International Conference On Global Climate Action: Strategies for a Sustainable Future (GCASSF 2025)

22-23 May 2025
Venue: NITTTR Kolkata



Department of Technical Education and Management
National Institute of Technical Teachers'
Training & Research, Kolkata
Block-FC, Sector-III, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700106, INDIA

About the Institute


The National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) has been a pioneer in advancing technical education and research. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and climate resilience, NITTTR plays a crucial role in training educators, researchers, and industry professionals to develop solutions that align with global environmental goals. The institution is committed to fostering innovation in sustainable development, energy efficiency, and climate mitigation strategies.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT


Ineffective management of educational institutions, educational programs, etc. has often been at the root of poor-quality institutional performances. To address this lacunae, Technical Educational and Management Department, since its inception, has been offering short- term training programs in different areas of institutional/organizational management, quality management, environmental management, training & development, Disaster Management and Climate Change. In general, the training programs are aimed at various clientele groups comprising not only the technical teachers' community but also other professionals belonging to different domains of the world of work. Besides training activity, a number of consultancy and research projects have been coordinated by the department in different areas of technical education.

ABOUT GCASSF 2025


The International Conference on "Global Climate Action: Strategies for a Sustainable Future" is scheduled to take place on 22-23 May, 2025. This conference aims to bring together researchers, policymakers, industry experts, and academicians to discuss innovative strategies and sustainable solutions to address global climate challenges. The event will provide a platform for knowledge sharing, fostering collaboration, and encouraging actionable steps towards a resilient and sustainable future. The conference aims to serve as a milestone event for global climate action, fostering collaboration and innovation to drive a sustainable future.

CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABILITY


Climate change poses significant risks to ecosystems, economies, and societies worldwide. The need for sustainable development has never been more urgent. This conference focuses on climate resilience, adaptation, and mitigation strategies to counteract the adverse effects of climate change. Topics such as sustainable energy, decarbonization, climate finance, and green infrastructure will be explored to equip stakeholders with the knowledge to implement sustainable practices.

Organizers


Chief Patron:
  • Shri Sajjan Bhajanka, BOG Chairman, NITTTR Kolkata
Patron:
  • Prof. Debi Prasad Mishra, NITTTR Kolkata
Convenor:
  • Prof Anil Kumar,
    Dept. of Technical Education & Management,
    NITTTR Kolkata-700106,
    Email: anil@nitttrkol.ac.in,
    Mob: 9007560314
Co-Convenor:
  • Dr. Deepak Mehra,
    Dept. of Mechanical Engineering,
    NITTTR Kolkata - 700106
    Email: deepak@nitttrkol.ac.in,
    Mob: 8058111512
National Advisory Committee:
  • Prof D. N. Reddy, Ex VC, JNTU, Hyderabad
  • Prof A M Agrawal, Ex Advisor, AICTE and VC, United University, Prayagraj
  • Prof D. S. Chauhan, Ex VC, Dr APJAKTU, Lucknow
  • Er Prabhat K Jha, Ex GM, Maruti Udyog Limited
  • Prof S P Harsha, Professor, MIED, IIT Roorkee
  • Prof V K Shrivastava, Professor (Retd.), IIT Delhi
  • Prof M. M. Mahapatra, Professor, Mechanical Sciences, IIT Bhubaneswar
  • Prof Ajay S. Kalamdhad, Dept. of Civil Engineering. IIT Guwahati
  • Prof M. K. Jha, Principal, MIT Muzaffarpur
  • Prof Bimlesh Kunwar, Professor, Dept of Civil Engineering, IIT Guwahi.
Technical Committee:
  • Prof Gayadhar Panda, Dean (FAA), NITTTR Kolkata
  • Prof Chndan Chakraborty, Dean (RPD), NITTTR Kolkata
  • Prof Niladri Pratap Maity, CoE, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Prof Urmila Kar, HoD, Dept of Technical Education & Management, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Prof Subrata Mondal, HoD, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Prof Naveen B. P., HoD, Dept. of Civil Engineering, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Dr Sagarika Pal, HoD, Dept. of Electrical Engineering
Organising Committee:
  • Prof Anil Kumar, Dept. of Technical Education & Management, NITTTR
  • Dr. Deepak Mehra, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Dr Kunwar Raghvendra Singh, Dept. of Civil Engineering, NITTTR Kolkata
  • Dr Arpan Kumar Mondal, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, NITTTR Kolkata

Topics to be Covered


Track 1: Sustainable Material, Mechanical Systems, and Climate

  • Green Manufacturing and Sustainable Production Technologies
  • Materials for Renewable Energy Systems
  • Carbon Footprint Reduction and Green Design in Mechanical Engineering

Track 2: Sustainable Energy Engineering

  • Renewable Energy Technologies: Innovation and Integration
  • Energy Storage Systems
  • Smart Grids and Energy Distribution
  • Energy Efficiency in Industrial Applications

Track 3: Sustainable Management

  • Corporate sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), Sustainability Reporting and Accountability
  • Sustainable business models and green supply chains

Track 4: Sustainable Infrastructure and Green Building

  • Green Building Design and Architecture
  • Sustainable Building Materials and Technologies
  • Energy-Efficient Infrastructure

Track 5: Sustainable Digital Technological Future

  • The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Sustainability
  • Green Computing and Sustainable IT Infrastructure
  • Blockchain for Sustainability
  • Digital Transformation for Sustainable Development
  • Internet of Things (IoT) for Smart Sustainability

Track 6: Climate Change Policy

  • Sectoral policies for emissions reduction (transport, energy, agriculture, etc.)
  • Role of international organizations in climate policymaking (UNFCCC, IPCC, etc.)

Track 7: Climate Prediction and Climate Goals

  • AI and machine learning applications in climate modeling.
  • Extreme weather event prediction and early warning systems.

Track 8: Building Resilience Against Climate Change - Adaptation

  • Climate-resilient urban planning and infrastructure
  • Innovative financing models for climate adaptation

Registration


WHO CAN ATTEND THE CONFERENCE

  • Researchers and academicians
  • Industry professionals and sustainability experts
  • Policymakers and government officials
  • NGOs and environmental organizations
  • Students and climate activists

REGISTRATION PROCESS AND CHARGES

  • Participants must register through the official conference portal. Early bird registration will be available at discounted rates. Details of the fee structure are as follows:

Author

Indian (Early bird)(Rs.)

International (Early bird) (US $)

Indian (Regular)(Rs.)

International (Regular)(US $)

Students

INR 1000/-

US $ 25

INR 1500/-

US $ 40

Academician

INR 2500/-

US $ 70

INR 4000/-

US $ 100

Industry Professional

INR 3000/-

US $ 80

INR 4500/-

US $ 110


Payment Details:

Registration fee to be paid through bank transfer using the account details given below:

Name of Bank:  :  Indian Overseas Bank
Branch:  :  Salt Lake City,
Bank Holder:  :  NITTTR, Kolkata
Bank A/c No.:   :  089302000000263;
IFS Code  :  IOBA0000893

PAPER SUBMISSION GUIDELINES AND INDEXING:

For the GCASSF 2025 conference, paper submissions should follow Springer's guidelines, which include adhering to the Springer book series formatting template and submitting via the conference's designated online portal. Manuscripts must be original, written in English, and formatted according to Springer's style (Word template). All accepted papers may be considered for indexing in the Springer book series (Scopus) upon publication in the Springer book series. Authors must ensure that their submissions are free of plagiarism and comply with ethical standards.


LINK FOR REGISTRATION:

Participants can register at: Click Here  

Important Dates


Full Paper Submission Deadline:: :   10th April 2025   25th April 2025
Notification of Acceptance of Paper: :   25thApril 2025
Early Bird Registration Closes on: :   30thApril 2025
Conference Date: :   22nd-23rd May 2025