Over 2,000 engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders gathered at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center this week for the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) 2025 General Assembly. The event, co-hosted by the China Association for Science and Technology and Shanghai authorities, spotlighted groundbreaking technologies shaping humanity's sustainable future.
At Tuesday's plenary session, organizers revealed this year's Top 10 Global Engineering Achievements, featuring breakthroughs in hydrogen energy storage, AI-driven climate modeling, and next-generation solar cell efficiency. Chinese mainland researchers contributed to six of the recognized projects, including a carbon capture system now operational in 12 countries.
"These innovations prove engineering isn't just about building structures – it's about building hope," said WFEO President Mustafa Shehu during the opening ceremony. The assembly's "Engineering Shapes a Green Future" theme resonated through 48 technical sessions covering smart cities, circular economies, and disaster-resilient infrastructure.
Business analysts highlighted investment opportunities in the showcased technologies, particularly Southeast Asia's floating wind farm projects and India's AI-optimized irrigation networks. Academic attendees praised the cross-border collaboration evident in the DPRK-China-Russia joint venture on sustainable mining techniques.
The event concludes Friday with a youth innovation challenge, where 30 student teams from APEC members will present scalable solutions for coastal erosion prevention.
