Azam Research Group / Water Energy Food Climate Nexus Lab

Azam Research Group / Water Energy Food Climate Nexus Lab Led by Dr. Hossain M. Azam, Associate Professor of Environmental Engineering at the UDC.

We are dedicated to advancing research in the nexus of water, energy, food, and climate, creating a sustainable solution for global environmental challenges

09/19/2026

A look back at an insightful session from Episode 1 of the “SDGs for Humanity” Webinar Series.

In this featured clip, our Moderator, Md. Mahbub Hasan, Founder and Executive Director, Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation, shares his perspectives on Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective, highlighting the importance of SDG 4 in advancing inclusive and sustainable development.

Education opens doors to opportunity. It empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and plays a vital role in shaping a more equitable and sustainable future.

Watch the clip to hear his valuable insights.





09/18/2026

A look back at an insightful session from Episode 1 of the “SDGs for Humanity” Webinar Series.

In this featured clip, our Chair, Hossain M. Azam, PhD, PE, Associate Professor, University of the District of Columbia, shares his perspectives on Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective, highlighting the importance of SDG 4 in advancing inclusive and sustainable development.

Education is more than access to knowledge. It creates opportunities, empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and helps build a more equitable future.

Watch the clip to hear his valuable insights.





09/01/2026

A look back at an insightful session from Episode 1 of the “SDGs for Humanity” Webinar Series.

In this featured clip, Dr. Adenike A. Akinsemolu, Founder and Director, The Green Institute, shares her perspectives on Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective, connecting education with the broader pursuit of sustainability and SDG 4.

Education can shape more than individual futures. It can inspire responsible choices, strengthen communities, and equip the next generation to address global sustainability challenges.

Watch the clip to hear her valuable insights.





08/31/2026

A look back at an insightful session from Episode 1 of the “SDGs for Humanity” Webinar Series.

In this featured clip, Professor Ellen Boeren, Professor, University of Glasgow, shares her perspectives on Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective, exploring the role of education in advancing SDG 4 and creating more inclusive opportunities for lifelong learning.

Quality education goes beyond access. It is about creating meaningful learning opportunities that empower individuals and strengthen societies.

Watch the clip to hear her valuable insights.





08/30/2026

A look back at an insightful session from Episode 1 of the “SDGs for Humanity” Webinar Series.

In this featured clip, our keynote speaker, Mohammad Wahid Hossain, Chairman & Senior Secretary of the Bangladesh Energy and Power Research Council, shares his perspectives on Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective, highlighting the importance of SDG 4 in building a more equitable and sustainable future.

Education shapes opportunity. It strengthens communities, expands possibilities, and plays a vital role in creating a better future for all.

Watch the clip to hear his valuable insights.





08/19/2026

Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation (ASDF) and Water Energy Food Climate (WEFC) Nexus Group jointly present the first episode of the webinar series: SDGs for Humanity.

Episode 01: Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective

Education can shape the future of a generation. But for many developing countries access to quality and equitable education remains a major challenge. How much progress has been made? Where are the gaps and what needs to change?

Join global experts for a timely discussion on SDG 4: Quality Education focusing on the realities and challenges faced by developing countries and the pathways toward a more inclusive education system.

Date: 22 August 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time | 9:00 PM Bangladesh Standard Time
Platform: Zoom

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Keynote Speaker: Mohammad Wahid Hossain, Chairman (Senior Secretary), Bangladesh Energy and Power Research Council

Panelists: Ellen Boeren, PhD, Professor, University of Glasgow | Adenike A. Akinsemolu, PhD, Founder and Director, The Green Institute

Chair: Hossain M. Azam, PhD, PE, Associate Professor, University of the District of Columbia

Moderator: Md. Mahbub Hasan, Founder and Executive Director, Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation

Join the conversation with the experts.





The wait is over!Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation (ASDF) and Water Energy Food Climate (WEFC) Nexus Group...
08/17/2026

The wait is over!

Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation (ASDF) and Water Energy Food Climate (WEFC) Nexus Group jointly present the first episode of the webinar series: SDGs for Humanity.

Episode 01: Quality Education: Progress, Challenges, and Global Perspective

Education can shape the future of a generation. But for many developing countries access to quality and equitable education remains a major challenge. How much progress has been made? Where are the gaps and what needs to change?

Join global experts for a timely discussion on SDG 4: Quality Education focusing on the realities and challenges faced by developing countries and the pathways toward a more inclusive education system.

Date: 22 August 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time | 9:00 PM Bangladesh Standard Time
Platform: Zoom

Registration: https://forms.gle/KJxSg4ST2gtjPG1F6

Keynote Speaker: Mohammad Wahid Hossain, Chairman (Senior Secretary), Bangladesh Energy and Power Research Council

Panelists: Ellen Boeren, PhD, Professor, University of Glasgow | Adenike A. Akinsemolu, PhD, Founder and Director, The Green Institute

Chair: Hossain M. Azam, PhD, PE, Associate Professor, University of the District of Columbia

Moderator: Md. Mahbub Hasan, Founder and Executive Director, Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation

Join the conversation with the experts.





07/14/2026

What do we see everyday? Inequality, climate crisis, gaps in education, but how many of us actually know what are the blueprints to change? The story hasn't been told to the youth how it should be.

Alliance for Sustainable Development Foundation (ASDF) & Water Energy Food Climate (WEFC) Nexus Group jointly is bringing it to you a series of webinars: SDGs for Humanity

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Returning to graduate school after years in industry, navigating personal loss, and balancing rigorous academic demands,...
12/23/2025

Returning to graduate school after years in industry, navigating personal loss, and balancing rigorous academic demands, Md. Mazharul Islam’s journey is a testament to perseverance, growth, and purpose-driven ambition. His path highlights how resilience, supportive mentorship, and a strong research environment can transform challenges into meaningful achievement.

With guidance from his academic advisors, including Dr. Hossain Azam, Mazharul successfully earned his second Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Water & Environmental) from the University of the District of Columbia—marking a significant milestone in his professional and research career.

🔗 Read the full story here:
https://www.udc.edu/news/2025/12/from-opportunity-to-achievement-md-mazharul-islams-graduate-story

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