Police College tops University Innovation Program
The Abu Dhabi Police College showcased outstanding performance in the third session of the university innovation program, themed Climate Solutions, a part of the Expo Live activities. The final stage unfolded in Expo City Dubai on the sideslines of (COP28), hosted by the UAE.
In the culmination of the student competition, two teams from the Police College were awarded certificates of excellence. This success emerged amidst stiff competition, with (17) teams from (13) universities advancing to the finals out of an initial pool of (360) work teams from (36) participating universities in the field of entrepreneurship. The college's primary team presented two noteworthy projects, Smart Waste: Transforming Losers into Suppliers and a Smart Platform for Innovative Solutions to Climate Change. These initiatives stood out, earning recognition and honors among the victorious teams.
"Expo Live" represents an innovation and partnership initiative launched by Expo Dubai (2020). It aims to fund, accelerate, and champion creative solutions that positively impact our lives and contribute to the preservation of our planet. This program exemplifies the visionary approach of the UAE, known for its openness and cultural diversity, as it aspires to be a frontrunner in innovation and establish a robust, knowledge-based economy.
The Innovation Program for Universities is designed to stimulate creative thinking and collaboration among university students, fostering the development of solutions to overcome challenges. It encourages students to participate in an innovation-based work approach, offering rewards for innovative projects that can progress from the idea stage to validation, prototype implementation, and eventual adoption. Students have the opportunity to secure a grant of (25) thousand UAE dirhams, providing a platform to showcase innovative ideas addressing social or environmental challenges.
The program's thematic focus centers on sustainability and climate change, encompassing areas such as food systems, energy and transportation systems, waste management, water systems, land use and restoration, decarbonization, mobility, transparency and accountability, health systems, disaster relief, and the Preservation of oceans and coastal areas.
With over (1,000) students from more than (40) universities participating in the program courses, the evaluation process involved (130) experts and professors. Ultimately, (46) student teams from (19) universities were awarded grants, propelling their creative solutions to the next level.