Council on Energy, Environment and Water Integrated | International | Independent
17 Feb 2026 | 1230 - 1330 IST
Session brief:
The session, co-led by CEEW and Google, aims to demonstrate and deliberate the potential of how cutting-edge climate research, AI models, and planetary-scale predictions can directly strengthen on-ground resilience. By showcasing tools that offer hyperlocal insights on floods, heat and emerging risks, the session explores practical pathways to integrate science, technology, and policy for faster, more effective local action. It highlights how AI can empower governments, communities, and institutions to plan smarter, respond earlier, and build a climate-ready future.
Yadu Kathuria
Senior Communications Associate
Prof Manabendra Saharia
Head, HydroSense Lab
IIT Delhi
Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar V
Chairman
Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board
Ashley Thomas
Portfolio Lead, Climate and Environment
Google DeepMind Impact Accelerator
Kay McGowan
Senior Director
Policy, Digital Impact Alliance (DIAL) at the United Nations Foundation
Sabina Dewan
President and Executive Director
JustJobs Network
Dr Arunabha Ghosh
CEO, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW),
Special Envoy for COP30 representing South Asia.
Rajroshan Sawhney
APAC Partnerships Lead
APAC Partnerships Lead
Vaibhav Chugh
Lead, Technology and AI
CEEW