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August 29 -September 1, 2025

International Conference on
Sustainable & Resilient Futures:
Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice
(ICSRF 2025)

Experiential Learning, Inclusiveness, & Sustainable Innovations

Time: 9 AM to 5 PM IST


Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus,
Kollam, Kerala – 690525

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The International Conference on Sustainable & Resilient Futures: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice will centre on the theme, “Experiential Learning, Inclusiveness, & Sustainable Innovations.” The conference aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among researchers, scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and industry leaders to tackle global sustainability challenges.

Email: icsrf@amrita.edu 

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Why ICSRF 2025?

In a world grappling with complex challenges—from climate volatility and resource depletion to socio-economic inequities and disrupted ecosystems—ICSRF 2025 emerges as a critical platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, actionable research, and transformative collaboration.

Innovation for Impact

Advancing breakthrough solutions for a just and sustainable future that are scalable, inclusive, and ready to address real-world climate, economic, and social challenges.

Resilience Through Collaboration

Bridging science, policy, and practice across sectors and borders through the creation of resilient systems through shared knowledge, co-created policies, and adaptive strategies.

Local Roots, Global Relevance

Empowering diverse voices and context-driven solutions to shape global futures that are inclusive, equitable, and adaptable.

Why Attend?

Whether you’re a researcher pushing the boundaries of sustainability science, a policymaker reimagining governance, a social entrepreneur driving inclusive innovation, or a student with a vision for the future, ICSRF 2025 is the best platform for you.

Conference Tracks

TRACK 1: Climate Action, Ecosystem Restoration & Disaster Risk Reduction

  • Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation 
  • Ecosystem Restoration & Nature-Based Solutions
  • Blue Economy & Marine Sustainability 
  • Water Security & Water Resource Management
  • Renewable Energy & Net Zero Strategies 
  • Urban Sustainability & Green Infrastructure 
  • Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Resilience Strategies
  • Early Warning Systems & Emergency Response Technologies 

TRACK 2: Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security  

  • Climate-Smart & Regenerative Agriculture 
  • AI, IoT & Precision Agriculture
  • Soil Health & Sustainable Land Use
  • Agri-Food Supply Chains & Post-Harvest Management 
  • Remote Sensing & GIS in Agriculture 
  • Drones, Robotics & Automation in Agriculture 
  • Agri-entrepreneurship & Rural Innovations 

TRACK 3: Health, Well-being & Digital Healthcare Innovations 

  • Climate Change & Public Health
  • One Health Approach
  • AI & Digital Health Innovations 
  • Sustainable Nutrition & Food Systems
  • Mental Health & Community Resilience
  • Health Equity, Gender Inclusion & Social Determinants of Well-being

TRACK 4: Equitable Education, Cultural Heritage & Traditional Knowledge Systems 

  • Futures-Ready Curriculum & Pedagogical Innovation 
  • Experiential & Immersive Learning 
  • Education for Climate & Environmental Literacy 
  • Traditional & Indigenous Knowledge in Sustainability 
  • Culture, Heritage & Sustainability 
  • Digital & Open Educational Technologies 
  • Policy & Global Best Practices in Education for Sustainability

TRACK 5: Circular Economy, Resource Efficiency & Net Zero Carbon Strategies  

  • Circular Economy & Sustainable Business Models 
  • Waste to Wealth Innovations 
  • Sustainable Materials & Green Technologies 
  • Life Cycle Assessment & Carbon Footprinting 
  • Energy Transition & Net Zero Carbon Strategies
  • Sustainable Manufacturing & Green Industrialization 

TRACK 6: Sustainable Livelihoods & Economic Resilience  

  • Women & Youth Empowerment in Sustainability 
  • Community-Led Sustainable Livelihood Models
  • Social Entrepreneurship & Impact Investing 
  • Blue Economy & Sustainable Marine Livelihoods
  • Inclusive Economic Growth & Digital Finance for Sustainability 

TRACK 7: Governance, Policy & Global SDG Impact  

  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Beyond 2030
  • Policy Innovations for Sustainability 
  • Multi-Stakeholder Engagement & Public-Private Partnerships
  • Decentralized Governance & Community Empowerment 

TRACK 8: Data-Driven Sustainability, AI & Emerging Technologies  

  • Technology for Sustainability Innovations
  • Geospatial Analytics & Remote Sensing for Sustainability
  • AI & Machine Learning for Sustainability 
  • Citizen Science & Participatory Decision-Making

TRACK 9: Integrated Action for the SDGs: Connecting Local, National, and Global Efforts  

Case Studies & Best Practices  

  • Global Level – Sustainability and Policy Paradigms
  • National Level – Policy, economy, and sectoral sustainability
  • Local Level – Community resilience and grassroots interventions
  • Integrated Sustainability – Social, economic, environmental, and institutional sustainability

Conference Highlights

Keynote Addresses
Keynote Addresses

Insights from leading global experts in sustainability, climate resilience, and policy frameworks

Tutorials
Tutorials

Comprehensive tutorials from leading global experts on sustainability, climate resilience, and policy frameworks.

Workshops
Workshops

In-depth sessions led by global experts from Government Organizations, Industry, and Non-Government Organisations.

Hackathon
Hackathon

Hands-on solution development for sustainability and resilience

NGO Conclave
NGO Conclave

An NGO conclave bringing together organisations to share experiences, collaborate, and contribute to sustainable development and community resilience.

Panel Discussions
Panel Discussions

Engaging dialogues between scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders on bridging research and real-world applications

Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations
Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations

Showcasing cutting-edge research on climate resilience, water security, energy transitions, and sustainable agriculture

Networking & Collaboration Opportunities
Networking & Collaboration Opportunities

Connecting researchers, professionals, and organisations for interdisciplinary partnerships and future projects

Field Visits
Field Visits

Exploring key challenges in the communities and demonstrating sustainable innovations that enhanced resilience in the community

Discussions
Discussions

Roundtable Discussions on Investments for Innovation (I4I) involving Senior Management Professionals, Investors and Corporate Leaders

Business to Business (B2B)
Business to Business (B2B)

Business to Business (B2B) Meetings on Selected Themes (Energy, Agriculture, Data/AI, Geospatial etc)

FAQ’s

Where can I submit my paper?

Submit your manuscript via Microsoft CMT

Are there manuscript guidelines available?

Yes, please refer to the guidelines here

Do all authors need to register for the conference?

No, only one author per accepted paper must register and present for inclusion in the program and proceedings. However, each author must register individually to receive a participation certificate.

Can we submit or present more than one paper with a single registration?

One registration covers the presentation of one paper only. If you have multiple accepted papers, each paper requires a separate registration

What is the manuscript page limit?

Each manuscript should be between 10 to 15 pages.

Should the manuscript be in single-column or double-column format?

Manuscripts must be prepared in single-column format as per the official guidelines

Can I email the full-length manuscript?

No, all submissions must be made via the Microsoft CMT platform. Email submissions will not be accepted.

Is it mandatory to create a Microsoft CMT account?

Yes, authors must create an account in Microsoft CMT to submit manuscripts.

Should I submit the full-length manuscript by the deadline?

Yes, full-length manuscripts are expected by 30th June 2025.

How many papers can one person submit?

One paper per registration is allowed.

Will all accepted papers be considered for special journal issues?

No, only selected papers aligned with the special issue themes will be considered.

What are the themes of the special issues?

Special issue themes include: Water; Climate; Food Security

Is there any Article Processing Charge (APC) for the conference proceedings or edited book?

No, APC is not applicable for the conference proceedings or Springer-edited book.

side events

Lake and Reservoir 2025 – IWA Symposium

A global forum advancing sustainable lake and reservoir management through innovation, collaboration, and inclusive, climate-resilient solutions.

NGO Conclave

Discover how grassroots changemakers are shaping a sustainable future at the NGO Conclave 2025. From climate action to women’s empowerment, explore real-world solutions and inspiring innovations driving impact at the last mile.

Key Dates 

  • June 30, 2025

    Full Paper Submission, Proposal Submission Deadline

  • July 15, 2025

    Paper Acceptance Notification

  • July 20, 2025

    Early Bird Registration Deadline

  • July 30, 2025

    Final Paper, Tutorial Material Submission

  • August 29, 2025

    On-site registration

SDGs

Call for Papers

We invite researchers, scholars, practitioners, industry professionals, and other stakeholders to contribute papers aligned with the conference tracks. One of the authors is required to attend the conference to present the work either as an oral presentation or a poster.

Selected papers will be published in special issues of Scopus-indexed journals.

Peer reviewed book: Sustainable and Resilient Futures: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice (A book series in Industrial Ecology and Environmental Management, Springer)
Conference proceedings: Elsevier-SSRN 

Special issues (APC applicable):
1) Sustainable Futures, Elsevier
2) Aqua- Water infrastructure, ecosystem, and society, IWA
3) Frontiers in Earth Sciences

Important Dates:

  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: June 30
  • Paper Acceptance Notification: July 15
  • Final Paper Submission – July 30
  • Early bird Registration Deadline – July 20

Submission guidelines:

  • All submissions must be original and not under review elsewhere
  • The manuscript should be written in English and formatted according to the conference template
  • Ensure that the manuscript follows the plagiarism guidelines set by the conference (typically ≤10%)

Note: The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Call for Tutorial Proposal

We invite submissions for tutorial proposals for the International Conference on Sustainable & Resilient Future: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice (ICSRF 2025), to be held from August 29 to September 1, 2025. Tutorials will provide a platform for experts to present in-depth content on topics of interest related to the conference themes. Tutorials will last 3 hours and should be designed to engage participants with informative and practical knowledge.

Proposal Submission Guidelines

Each tutorial proposal should not exceed three pages and must include the following information:

  • Title of the Tutorial
  • Rationale for the Tutorial
    • Explain the importance and relevance of the tutorial to the community.
    • Identify the target audience and expected benefits for attendees.
  • Description of the Tutorial Content
    • Outline the topics and subtopics covered
    • Provide details on the depth of coverage and methodology (lecture, hands-on, interactive, etc.).
  • Presenter(s) Information
    • Name(s), affiliation(s), and contact details.
    • A short biography (maximum 200 words per presenter).
    • A summary of previous tutorial delivery experience.
  • Previous or Related Versions of the Tutorial
    • State whether the tutorial has been presented before.
    • If applicable, describe differences and improvements over previous versions.

Tutorial  proposal must be submitted as PDF document via email to icsrf@amrita.edu.

Important Dates

  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: June 30
  • Paper Acceptance Notification: July 15
  • Final Paper Submission – July 30
  • Early bird Registration Deadline – July 20

Call for Workshop Proposal

ICSRF 2025 invites proposals for half-day or full-day workshops to be held in conjunction with the main conference. Workshops should offer an interactive forum for discussing cutting-edge research, emerging trends, and practical applications related to sustainability and resilience. We encourage workshops that foster collaboration between researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to drive high-impact, transformative solutions.

Topics and Format

We welcome workshop proposals that align with the conference’s theme and explore innovative, interdisciplinary approaches. Priority will be given to workshops that:

  • Address exciting and timely topics in sustainability and resilience
  • Offer a creative and engaging format to encourage lively discussions and knowledge exchange
  • Bridge the gap between researchers and practitioners
  • Foster multi-disciplinary interactions that lead to novel and impactful research

Workshops can include presentations, panel discussions, interactive activities, and collaborative problem-solving sessions. All accepted workshops should implement a peer-review process for submitted papers.

Submission Guidelines

Workshop proposals must be submitted as a single PDF document via email to icsrf@amrita.edu. The proposal format can be accessed through the provided link.

Important Dates

  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: June 30
  • Paper Acceptance Notification: July 15
  • Final Paper Submission – July 30
  • Early bird Registration Deadline – July 20

Review Process:

All workshop proposals will be reviewed based on relevance, originality, feasibility, and potential impact.

We look forward to receiving your proposals and creating a dynamic platform for collaboration at ICSRF 2025!

Registration & Fees

Early Bird Registration ends on 15th July 2025

Category

National

International

Students 

₹ 1500 

$100 

Faculty/Industry

₹ 3,000

$300

 (*An amount of 18% GST Extra)

Introduction 

The world is facing unprecedented environmental, economic, and social challenges that demand innovative, interdisciplinary, and action-oriented solutions. The International Conference on Sustainable & Resilient Futures: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice seeks to create a dynamic platform where researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and industry leaders come together to discuss, deliberate, and co-develop pathways for sustainability and resilience. 
This conference will foster collaboration across disciplines and sectors to drive meaningful change. 

Co-Organized By 

  • UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation and Development 
  • Amrita School of Sustainable Futures (ASF), 
  • Amrita Centre for Wireless Networks and Applications (WNA) 
  • International Network for Sustainable Innovation and Resilient Futures (SustIN) 

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Contact 

icsrf@amrita.edu

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