and Climate Forecasting: Simulation and prediction of chemical weather and climate, including their impacts on ecosystems and human health.
    • Interconnected Challenges: Addressing the combined effects of climate change, extreme weather events, and air pollution.
    • Innovative Solutions: Highlighting technical innovations, such as AI, for reducing the impacts of chemical weather and climate.
    • Equity and Justice: Strategies for mitigating disparities faced by communities exposed to heightened climate and environmental risks.
    • Co-Benefits Approach: Integrating mitigation and adaptation strategies for air quality and climate through co-benefit frameworks.
    • Sustainable Urban Development: Advancing towards climate-smart, sustainable cities through interdisciplinary solutions.
    • Pathways for Governance: Building coordinative pathways for climate-environment-health and climate-environment-carbon neutrality governance.
    • Global Collaboration: Promoting partnerships for cross-sectoral approaches and collaboration with stakeholders worldwide.
    • Policy Translation: Leveraging research achievements to inform and enhance policy-making and governance for impactful outcomes.

Conference Chairs

  • Prof. Wahid Mellouki: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
  • Dr. Rajesh Kumar: NSF-National Center for Atmospheric Research, co-chair of MAP-AQ
  • Prof. Renhe Zhang: Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Dean of Institute of Atmospheric Sciences, Fudan University

Scientific Committee

  • Wahid Mellouki: Full Professor at University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), Head of the African Research Center on Air Quality and Climate.
  • Brasseur Guy: Member of European Academy, Senior Scientist of the Max Planck Institute of Meteorology, Germany; Co-chair of the MAP-AQ Project.
  • Rajesh Kumar: Deputy Director of Research Applications Laboratory with the NSF-National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), Boulder, CO, USA.
  • Huiling Ouyang: Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Fudan University.
  • Xu Tang: Professorial Senior Engineer at the Fudan Development Institute (FDDI), Fudan University.
  • Renhe Zhang: Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Dean of Institute of Atmospheric Sciences, Fudan University.
  • Kenza Khomsi: Independent Senior Researcher on Climate, Air Quality and Health.
  • Saâd Tazi: Head of OMAC, IAS Steering Committee, UM6P President’s Office Member (Morocco).
  • R. Subramanian: Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), Sector Head – Air Quality, Bengaluru, India.
  • Tong Zhu: Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Peking University.
  • Jianmin Chen: Professor Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Atmospheric Sciences, Fudan University.
  • Christian George: Research Director at CNRS-IRCELYON, France.
  • Hartmut Herrman: Professor at Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research, Leipzig, Germany.
  • Lahouari Bounoua: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland
  • Maria de Fatima Andrade: GURME-WMO, Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e Ciências Atmosféricas – IAG Universidade de Sao Paulo.
  • Laura Gallardo: Center for Climate and Resilience Research (CR2), Universidad de Chile. IPCC bureau member.
  • James Crafwford: NASA’s Langley Research Center.
  • Steve Brown: NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory, NOAA, Boulder.
  • Rebecca Garland: University of Pretoria, South Africa.
  • Cathy Liousse : Research Director at Laboratoire d’Aérologie, CNRS, France.
  • Langley Dewitt: Director IGAC.
  • Paolo Laj: GAW-WMO.
  • Xiaoye Zhang: Academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences, co-chair of IPCC.
  • Hiroshi Tanimoto: National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan.
  • Jérôme Chenal: Affiliate professor at UM6P, Center of Urban Systems (CUS)

Conference Countdown

Conference Key dates

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01 December Sunday

Announcement

Morocco, Benguerir
15 April Tuesday

Second announcement

Morocco, Benguerir
15 September Monday
13 October Monday
14 October Tuesday
16 October Thursday

The objectives of the conference:

  • Research:

    Showcase recent scientific advancements in understanding the connections between atmospheric chemistry, climate change, and meteorological/hydrological extremes.

  • Forcing:

    Identify the underlying mechanisms that drive observed environmental changes associated with weather/climate and atmospheric composition. This includes exploring natural and anthropogenic contributions such as traffic and industrial emissions, urbanization, agriculture, etc.

  • Impacts:

    Evaluate the socio-economic ramifications of atmospheric and climate changes, including their effects on public health and biological productivity.

  • Societal responses:

    Determine how scientific breakthroughs can improve global governance and facilitate collaboration among scientists, technical professionals, and practitioners to accomplish the objectives outlined in international agreements.

  • Participation:

    Encourage early career scientists actively engage in interdisciplinary studies, fostering a collaborative environment.

Sustainable development in Africa

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is at the forefront of sustainable development in Africa, leveraging its cutting-edge research, innovation, and education to address the continent's pressing challenges. UM6P focuses its programs on sustainable agriculture, climate, renewable energy, water management, and green technologies, emphasizing solutions tailored to African contexts. Through its initiatives, and various experimental infrastructures, UM6P supports the transition to sustainable practices while promoting economic growth, resilience, and environmental sustainability across Africa.

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