On 9 April 2025, the Second International Innovation X.0 Forum, hosted by the University of Sharjah, brought together global thought leaders, educators, and innovators to explore the future of sustainability and innovation. With the theme "Towards a Sustainable and Innovative Future: From Education and Research Perspective," the forum emphasized the crucial role of education and research in driving sustainable change.

One of the highlights of the forum was the keynote address delivered by the Chairperson of UI GreenMetric, titled "Sustainable Innovation with Blockchain: Reshaping Global Development for a Greener Economy." In her address, the Chairperson discussed how blockchain technology can contribute to sustainability efforts by improving transparency, reducing inefficiencies, and enabling more sustainable economic practices. She also highlighted the potential of blockchain to support a greener, more sustainable economy.

In addition to the Chairperson's enriching keynote, the forum featured several other prominent speakers, including Dr. H.E. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Prof. Hany Moustapha, Prof. Tommaso Di Noia, and Prof. Qassim Nasir, who shared their insights on how education and research can foster sustainable development.

Yousuf Alazizi, Abdelrahman Yousif Ahmed Alrousi Alhammadi, Walid AlRahmani, Eng. Mohamed Yousef Abdulla Mohamed Hasan, and Saleh Atatreh also provided valuable perspectives on innovation and sustainability, exploring emerging trends and solutions to the global environmental challenges we face today.

The forum served as an invaluable platform for thought leaders, educators, and innovators to exchange ideas and explore creative solutions to address the pressing environmental challenges of today, paving the way for a more sustainable future.

UI GreenMetric, dedicated to promoting sustainability within universities worldwide, continues to empower academic institutions to lead the way in integrating sustainable practices and innovations. The Chairperson’s participation underscored the organization's ongoing commitment to supporting global sustainability through collaboration, education, and research.

Written by Riska P. Hariyadi - Communication Specialist of UI GreenMetric