Platinum Jubilee International Conference on ESG, Climate Change and Sustainable Development: Challenges, Innovations and Pathways Forward
1. Quick Facts & Important Dates
- Event Name: Platinum Jubilee International Conference on ESG, Climate Change and Sustainable Development
- Organizer: Rekhi Centre of Excellence for the Science of Happiness, IIT Kharagpur
- Conference Dates: 7-8th December, 2026 (Pre-Conference Workshop: 6th December, 2026)
- Abstract Submission Opens: 20 September 2026
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 20 October 2026
- Acceptance Notification: 30 October 2026
- Early Bird Registration: 01 Nov 2026 to 15 Nov 2026
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15 November 2026
- Late Registration: 16 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026
- Inquiry Email: esg.conf.iitkgp@gmail.com
2. About IIT Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is a premier public technical institute established by the Government of India. As it celebrates its Platinum Jubilee, the institute continues to lead in cutting-edge academic research, technological innovation, and interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at solving national and global challenges, including environmental sustainability and climate action.
3. About the Conference
The Platinum Jubilee International Conference invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit original research papers, review papers, case studies, and conceptual papers on ESG, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development. Held in a hybrid mode, the event focuses on transforming research into scalable solutions. Selected papers will be considered for an edited volume or journal special issue.
4. Key Highlights & Conference Themes
Key Highlights: Pre-Conference Workshops, Oral Paper & Poster Presentations, Awards & Recognitions, and IIT Kgp Campus Tour.
Conference Themes:
- Theme 1: ESG, Sustainability and Climate Action: Evolution, trends, net-zero transitions, decarbonization, climate risk & resilience.
- Theme 2: Environmental Sustainability and Biodiversity: Mitigation, adaptation, nature-based solutions, water security & disaster risk reduction.
- Theme 3: Social Justice, Wellbeing and Equity: Human rights, labor rights, indigenous/local community inclusion, health & just transition.
- Theme 4: Corporate Governance, Ethics and Compliance: Stakeholder engagement, regulatory frameworks, greenwashing prevention & transparency.
- Theme 5: Sustainable Finance and Investment: ESG investing, green banking, green bonds, carbon markets & pricing.
- Theme 6: ESG Measurement, Reporting and Disclosures: Metrics, standards, climate-related financial disclosures & carbon accounting.
- Theme 7: Technology and Sustainable Business Models: AI, digital transformation, remote sensing, clean energy & circular economy.
5. Registration Fee Structure
- Scholars / Students: INR 1,500 (Early Bird) | INR 2,000 (Late Registration)
- Faculty: INR 3,000 (Early Bird) | INR 3,500 (Late Registration)
- Industrial Professionals: INR 5,000 (Early Bird) | INR 5,500 (Late Registration)
- International Scholars / Students: USD 100 (Early Bird) | USD 150 (Late Registration)
- International Faculty: USD 150 (Early Bird) | USD 200 (Late Registration)
- International Industry Professionals: USD 200 (Early Bird) | USD 250 (Late Registration)
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q1: When and where will the conference be held?
Ans: It will be held in hybrid mode from 7-8th December 2026 at IIT Kharagpur, India (Pre-Conference workshop on 6th December 2026). - Q2: When is the abstract submission deadline?
Ans: Abstract submission closes on 20 October 2026. - Q3: Will selected papers be published?
Ans: Yes, selected papers will be considered for publication in an edited volume or journal special issue. - Q4: Who are the convenors for this event?
Ans: Dr. Atasi Mohanty (Convenor), Dr. Pritha Datta (Co-convenor), and Dr. Sannet Thomas (Co-convenor) from the Rekhi Centre of Excellence for the Science of Happiness, IIT Kharagpur.