Ayoub Ahmed Almhab

Relevant Experience & Background

Expertise in Digital Agriculture and Sustainable Development

• Over 20 years of experience in water resources management, geospatial artificial

intelligence (GeoAI), remote sensing, and sustainable agriculture, with a focus on arid and semi-arid regions.

• Specialized in climate-smart agriculture by integrating AI and satellite technologies to optimize water use efficiency and mitigate the effects of climate change on food systems.

• Led multiple interdisciplinary research projects addressing sustainable water

management, drought mitigation, and precision agriculture using advanced geospatial

analysis.

International Research Collaboration

• Collaborated on global initiatives related to climate adaptation and sustainable agriculture, working with government agencies, academic institutions, and international organizations.

• Experience in authoring and contributing to policy-oriented reports on environmental sustainability and technological innovation in agriculture.

• Published 40+ research papers and presented at international conferences, including works on integrating GeoAI in sustainable agriculture and water resource management.

Key Contributions to Global Sustainability Goals

• Developed innovative solutions for water conservation and soil monitoring aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in areas of clean water (SDG 6) and climate action (SDG 13).

• Led capacity-building programs to train professionals and students in applying AI and remote sensing to address environmental challenges.

Skills and Competencies

• Geospatial AI & Remote Sensing: Advanced proficiency in GIS, satellite imagery

analysis, and drone-based monitoring for environmental assessment.

• Policy and Reporting: Expertise in translating technical research into actionable policy recommendations for sustainable development.

• Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams on complex, multi-stakeholder projects across disciplines and regions.

This comprehensive experience uniquely positions me to contribute meaningful insights and innovative solutions to the Global Shiance and Sustainable Development Report.