INTRODUCTION

With increasing global population, there continues to be demand for the development of more infrastructural services and resources. These developments often subject our environments to pressure  resulting into the deterioration and depletion of major resources. Consequently, there is the parallel need to adopt sustainable strategies as our society progresses and grows. Sustainability in the context of development, is defined as the set of environmental, economic and social conditions under which the society has the capacity and opportunity to maintain and improve its quality without degrading the quality and quantity of the natural, economic, and social resources. With this in mind and considering the critical Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Civil Engineers must take the leading role in applying sustainability to the selection, planning, design, and construction of various elements and components of infrastructure, hence aiming at sustainable engineering practice for future development. In addition to the development of infrastructure, shelter, water and wastewater systems, Civil Engineers can also contribute solutions to sustainable development by adopting cleaner technology and green design principles. Commitment to this challenge requires Civil Engineers to acknowledge their professional obligation, extend their knowledge base, and participate all all levels of policy decisions.

AIM OF THE CONFERENCE

ICCESR-2024 is intended to bring together academia, practitioners, researchers, policy makers and regulators to discuss emerging and pertinent issues relating to on sustainability and resilience in the civil engineering research, training and practice. This will encompass developments and improvements in innovative designs, construction and smart technologies and formulation of appropriate policies in the face of climate change to ensure sustainability and resilience. It is hoped that the deliberations will chart a new course for improved role of Civil Engineering in the wake of climate change for sustainability and resilience.