Mohawk College and the SEE Institute, a net-zero emissions building located in Dubai, UAE, have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement aims to foster collaboration and create opportunities for students, faculty, and researchers from both institutions in the fields of research, training, and academic studies.
Located in Dubai, the SEE Institute serves as a central hub for sustainability education, research, and business incubation, championing sustainable practices both in the Middle East and globally. Mohawk College, situated in Hamilton, ON, is a globally recognized leader in sustainable development, research, and education. Both institutions are home to two of the world’s most acclaimed net-zero buildings: Mohawk College’s Joyce Centre for Partnership & Innovation and the SEE Institute building. This newly announced agreement reflects their mutual dedication to advancing sustainability and climate action, with the goal of achieving a net-zero carbon future.
"Mohawk College is excited to partner with SEE Institute to pursue a net-zero future through collaboration, education, and research", said Paul Armstrong, President of Mohawk College. "Our institutions share a common commitment to climate action and achieving the ambitions of the Paris Agreement and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and we have each demonstrated that net zero is possible. We look forward to working with SEE Institute to create rich, empowering learning and life opportunities for the students and faculty of both our institutions".
Engineer Faris Saeed, the Founder and Chairman of SEE Institute, said, "This partnership with Mohawk College signifies a powerful alignment of our mutual goals to drive innovation and foster a global mindset towards sustainability. By combining our expertise and resources, we are creating unparalleled opportunities for students and faculty while setting a precedent for international cooperation in achieving a net-zero emissions future".
Through the recently announced agreement, the partners will collaborate to enhance academic and professional opportunities by promoting student exchanges and pathways across degree, diploma, and certificate programs. They will explore mechanisms for credit transfers, dual credentials, and joint degrees facilitated through both virtual and in-person student and faculty exchanges. Additionally, they will share teaching resources and investigate opportunities for co-ops, placements, internships, and student projects. The agreement also includes promoting the institutions at conferences and symposiums, as well as engaging in research and applied research collaborations alongside industry studies. Once the institutions have decided on the terms for any education, training, or mobility opportunities, they will establish formal agreements accordingly. This initial agreement will remain in place for five years.
