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International Conference on Regenerative Futures

International Conference on Regenerative Futures

Advancing science, technology, and policy to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate impacts and build resilient societies through innovative and scalable climate solutions

Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) | 8-9 September 2026

Organised by Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

About the Conference

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is proud to present the International Conference on Regenerative Futures (ICReF), which will be held under the umbrella of the World Engineering, Science and Technology Congress (ESTCON2026) from 8 – 9 September 2026.

ICReF aims to advance science, technology, and policy to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate impacts, and build resilient ecosystems through innovative and sustainable climate solutions. This conference provides a global platform for academics, researchers, and industry leaders to share knowledge, present research findings, and explore transformative strategies for a regenerative future. Delegates will have opportunities to exchange ideas, establish collaborations, and foster partnerships for impactful climate action.

Conference Tracks

Technology Innovation in Eliminating and Preventing Greenhouse Gas Emission

  • Low-carbon fuel technologies (biofuels)
  • Industrial emissions reduction (cement, chemical, oil & gas)
  • Advanced materials for climate mitigation (membranes, catalysts)

Circular Solutions for Waste Management

  • Industrial circularity (waste-to-resource, closed-loop systems)
  • Circular water management (produced water, wastewater reuse)
  • Reuse of decommissioned oil & gas assets
  • Lifecycle analysis & circular design for heavy industries
  • Circular Economy Strategy & Business Model

Breakthrough Approaches in Climate Control

  • Geohazard prediction and climate risk modelling
  • Climate-resilient infrastructure design
  • Disaster risk reduction (flooding, sea-level rise)
  • Nature-based technology for Carbon Control Management (coastal protection, reforestation)
  • Water Resources under Climate Stress
  • Climate-informed Hazard Assessment & early warning (geospatial / GIS)

ESG and Circular Economy

  • Climate policies, regulations, and carbon pricing
  • ESG reporting and climate disclosure standards
  • Green finance (carbon credits, climate bonds)
  • Social license to operate and stakeholder engagement
  • Nature based technology for Carbon Credit

Strategy to Net Zero Emission

  • Geological carbon storage and long-term monitoring
  • Electrification of rigs and offshore facilities
  • Zero-flare field designs
  • Lifecycle GHG assessment for petroleum projects

Timeline

10 November 2025

Call for Papers

 
31 March 2026

Deadline for Paper Submission

 
31 May 2026

Notification of Acceptance

 
30 June 2026

Registration Deadline

 
8 – 9 September 2026

ESTCON2026

 

Call for Papers

Interested participants are invited to submit your paper/abstract at the official conference website.

Full Paper Submission & Publication

  • Interested authors are invited to submit full manuscript in the following link
  • All accepted papers will be included in the conference proceedings. The conference proceedings and certificate will be distributed to all presenters post event.

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