About the Conference
Sustainability-Oriented Learning for a Viable Earth (SOLVE 2026) aims to provide a global platform for academicians, researchers, and industry professionals to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on sustainable practices across interdisciplinary domains.
Sustainability is no longer a choice—it is a necessity for ensuring the survival and well-being of future generations. The conference seeks to bridge the gap between scientific innovation, industrial practices, and policy frameworks by bringing together diverse stakeholders from engineering, science, technology, management, and social sciences.
Target Participants
Researchers, faculty members, students, industry experts, and policymakers from various disciplines.
Organizers
Organized By
Department of Civil Engineering, Vignan Institute of Technology and Management (VITAM), Berhampur
Supported By
University of Johannesburg, Vizag Steel Plant, Tata Consulting Engineers Ltd., IIT Bhubaneswar, NIT Rourkela, NIT Raipur, IIMM Vizag, MITS Deemed to be University
Leadership
Chief Patrons: Dr. Govinda Rajulu Kosireddy (Chairman, VITAM) and Dr. Dr Madduri Bhaskara NV Prasad (Secretary, VITAM)
Patron: Dr. Gudivada Eswara Rao (Principal, VITAM), Dr. Padma Charan Das (Joint Secretary, VITAM) and Dr. L Kameswar Rao (Treasurer, VITAM)
Convenor: Dr. Suryamani Behera (Head, Department of Civil Engineering)
National Advisory Committee
- Dr. Anil Midathada, Asst. Prof., Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Dr. Mrutyunjaya Panda, Professor, Computer Science & Applications, Utkal University, BBSR
- Dr. Debalina Ghosh , Associate Prof., School of Electrical and Computer Sciences IIT BBSR
- Dr. Ratnakar Dash, Associate Prof., NIT Rourkela
- Dr. Ashok Kumar Patnaik, Professor, Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad, India
- Dr. Anjaneyula Reddy, Sr. Information Scientist, Procter & Gamble Service GmbH
- More members to be added
Internal Advisory Committee
- Dr. Prabhu Prasada Mishra, HOD of Mechanical Engineering, VITAM Berhampur
- Dr. Anup Kumar Panda, HOD of MBA, VITAM Berhampur
- Mr. B Srinivas Rao , HOD of CSE, VITAM Berhampur
- Mr. Sunil Kumar Dash, HOD of ETC, VITAM Berhampur
- Mr. Tarinisen Barik, HOD of Basic Science, VITAM Berhampur
- Mr. V Srikanth, Asst. Prof., Dept. of ETC
- Ms. Pragati Kumari Behera, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Civil Engineering
- Ms. Abhipsa Nanda, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Civil Engineering
- Mr. Pradeep Bera, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Mechanical Engineering
- Mr. Priyabrata Dash, Asst. Prof., Dept. of MBA
- Ms. V Sonali, Asst. Prof., Dept. of MBA
- Ms. Arunima Das, Asst. Prof., Dept. of EEE
- Ms. Madhuchhanda Patnaik, Asst. Prof., Dept. of ETC
- Ms. Sunanda Nayak, Asst. Prof., Dept. of CSE
Conference Themes
A. Sustainable Energy & Resources
- Renewable energy solutions: solar, wind, bioenergy, and hybrid systems
- Energy efficiency strategies for industries and smart cities
- Intelligent energy systems: smart grids and energy storage
- Sustainable water resource management and wastewater treatment
B. Sustainable Infrastructure, Construction & Machines
- Green building technologies and sustainable construction materials
- Resilient and climate-adaptive infrastructure
- Innovative construction: low-carbon concrete, geopolymer, 3D printing
- Smart materials and hybrid structural systems
- Recycling and reuse of construction waste
- Energy-efficient manufacturing and additive manufacturing
- Sustainable transportation: electric vehicles and alternative fuels
C. Environmental Sustainability
- Advanced pollution control technologies
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation solutions
- Urban greening and ecosystem restoration
- Circular economy models for waste minimization
D. Technology & Innovation for Sustainability
- AI, IoT, and digital twins for infrastructure optimization
- Intelligent transport systems and sustainable mobility
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and sustainability analytics
- Sustainable product development and smart manufacturing
E. Management, Policy & Education
- Sustainability-driven leadership and strategic decision-making
- Environmental governance and climate financing
- Sustainability education in curricula
- Corporate social responsibility and ESG frameworks
F. Social & Interdisciplinary Perspectives
- Community-led sustainability initiatives
- Behavioural interventions for sustainable living
- Ethical and cultural integration for sustainability transitions
- International partnerships for achieving SDGs
Call for Papers
Accepted Paper Types
Submission Guidelines
- Abstract (Word or PDF format): 250-300 words
- Full Paper (Word or PDF format): 5-8 pages (including references, tables, and figures)
- Abstract Template: Download Template
- Full Paper Template: Download Template
- Author must ensure that their submission are orginial and free from plagiarism.
- The similarity index should be less than 20%.
Publications & Indexing
- All accepted and presented abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings with an ISBN.
- Selected papers will be considered for publication as book chapters in Scopus-indexed edited volumes or conference proceedings.
- The names of the Scopus-indexed book volume/proceedings will be updated soon.
Important Dates
Steps to Register and Submit Abstract/ Full-Length Paper
- Upload the Abstract in the prescribed format (You have to give all the details in this section).
- Upon acceptance, an acceptance mail containing a unique conference ID will be sent to you.
- Register for the conference using the unique conference ID and provide the proof of Registration fee payment (Each participant must complete a separate registration). The details to make the payment are provided in the Payment section of the website.
- Upload the full-length paper in the prescribed format using the unique conference ID.
Registration Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Students (Indian) | INR 3,000 |
| Faculty/Academicians (Indian) | INR 4,000 |
| Industry Participants (Indian) | INR 6,000 |
| Indian Participants (Without Abstract/Paper) | INR 2,000 |
| International Participants | USD 150 |
| International Participants (Without Abstract/Paper) | USD 100 |
Fee Includes: Conference kit, meals, certificate, and proceedings.
Keynote Speakers
| Name | Designation | Department | Organization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Prasant Kumar Sahu | Professor | School of Electrical and Computer Sciences | IIT Bhubaneswar |
| Dr. Bijayananda Patnaik | Associate Professor | Electronics & Telecom. Engineering | NIT Raipur |
| Dr. Jitendra Kumar Rout | Assistant Professor | Computer Science & Engineering | NIT Raipur |
| Dr. Subhajit Mondal | Assistant Professor | Civil Engineering | NIT Rourkela |
| Mr. Asaman Prasad Patnaik | Head Business Excellence | - | Tata Consulting Engineers Ltd. |
| Mr. G. H. Krishna Kumar | Assistant, General Manager | - | Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd. (Vizag Steel) |
| Dr. Rabi Narayan Padhi | Professor of Practice | MBA (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) | IIMM Vizag |
| Dr. Alok Kumar Samanta | Post-Doctoral Research Fellow | Engineering and Built Environment | University of Johannesburg |
| Dr. K Chandrakant | Assistant Professor | Physics | MITS Deemed to be University |
Venue & Travel Information
Conference Venue
Vignan Institute of Technology and Management (VITAM)
Berhampur, Odisha, India
Accommodation
On-campus hostel (available on request)
Nearby hotels available
Travel Information
By Train
Nearest Railway Station: Berhampur Railway Station (17 km)
By Air
Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (180 km)
Contact Information
Phone
+91-9778772276
+91-6370397686
Website
solve2026.vercel.appMedia Partners
