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Dr. Ali's upbringing in both the United States and Pakistan has endowed him with a unique perspective on global environmental issues. Born in Massachusetts, he moved to Pakistan at the age of nine and grew up straddling two vastly different cultures. After completing his studies in chemistry and environmental studies at esteemed institutions like Yale and MIT, he transitioned into academia, where he currently serves as the head of the Department of Geography and Spatial Sciences at the University of Delaware.
His career has spanned various roles, including industry experience at General Electric and public sector work with the United Nations. Dr. Ali's combined experience in natural and social sciences positions him as a prominent figure in discussions about industrial sustainability.