Zakaria Hachlaf
Secretary General
Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development – Kingdom of Morocco
CWCC2025
The Second Edition of The International Conference on Climate and Weather Change
October 14–16, 2025UM6P, Morocco
This conference has concluded — page archived for reference.
Abstract Submission Deadline
September 16, 2025
Early Bird Registration
September 19, 2025
Conference Dates
October 14–16, 2025
Advancing Climate Science
About CWCC2025
The conference focuses on Science, Risks, Impacts, Health, and Governance Associated with Sustainable Developments, particularly the differences between regions. Recognizing the challenges posed by climate change, air quality, and their interactions in achieving resilience and sustainable development, this conference is a collaborative effort among international organizations, government agencies, researchers, practitioners, and the public and private sectors.
Topics to be covered during the conference:
- Emissions and Atmospheric Transformations: Exploring the emissions and physical-chemical transformations of atmospheric components and their implications.
- Chemical Weather and Climate Forecasting: Simulation and prediction of chemical weather and climate, including their impacts on ecosystems and human health.
- Interconnected Challenges: Addressing the combined effects of climate change, extreme weather events, and air pollution.
- Innovative Solutions: Highlighting technical innovations, such as AI, for reducing the impacts of chemical weather and climate.
- Equity and Justice: Strategies for mitigating disparities faced by communities exposed to heightened climate and environmental risks.
- Co-Benefits Approach: Integrating mitigation and adaptation strategies for air quality and climate through co-benefit frameworks.
- Sustainable Urban Development: Advancing towards climate-smart, sustainable cities through interdisciplinary solutions.
- Pathways for Governance: Building coordinative pathways for climate-environment-health and climate-environment-carbon neutrality governance.
- Global Collaboration: Promoting partnerships for cross-sectoral approaches and collaboration with stakeholders worldwide.
- Policy Translation: Leveraging research achievements to inform and enhance policy-making and governance for impactful outcomes.
Program
Conference Program
Explore our comprehensive program of keynotes, sessions, and workshops.
Day 0
October 13, 2025- 15:30 – 19:00
On-site registration
Day 1
October 14, 2025- Opening
Welcome & Opening Ceremony
President of UM6P or representative, Zakaria Hachlaf (Ministry of Environment of Morocco), Renhe Zhang (Fudan University), Paolo Laj (WMO), Langley DeWitt
- Plenary
Plenary Session — 2 Talks (30 minutes each)
Abdalah Mokssit (WMO, Switzerland), Tong Zhu (Peking University, China) Abdalah Mokssit: TBD | Tong Zhu: Wildfire, Black Carbon, and Human Health
- Plenary
Plenary Session — 2 Talks (30 minutes each)
Guy Brasseur (Max Planck Institute), Eloise Marais (University College London, UK) Guy Brasseur: 50 years of international cooperation in atmospheric sciences — Outlook to the future | Eloise Marais: Emissions of long-standing and emergent air pollution in Africa obtained with satellite observations and models
- Parallel
Parallel Sessions — Air Quality (Observation/Modeling), 8 Talks each (15 minutes), 30 minutes for discussion
Chairs: Rebecca Garland, Steve Brown, Claire Granier
Day 2
October 15, 2025- Plenary
Plenary Session — 4 Talks (30 minutes each)
Pieternel Levelt (NCAR, USA), Rebecca Garland (University of Pretoria), Ali Benmakhlouf (UM6P), Xu Tang (Fudan University) Pieternel Levelt: Investigating Air Quality on the African Continent — need for Geostationary Satellite Observations | Rebecca Garland: Perspective on atmospheric composition, air quality, and climate linkages in Africa | Ali Benmakhlouf: Cosmic Humility | Xu Tang: AI for Urban Integration on Climate, Air Quality for Sustainable Development — proposed by ARCH and MAP-AQ
- Side meeting
Strengthening international collaboration in reducing the health impact of climate change
Kenza Khomsi, Paolo Laj, Xu Tang
- Side meeting
Follow-up meeting of AI for Sustainable Urban Systems+ (AISUS+) initiative
- Parallel
Parallel Sessions & preparation of reports — 3 Talks each (15 min), 45 mins discussion
- Evening
Poster Session
Day 3
October 16, 2025- Plenary
Report Presentations by Parallel Sessions
- Closing
Closing Ceremony & Best Oral/Poster Presentation Award
Speakers
Conference Speakers
Learn from world-renowned experts in climate and weather science.
Keynote Speakers
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Kenza Khomsi
Senior Researcher on Climate, Air Quality and Health
Partnership for Action in Green Economy (PAGE) National Coordinator, UNIDO
Guy Brasseur
Senior Scientist and Co-chair of MAP-AQ Project
Max Planck Institute
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Jérôme Chenal
Architect and urban planner
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)/UM6P
Laura Gallardo
Professor
Center for Climate and Resilience Research, University of Chile
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Maria de Fatima Andrade
Full Professor
University of São Paulo
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Paolo Laj
Senior Scientist
World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Global Atmospheric Watch (GAW)
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Rajesh Kumar
Deputy Lab Director at Research Applications Laboratory
The National Center for Atmospheric Research
Rebecca Garland
Professor
University of Pretoria
Haidong Kang
Professor
Fudan University
Tong Zhu
Academician & Professor of College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering
Peking University
Eloise Marais
Professor
University College London
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Robert Vautard
Senior Climate Scientist
Institut Pierre-Simon Laplace (IPSL), IPCC WG1 Co-Chair
M
Mokssit Abdalah
Head Secretariat
World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
Pieternel Levelt
Director of NCAR Atmospheric Chemistry Observations and Modelling (ACOM) & NCAR Associate Director
National Centre for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)
Ali Benmakhlouf
Academician & Philosophe
Professor Centre of African Studies
Gregory Carmichael
Professor of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Co-director, Center for Global and Regional Environmental Research
WMO
Registration
Conference Registration Steps
Follow the 3-step process below to register, pay, and submit your abstract for CWCC 2025.
Registration is closed. The conference took place 14–16 October 2025.
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Abstract Submission
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| Category | Early bird | Regular | On-site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experts, scholars, people from all walks of life — Standard | 350 euros | 430 euros | 500 euros |
| Low-income countries with GDP per capita < $8,000 | 250 euros | 330 euros | 500 euros |
| Student — Low-income countries with GDP per capita < $8,000 | 145 euros | 170 euros | 220 euros |
| Student — Standard | 220 euros | 290 euros | 350 euros |
For participants from low-income countries with a GDP per capita below $8,000, please refer to the data from the World Bank.
Venue
Venue & Location
CWCC2025 will be held at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Morocco.
Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Lot 660, Hay Moulay Rachid, Ben Guerir 43150, Morocco
1. Arrival via Casablanca – Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Step 1: Arrive at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN). From the Arrivals area, follow the signs marked “Train” or “ONCF” (Office National des Chemins de Fer); the signs will guide you via an escalator or elevator going down to the lower level where the station is located (the railway station is inside the terminal, so you do not need to leave the airport).
Step 2: Take the train from Mohammed V Airport Train Station to Ben Guerir Train Station. Trains from this station run every hour. Duration: approx. 2h40 (with a transfer at Oasis Casablanca). Cost: around 175 MAD (≈17 Euros). Train tickets can be purchased online at oncf-voyages.ma or on-site using international credit cards or cash (Local currency – Moroccan Dirham).
Step 3: From Ben Guerir Train Station, take a taxi to UM6P. Distance: ~4 km (~10 minutes).
2. Arrival via Marrakech – Menara International Airport (RAK)
From Marrakech Menara Airport, take a taxi or shuttle directly to UM6P (~45 minutes drive). For taxi info see airport-marrakech.com.
Stay
Conference Accommodations
Choose from our carefully selected accommodation options, all conveniently located near or on the conference venue.
DoubleTree by Hilton Ben Guerir Hotel & Residences
Located at the Campus of UM6P
Experience luxury and convenience at the DoubleTree by Hilton, directly on the UM6P campus. Please note: the number of rooms is limited, early booking is recommended.
Contact for rates
Check The WebsiteHotel Les Oliviers
15 minutes walking to the campus
Special conference rate of 600 DH (≈60 Euros) per night, including breakfast. Mention CWCC Conference when booking. Please note: the number of rooms is limited, early booking is recommended.
From 60 EUR/night
Check The WebsiteUM6P Campus Housing
On Campus
Choose from rooms (25€), studios (30€), or suites (45€) per night. Payment on-site.
From 25 EUR/night
Contact for BookingTraining
WMO Training
Learn from WMO experts and partners about air quality prediction in Africa.
Seamless Prediction of Air Pollution in Africa
9–11 October 2025UM6P, Ben Guerir Campus, Morocco
- Introduce participants to the main principles of air quality and meteorological modelling for African applications
- Present related data products and how to implement these tools in practice
- Strengthen local capacity in Africa on air quality prediction and forecasting
- Promote the use of scientific data products in decision-making
Discover Morocco
Discover Morocco
Geography & Landmarks
Morocco is located in North Africa, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. It features diverse landscapes including the Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert, and beautiful coastlines. Key cities include Casablanca, Marrakech, Fez, and Rabat (the capital).
Culture & Heritage
Morocco boasts a rich cultural heritage influenced by Berber, Arabian, and European traditions. The country is known for its vibrant medinas, traditional riads, and intricate architectural designs featuring colorful mosaics and detailed woodwork.
History & Timeline
With a history dating back to antiquity, Morocco has been influenced by various civilizations including Phoenicians, Romans, and Islamic dynasties. It gained independence in 1956 and is now a constitutional monarchy with a democratically elected parliament.
Events & Conferences
Morocco regularly hosts international events and conferences, including the CWCC Conference. These gatherings bring together scholars, researchers, and professionals from around the world to discuss various topics and foster international collaboration.
Experience Morocco
Marrakech city
Discover the vibrant city of Marrakech, famous for its bustling souks, historic palaces, and the iconic Jemaa el-Fna square.
Dakhla: Oasis by the Ocean
Experience the unique blend of desert and sea in Dakhla — a hidden gem for kitesurfing, serene beaches, and Saharan culture.
Merzouga: Gateway to the Dunes
Venture into the vast Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga, ride camels at sunset, and immerse yourself in the magic of the Sahara under starry skies.
Atlas Mountains Adventure
Hike through the majestic Atlas Mountains, uncover hidden Berber villages, and experience the serene beauty of Morocco's highlands.
Chefchaouen: The Blue Pearl
Wander through the enchanting blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains, and discover its rich culture, artisanal crafts, and tranquil atmosphere.
Fes: The Spiritual Heart
Step into the ancient medina of Fes, where labyrinthine alleys, historic mosques, and bustling souks reveal the soul of Morocco's oldest imperial city.
Essaouira: The Coastal Gem
Breathe in the ocean air of Essaouira, a charming port city where vibrant markets, fortified walls, and golden beaches blend into a relaxed coastal vibe.
Moroccan Cuisine and Culture
Experience the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine, where spices, fresh ingredients, and tradition come together in every dish. Discover the stories and culture behind each bite.
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CWCC2025
The Second international conference for climate and weather change research and policy discussions.
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