Ghaith Tibi is an urban planner and sustainable development advisor with extensive experience in city planning and sustainability advisory projects in the Middle East.

He is an Associate in Arup's planning team and works closely with clients and stakeholders in the public and private sector advising on achieving ambitious sustainable planning and design outcomes appropriate for the region. He brings a strategic perspective to complex urban challenges setting out holistic frameworks founded on robust evidence base and clear systems thinking. 

Throughout his career, he has successfully led stakeholder engagement processes on strategic projects, working collaboratively with senior government and business leaders to facilitate a shared vision and secure buy-in on key decisions. Beyond his project work, Ghaith is also active in promoting sustainable planning and design principles. He has been a speaker at a number of high-profile international and regional events, including MENA Climate Week 2022 organised by the UNFCCC.

Ghaith also contributes to professional publications that support the transition to a net positive future, such as the State of Play Report for Circular Built Environment in Gulf Cooperation Council, which was prepared for the One Planet Network’s Sustainable Buildings and Construction Programme.