The G20 Research and Innovation Initiative Gathering (RIIG) Conference held in Dibrugarh aimed to explore sustainable ways of developing a circular bio-economy, was attended by 56 foreign delegates from 26 countries, and aimed to bring together key actors responsible for planning and managing programs related to agriculture, de-carbonisation of industry, bio-energy, and bio-resource management. The conference was interactive, promoting an inclusive policy-making approach to mainstream circular bio-economy models across different sectors, and was divided into four sessions, including Agriculture: Challenges and Opportunities, Industry towards Decarbonisation, Bio-Energy, and Bio-resource Management. S. Chandrasekhar, Secretary in the Department of Science and Technology, emphasised the conference’s dedication to promoting a sustainable future by educating the public on the importance of zero waste management. The conference aimed to facilitate active engagement among all key stakeholders, including people, policies, and places. By promoting collaborations and partnerships among G20 members and stakeholders, the conference aimed to strengthen global efforts towards a more sustainable and circular bio-economy.
G20 Conference in Dibrugarh attracts 56 foreign delegates
The G20 Research and Innovation Initiative Gathering (RIIG) Conference took place in Dibrugarh, Assam, on Friday. The conference aimed to explore sustainable ways of developing a circular bio-economy and was attended by delegates from G20 member countries, international organisations, and the scient