International Conference on Green and Sustainable Development
Conference Dates: March 10-12, 2025
Conference Outcomes
The joint conference seeks to achieve the following outcomes:
- Promote Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate dialogue and the exchange of ideas among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers on challenges and solutions in sustainable development.
- Showcase Research: Provide a platform for researchers to present their work on sustainability, green technology, and environmentally friendly practices, fostering an academic exchange between the two universities.
- Encourage Collaboration: Build networks among academics, industry experts, government officials, and NGOs to foster partnerships and collaborative projects, enhancing regional cooperation.
- Support Policy Development: Contribute to the formulation of evidence-based policies that promote sustainability and environmental stewardship across Africa.
- Enhance Capacity Building: Equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement sustainable practices in their respective fields and communities.
Key Themes and Topics
The conference will focus on several key themes related to green and sustainable development:
- Sustainable Business, Management, and Economics
- Green entrepreneurship and innovation
- Circular economy practices
- Sustainable finance and investment
- Projects on dynamic environments.
- Sustainable supply chain management
- Green Technologies and Innovation
- Emerging technology: Application of Artificial Intelligence, Internet of things and Robotics
- Sustainable materials and design
- Waste management and recycling innovations
- Smart cities and green building technologies
- Environmental Policy and Governance
- Policy frameworks for sustainable development
- International agreements and local implementation
- Role of governments and NGOs in promoting sustainability
- Social Equity and Sustainable Development
- Financial Inclusion
- Gender and social inclusion in sustainable practices
- Community-led conservation efforts
- Addressing inequality in access to resources
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
- Innovative farming techniques
- Food security and sustainable nutrition
- Agroecology and permaculture
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Climate-resilient infrastructure
- Renewable energy solutions
- Carbon footprint reduction strategies
Conference Format
The conference will include a mix of keynote speeches, panel discussions, paper presentations, workshops, and networking sessions:
- Keynote Speeches: Delivered by prominent experts and thought leaders in sustainable development, with representation
- Panel Discussions: Featuring diverse perspectives on critical sustainability issues, including policy, research, and practice.
- Paper Presentations: Researchers will present their papers on various themes, followed by Q&A sessions.
- Workshops: Interactive sessions focusing on practical skills and knowledge in sustainability, such as green technology application and sustainable project management.
- Poster Sessions: Displaying innovative research and projects, with authors available for discussion.
- Networking Events: Opportunities for participants to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration possibilities.
Target Audience
The conference aims to attract a diverse audience, including:
- Academics and researchers in environmental sciences, engineering, social sciences, and economics
- Government officials and policymakers
- Industry professionals and entrepreneurs in green and sustainable sectors
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and civil society organizations
- Graduate students and early-career researchers
- International organizations and development agencies
Call for Papers and Submissions
- Submission Deadline: November 30, 2024
- Notification of Acceptance: December 15, 2024
- Final Paper Submission: February 15, 2025
Submission Guidelines:
- Abstracts should be 300-500 words and clearly outline the research objectives, methodology, findings, and implications for sustainable development.
- Full papers should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words, following the APA referencing style.
- Submissions will be peer-reviewed by an international panel of experts from both universities.
Key Dates
- Conference Announcement: October 2024
- Call for Papers: October 2024
- Early Bird Registration: November 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
- Regular Registration: January 1, 2025 – February 10, 2025
Participant rates
- Individual Presenter Registration Package
- Corporate Price: $500 (Early Bird: $450)
- Faculty Price: $300 (Early Bird: $250)
- Postgraduate Student Price: $200 (Early Bird: $150)
- Emerging researchers or professionals : $200 (Early Bird: $150)
Individual Non-Presenter Registration Package
- Corporate Price: $350 (Early Bird: $300)
- Faculty Price: $250 (Early Bird: $200)
- Postgraduate Student Price: $150 (Early Bird: $100)
- Emerging researchers or professionals : $150 (Early Bird: $100)
Corporate Sponsorship
- Platinum Sponsor Package: $10,000
- Gold Sponsor Package: $5,000
- Silver Sponsor Package: $3,000
- Bronze Sponsor Package: $2,000
Add-On Sponsorship Opportunities
Conference Bag Sponsor: $2,000 (Sponsor’s logo on all attendee bags).
Lunch Sponsor: $1,500 per day (Branding during lunch sessions).