The International Conference on Sustainable Development and Studies (ICSDS) 2026 is a premier global platform dedicated to strengthening climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and sustainable innovation. Bringing together academics, policymakers, and industry leaders, the conference fosters interdisciplinary dialogue to develop actionable solutions for a safer, more sustainable future. Join us as we bridge the gap between research and practice to empower communities and drive national and global transformation.
ICSDS 2026 brings together academics, scientists, policymakers, practitioners, industry leaders, and students to exchange knowledge and develop actionable solutions aimed at strengthening climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and sustainable development.
The conference focuses on critical thematic areas such as climate change adaptation and mitigation, disaster management and environmental sustainability, water and food security, circular economy pathways, resilient infrastructure, digital tools for early warning and disaster response, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable governance systems.
By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and international cooperation especially with research partners from China, Korea, and other countries the conference seeks to create a robust ecosystem for innovation and policy transformation.
ICSDS 2026 is not only an academic gathering; it is a national call to action designed to empower Sri Lanka’s institutions, industries, and communities with the knowledge and partnerships required to navigate the escalating climate and disaster landscape.
For sponsors and partners, supporting ICSDS 2026 is an opportunity to be at the forefront of national resilience-building, align with global sustainability priorities, demonstrate leadership in climate action, and contribute to shaping a safer, more sustainable future for Sri Lanka.
ICSDS 2026 invites academics, researchers, industry experts, policymakers, and students to submit research abstracts, extended abstracts, and full papers for oraltt or poster presentations across the broad landscape of sustainable development. All accepted and presented papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings, supporting international visibility and future collaboration. The following key events are scheduled as part of ICSDS 2026.
On Day 01, the conference will open with an inaugural ceremony featuring keynote speeches, guest addresses, and the official launch of the second volume of SLJSDS. Following the inauguration, participants will engage in plenary sessions, panel discussions, poster sessions, and technical sessions covering interdisciplinary sustainability topics including climate resilience, environmental management, circular economy, sustainable communities, digital innovation, and policy advancements.
On Day 02, participants will engage in an educational industry visit. This visit will expose attendees to real world sustainability applications, including environmental management systems, resource efficient production, circular economy practices, industrial innovation, and community-oriented sustainability initiatives.
The visit aims to bridge academic knowledge with industry practices, demonstrating how leading organizations integrate sustainability into operations and long-term strategy.
Selected papers will also be published in Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies.