INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
(ICSDS) 2026
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“Shaping a Sustainable Future: Research, Innovation and Education.”
June 26, 2026
University of Kelaniya - Sri Lanka
Conference Date
Conference Date
June 26, 2026
Conference Email
Conference Email
icsds@kln.ac.lk
Welcome to ICSDS 2026
Welcome to ICSDS 2026
The First International Conference on Sustainable Development 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.
Organized by
Organized by
Centre for Sustainability Solutions in Collaboration with the
Centre for Sustainability Solutions in Collaboration with the
Department of Zoology and Environmental Management
Department of Zoology and Environmental Management
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
CONFERENCE TRACKS
CONFERENCE TRACKS
IMPORTANT DATES
IMPORTANT DATES
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN
1st International Conference on Sustainable Development Studies (ICSDS) 2026
1st International Conference on Sustainable Development Studies (ICSDS) 2026
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.
Day - 01
Day - 01
Conference
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.
Day - 02
Day - 02
Industry Visit: Addressing Sustainable Development Challenges in Practice
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.
ASSOCIATED JOURNALS
Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies
Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies
Selected papers will also be published in Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies.
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