Coppe’s director discusses the role of Engineering in Rio’s development at a Crea-RJ meeting
Planeta COPPE / Institutional News / News
Date: 04/03/2026

Coppe/UFRJ’s director, Professor Suzana Kahn, will participate on March 19th in “Crea Aqui 2026”, a meeting promoted by the Regional Council of Engineering and Agronomy of Rio de Janeiro (Crea-RJ) that will bring together leaders from the areas of Engineering, Agronomy and Geosciences to discuss the directions of development in Rio de Janeiro.
At 10 am, Suzana will be part of Panel 1 – Development of the State of Rio de Janeiro, with the presentation “Engineering and Rio’s Evolution”. The debate will also include president of the Brazilian Association for the Development of Nuclear Activities (Abdan), Celso Cunha, and president of the Federal Council of Engineering and Agronomy (Confea), Vinícius Marquese. The moderator will be journalist Sidney Rezende.
The presence of Coppe’s director at the meeting reinforces the strategic role of the institution in formulating solutions for the major challenges of the state. Throughout its history, Coppe has contributed with applied research, technological innovation and the training of highly qualified human resources, impacting areas such as energy transition, sustainable mobility, infrastructure, urban planning and public policies.
When discussing Rio’s evolution from an engineering perspective, Suzana Kahn will highlight how science, technology and innovation are fundamental vectors for repositioning the state in a scenario of productive transformation and transition to a low-carbon economy. The approach connects economic development, sustainability and competitiveness, pointing out ways to integrate technical knowledge, strategic planning and socio-environmental responsibility.
Crea Aqui 2026 will bring together professionals, students, representatives of companies and educational institutions in a program focused on innovation, collaboration and building solutions for the future of the state.
The event is free for professionals of the System and students of the CREA JR-RJ and CREA Jovem RJ programs. There will also be a solidarity ticket, through the donation of 1 kg of non-perishable food, destined for Ação da Cidadania.
Date: March 19th 2026
Time: starting at 8 a.m. (credential distribution)
Location: Píer Mauá – Armazém 3 (Av. Rodrigues Alves, 10 – Praça Mauá)
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