Abidjan, October 22-24, 2026
Energy and Innovation: rethinking energy efficiency policies for sustainable development
Energy efficiency and energy storage technologies are emerging as essential drivers of industrial competitiveness and sustainable development. The ISPESFM 2026 International Congress, initiated by the University of Picardy Jules Verne Amiens (France) and the Felix Houphouët Boigny University Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire), aims to be a leading scientific and technological platform bringing together researchers, engineers, industry professionals, and public policymakers to promote advances in the fields of energy production, storage, and optimization.
Important Dates
July 30, 2026: Abstract Submission Deadline
August 20, 2026: Notification of Acceptance
September 10, 2026: Registration Payment Deadline (PayPal, Bank Transfer, Credit Card, Mobile Money)
October 22, 2026: Conference Begins
Scientific areas
| Axis 1: Sustainable Energy Production and Vectors Renewable Energies (solar, wind, hydrogen)Photochemical and Photonic ProcessesBioelectrochemistry and Bioenergetic SystemsEnergy Supply, Grid Stability, and Load Shedding | Axis 2: Energy Storage and Conversion Next-Generation BatteriesSupercapacitors and Thermal StorageFuel Cells and Hydrogen-Based TechnologiesAdvanced Materials for Energy StorageFerroic Materials and Multifunctional Devices |
| Axis 3: Energy Efficiency and Optimization Reducing Energy Losses in SystemsPower Electronics and Thermal ManagementMagnetic Materials and Smart SensorsEnergy Optimization of Industrial Systems | Axis 4: Green Chemistry and Circular Economy Eco-design of Energy MaterialsRecycling of Storage SystemsLife Cycle Analysis of Energy TechnologiesEnvironmental Impacts and Sustainability |
| Axis 5: Functional Materials for Energy Materials chemistry for energy applicationsNanoparticles and nanostructured materialsMaterials for smart and sustainable constructionPhotodetection and electroluminescent materialsPhotochromic and electrochromic materials | Axis 6: Smart materials and ferroic oxides Ferro-antiferroelectric and piezoelectric materialsFerro-antiferromagnetic and piezomagnetic materialsElectromagneto-barocaloric and piezocaloric effectsPhotocatalysis and environmental protectionBiosensors and biobatteries |
| The accelerating impacts of climate change and the growing global demand for energy have placed energy efficiency and sustainable energy systems at the forefront of international priorities. The continued dependence on fossil fuels not only intensifies environmental degradation but also highlights the urgent need for innovative and sustainable alternatives capable of supporting long-term economic and social development. In this context, rethinking energy efficiency policies and promoting technological innovation are essential to achieving a successful energy transition. Advances in materials science, renewable energy technologies, smart energy systems, and high-performance energy storage solutions are playing a crucial role in improving energy management while reducing environmental impacts. | This conference aims to provide an international forum for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders to exchange ideas and present recent advances in the fields of energy production, storage technologies, energy efficiency strategies, and sustainable energy policies. Particular attention will be given to innovative materials, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary approaches that can accelerate the transition toward low-carbon and sustainable energy systems. The event will also highlight the latest developments in both fundamental and applied research related to next-generation energy systems. By fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and decision-makers, the conference seeks to stimulate innovation, encourage knowledge transfer, and promote practical solutions for achieving sustainable development in the global energy sector. |
