CFP: The 2nd International Conference on Sustainability, Innovation, and Society (ICSIS 2026)
Technically Co-Sponsored by IEEE.


https://intelligent-systems.net/icsis2026/
Venue: Valencia, Spain (9–12 June 2026)


Scope
The 2nd International Conference on Sustainability, Innovation, and Society (ICSIS 2026) invites scholars, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders to share original research, case studies, and forward-looking perspectives that tackle the most pressing sustainability, innovation, and societal challenges.
ICSIS 2026 provides a unique arena for cross-disciplinary dialogue and the co-creation of solutions that transcend traditional academic and sectoral boundaries.
The conference strengthens its role as a collaborative hub where expertise from computer science, engineering, life sciences, health, social sciences, education, economics and management, design, and public policy converges.
By bringing together voices from academia, industry, and governance, ICSIS 2026 aims to transform knowledge into actionable insights, impactful innovations, and sustainable practices that can guide societies toward more resilient, just futures.
ICSIS 2026 is structured around three core tracks—Sustainability, Innovation, and Society—that together address environmental stewardship, technological and organizational innovation, and the social and policy dimensions of transformation.
General Chairs
- Prof. Nancy Landrum, Munich Business School, Germany.
- Dr. Guia Bianchi, European Commission, Spain.


Topics of Interest

ICSIS 2026 is structured around three core tracks. We invite submissions addressing, but not limited to, the following topics:
Track 1: Sustainability
● Sustainability in Technology – Sustainable software, AI, and digital infrastructures, including green cloud/edge/IoT and carbon-aware computing.
● Sustainability in Health – Digital health, telemedicine, and clinical AI solutions that are fair, privacy-preserving, low-resource, and resilient to climate stress.
● Sustainability in Education – Green campuses and curricula that promote sustainability literacy, equity, and student success.
● Sustainability in Energy – Smart grids, virtual power plants, EV charging, and secure, carbon-aware energy management.
● Sustainability in Environment – Environmental monitoring, digital twins, and circular-economy approaches for waste, water, and climate adaptation.
● Sustainability in Agriculture – Precision agriculture, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, and climate-aware food production.
● Sustainability in Bioinformatics & Life Sciences – Data, models, and tools for conservation, sustainable bio-manufacturing, and responsible biological data use.
● Sustainability in Business – Green business models, ESG/CSR strategies, sustainable supply chains, and data-driven sustainability reporting

Track 2: Innovation
● Digital transformation and interoperable platforms and ecosystems – Modernising processes through integrated, standards-based digital infrastructures.
● Product, service, and system innovation; design thinking and experimentation – Creating and testing new offerings via design thinking and rapid experimentation.
● AI-enabled innovation, including generative AI, agents, and copilots – Using AI to enable new products, services, and ways of working.
● Open innovation, living labs, and real-world testbeds – Co-creating and trialling innovations in collaborative, real-world environments.
● Entrepreneurship, venture building, and ESG-aligned business models – Building ventures and business models that embed sustainability and impact.
● Innovation policy, regulation, and public procurement for sustainable impact – Steering innovation through policy, regulation, and mission-oriented procurement.
● Innovation in AI, industry, health, education, public services, and global development – Sector-specific digital and AI innovations for societal and global benefit.


Track 3: Society
● Human-centered AI; explainability, transparency, and trust – Designing AI systems around people’s needs, understanding, and confidence.
● Governance, law, and public policy for digital and AI systems – Frameworks that regulate, guide, and oversee digital and AI technologies.
● Ethics, equity, inclusion, and social justice in socio-technical systems – Ensuring technologies support fairness, rights, and inclusive participation.
● Smart cities, civic technologies, and digital participation – Digital tools that enable responsive, inclusive, and data-informed cities.
● Media and information ecosystems; misinformation and disinformation – Studying how information spreads and how to counter harmful or false content.
● Work, automation, labor markets, and skills for green and digital transitions – How automation and new skills reshape jobs in sustainable, digital economies.
● Culture, heritage, arts, and immersive experiences in digital societies – Digital and immersive technologies for cultural expression, memory, and engagement.
Submission Types
● Long Papers (7–8 pages): original research with clear methodology, results, and contributions.
● Short Papers (4–6 pages): Short research contributions, focused studies, and demo or artifact papers.
● Poster Papers (1–2 pages): Concise presentations of work in progress and undergraduate research.


Important Dates
● Paper submission: February 20, 2026.
● Notification of acceptance: April 15, 2026.
● Camera-ready deadline: May 5, 2026.


Conference dates: June 9–12, 2026 (Valencia, Spain). All deadlines are in Anywhere on Earth (AoE) time.
Submission Portal
Submissions are handled via EasyChair. For submission guidelines and the submission link, please visit: https://intelligent-systems.net/icsis2026/submission.php
We look forward to receiving your contributions and to welcoming you at ICSIS 2026 in Valencia, Spain!