Call for Papers: 3rd International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Futures, Abu Dhabi University

 3rd International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Futures (ICASF 2025)

📅 Dates: 10–11 December 2025

📍 Venue: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

🌐 Mode: Hybrid (Physical & Virtual Presentations)

🔗 Conference Website

🎯 Conference Theme

Shaping the Future: Synergies Between Nature, Technology, and Society

ICASF 2025 seeks to explore the critical intersections between nature, technology, and society to address global sustainability challenges. The conference provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange, aiming to inspire transformative solutions that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

🏛️ Organizers & Partners

Hosted by Abu Dhabi University in collaboration with:

IREG Observatory on Academic Ranking & Excellence, Arab Universities Knowledge Network for Climate Change and Carbon Footprint (AUKNCCF), Liwa University, Springer, Emerald Publishing, Arab Council for Social Responsibility, QS, THE, UIGreenMetric, and over 40+ global institutions and networks .

Under the patronage of:

H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence

Sponsored by: Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi .

🎓 Conference Objectives

• Explore synergies between nature, technology, and society in tackling sustainability challenges.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across technology, business, science, and social development.
• Investigate the role of AI, renewable energy, and digital transformation in advancing sustainability.
• Foster equitable and inclusive development through accessible innovations.
• Encourage knowledge exchange and partnerships for real-world impact .

📑 Call for Papers

We invite submissions from scholars, researchers, practitioners, and doctoral students.

Submission Categories:

• Working Papers (based on abstracts of work in progress)
• Full Papers (double-blind peer reviewed)
• Doctoral Colloquium Submissions

Important Dates:

• Abstract / Short Paper Submission: 30 September 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: 5 October 2025
• Full Paper Submission: 20 October 2025
• Registration Deadline: 10 October 2025
• Conference: 10–11 December 2025

Submission Portal: Click here

📌 Tracks & Themes

ICASF 2025 will feature a wide range of conference tracks, including but not limited to:

1. Innovating Science & Engineering for a Sustainable Future
2. Sustainable Business Practices, Communication & Legal Approaches
3. AI and Green Technologies
4. Transforming Education for Equity & Inclusivity
5. Health, Nutrition & Well-being in a Sustainable Society
6. Philanthropy & Corporate Responsibility
7. Sustainable Project Management
8. Financial Strategies & Green Accounting
9. Climate Change & Environmental Futures

🎤 Keynote Speakers & Panels

Distinguished leaders from EU, QS, THE, Elsevier, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, Khalifa University, City University of Hong Kong, Tsinghua University, and more will deliver keynote talks and lead panel discussions on themes such as:

• Presidential Perspectives on Sustainability & Higher Education
• AI & Society: Opportunities & Challenges
• The Green Revolution 2.0 – Industry, Academia, and Government Collaboration
• Empowering Women in Sustainability
• Global University Rankings & Strategic Directions

📚 Publication Opportunities

Selected papers will be published in Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals and book series, including:

• Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (Springer, Scopus)
• Sustainable Civil Infrastructures (Springer, Scopus)
• Environmental Science and Sustainable Development (ESSD, under review for WoS & Scopus)
• Special Issues in Q1/Q2 journals such as Management of Environmental Quality, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, Energy Economics, and Wiley Collections .

💰 Registration & Fees

• Full Registration Fee: USD 450
• Abu Dhabi University GEP Members: USD 350
• Early Bird Discount (20%): Available until 10 October 2025

🔗 Registration Link

🏨 Venue & Accommodation

The conference will be held at the luxurious Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi – a 5-star venue offering state-of-the-art conference facilities, stunning architecture, and world-class hospitality .

Recommended Hotels (with special ICASF 2025 rates):

• Oryx Hotel (promo code: ORADUIC)
• Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi
• Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

📬 Contact

📧 Email: ICASF2025@adu.ac.ae

🌐 Conference Website

✨ Join us at ICASF 2025 as we shape sustainable futures at the nexus of nature, technology, and society.