Join the Future in Motion Network to discover how University of Waterloo researchers and industry partners are shaping the future of sustainable transport. In these free sessions, guest speakers will share their expertise on questions facing the sector, from workforce training to new technologies to reporting and policy.
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Governance and finance for progress on net-zero transportation
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
What does it take to turn the sector’s climate and sustainability goals into measurable, consistent business metrics? How can organizations track their performance with confidence and credibility, moving towards net zero while supporting their bottom line?
This webinar will examine tools and strategies for sustainable governance, creating long-term value for organizations across the transport sector.
From materials discovery to innovative products: Manufacturing and the future of mobility
Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
How do innovations in materials, manufacturing processes, digital technologies and performance validation enable us to create smarter, safer and more sustainable transportation products?
This webinar will explore how research and industry partners are taking manufacturing technologies from concept to commercialization, advancing the transportation systems of the future.
From operator to intelligent systems manager: AI and the transportation workforce
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026
As artificial intelligence (AI) shapes industries worldwide, how do we prepare workers for rewarding careers in the transport sector? How do we train and upskill employees so they can adapt and thrive in an increasingly complex environment?
This webinar will explore how organizations can build an AI-ready workforce to power the future of transport.
The future of sustainable energy systems: AI, electric transportation and grid transformation
Date: Friday, January 29, 2027
What resources and technologies are being developed to reduce emissions across the transport sector?
This webinar will explore the work of researchers and industry partners to support the electrification of transportation, including AI and data-driven methods to advance clean energy and systems.
Simulation in the era of AI
Date: Friday, February 26, 2027
How do we combine artificial intelligence with modeling and simulation tools to drive sustainable mobility solutions?
This webinar will explore the role of these technologies in improving designs, production and decision making, from predicting chemical processes in fuel cells to running operational scenarios in virtual environments.
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