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James Van Zandweghe

James Van Zandweghe | Stad Roeselare Roeselare, Belgium

Biography

I started my career as a developer and later progressed into the roles of functional analyst and project manager. Today, I work for the City of Roeselare, where I am involved in a variety of projects, including innovative Smart City initiatives. My work focuses on using data collection, data analysis and emerging technologies to address urban challenges and support data-driven decision-making. One of these projects is RainBrain, a project focused on smart water management. It combines data, sensors, forecasts and AI to gain better insights into rainfall and water flows.

Sessions

17:05h

Solution Talks | SMART CITY EXPO Energy & Environment

Cities That Endure: Rethinking Urban Resilience for the Next Decade

Henna Fabritius FinEst Centre for Smart Cities, Tallinn University of Technology Senior Researcher Chair

Michelle Escalante Mendivil Perino Policy Hub for Inclusive Development Co-CEO Chair

James Van Zandweghe Stad Roeselare Program Manager IT Chair

#Adaptation, #Climate Change, #Disaster Risk Management, #Smart Infrastructures, #Urban Resilience

2026-11-03 17:05 2026-11-03 17:55 Europe/Madrid Cities That Endure: Rethinking Urban Resilience for the Next Decade

Cities today stand at a turning point, where climate change, rapid urban growth, and environmental shifts are reshaping how urban areas function and evolve. These changes go beyond daily experience, influencing the very foundations and systems that support urban life. As cities adapt to increasing uncertainty and more complex challenges, the need for innovative, adaptive and resilient solutions becomes more urgent. This session brings together cutting-edge and practical solutions that help cities adapt, transform, and stay ahead of emerging challenges, paving the way toward more resilient, sustainable, and livable urban futures.

Stage: Urban Systems

Tue 3

17:05h - 17:55h Stage: Urban Systems All Passes