May 28–29, 2026, Budapest-Hungary

The 15th ICONPO: International Conference on Public Organization (ICONPO) 2026

Theme: Bridging Technology, Green Energy, and Environmental Sustainability

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Hybrid Conference – On-site & Online Participation

ICONPO 2026 will be conducted in a hybrid format, providing participants with the flexibility to present and attend either in person or virtually.

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Publication Opportunity

We carefully review, edit, select the most suitable indexed journals, format, and continue with you or your organisation until you get published either in our associated journals or other indexed ones.

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Elevate Knowledge, Inspire Innovation

This conference brings together researchers, educators, and technologists from around the globe to share insights, discuss advancements, and explore the transformative impact of Sustainability and Environmental Technology.

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About the Conference

We are excited to announce The 15th ICONPO: International Conference on Public Organization (ICONPO), Theme: Bridging Technology, Green Energy, and Environmental Sustainability, a platform dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation in the academic and policy realm. This conference brings together researchers, public administration scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and technologists from around the globe to share insights, discuss advancements, and explore how technology-enabled governance and green energy strategies can accelerate environmental sustainability.

With the accelerating pace of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, this conference aims to promote evidence-based public organization and governance approaches that support engineering-driven solutions, innovative policy instruments, and cross-sector partnerships for a sustainable and resilient future.

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Important Dates

We invite researchers and scholars to submit abstracts and full papers aligned with the conference theme. Share your insights, findings, and experiences to advance dialogue on Bridging Technology, Green Energy, and Environmental Sustainability.

  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15 April 2026
  • Notification of Full Paper Acceptance:  11 March to 30 April 2026
  • Camera-Ready Submission & Registration Deadline: 20 May 2026
  • Conference Dates: 28–29 May 2026
  • Venue: Budapest, Hungary

Paper Submission Guidelines

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Welcome Remarks & Keynote Speakers

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Indonesian Ambassador to Hungary

Penny Dewi Herasati

To be confirmed

President of APSPA

Prof. Dr. Amporn Tamronglak

Thammasat University, Thailand

Secretary General of the Hungarian Rectors’ Conference

Dr. Dubéczi Zoltán

To be confirmed

Vice Rector of International Affairs ELTE

Dr. Imre Hamar

To be confirmed

Keynote Speaker 1: To be announced

Keynote Speaker 1: To be announced

Keynote Speaker 1: To be announced

CONFERENCE TRACKS AND TOPICS

We are seeking individuals to participate in the review process and chair sessions for the following tracks:

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Policy, Governance, Finance, and Capacity Building for Sustainability Transitions

  • Environmental and energy policy instruments: regulation, compliance, and ethics.
  • Smart organizations and institutional governance for clean technology scaling.
  • Public–private partnerships and public-sector HR management for public organization.
  • Green finance, ESG, and public investment with equality/just transition metrics.
  • Education and skills for green jobs, focusing on inclusive capacity building.

Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Systems

  • Solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, bioenergy.
  • Hybrid systems, distributed generation, microgrids.
  • Energy storage (batteries), hydrogen, fuel cells.
  • Energy efficiency in buildings, industry, and communities.
  • Techno-economic and sustainability assessment of energy systems.

Environmental Monitoring, Remote Sensing, and Digital Analytics

  • Air, water, and soil quality monitoring technologies.
  • Remote sensing, GIS, spatial analysis, and environmental mapping.
  • Environmental modelling, forecasting, and impact assessment.
  • IoT sensor networks and smart monitoring platforms.
  • AI/ML and big data analytics for environmental decision support.

Climate Change, Carbon Management, and Resilience

  • GHG inventories, MRV systems, and decarbonization pathways.
  • Carbon footprinting, LCA, and environmental performance metrics.
  • Climate risk, vulnerability assessment, and adaptation strategies.
  • Resilient infrastructure planning and disaster risk reduction.
  • Nature-based solutions and ecosystem services for climate action.

Circular Economy, Waste Management, and Cleaner Production

  • Waste minimization, segregation, recycling, and recovery systems.
  • Waste-to-energy, anaerobic digestion, composting, and resource recovery.
  • Plastics, e-waste, hazardous waste, and emerging waste streams.
  • Cleaner production in manufacturing and industry; pollution prevention.
  • Industrial ecology, eco-design, green supply chains, and circular business models.

Urban Sustainability and Smart Infrastructure

  • Sustainable transport and low-carbon mobility systems.
  • Smart/green buildings and energy-efficient urban design.
  • Urban air quality, water systems, and land-use sustainability.
  • Smart city applications for environmental management and service delivery.
  • Resilient and sustainable infrastructure systems.

Other related topics:

  • Submissions aligned with the conference theme are welcome.

Registration Fees

Registration plan

(in person participation)Registration DeadlinePayment Deadline
Student250 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
Academic Researcher350 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
(online participation)Registration DeadlinePayment Deadline
Student200 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
Academic Researcher300 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
  • A copy of a student enrollment card for 2024 is essential.
  • The registration fee for non-scientist companions (spouses and/or family members) to attend the conference (including free access to coffee breaks, lunches, and the icebreaker or welcome dinner) is 50 USD per person. To participate in the social program events, a ticket must be purchased during online registration.
  • All prices include taxes and fees; however, registrants must pay any transfer costs incurred by banks.

Publications

Proceedings

Journal Parnerships

Special Issue

The Committee

Steering Committee

  • Prof. Amporn Tamronglak, PhD (President of APSPA), Thammasat University, Thailand
  • Prof. Eko Priyo Purnomo, M.Res., Ph.D (Secretary of APSPA), Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Prof. Dr. Dyah Mutiarin, Msi (Treasury of APSPA), Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Prof. Dr. Ahmad Nurmandi., M.Sc (Executive Board of APSPA), Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Prof. Halimah Abdul Manaf, Ph.D. (Universiti Utara Malaysia)

Senior experts / External Reviewers

  • Prof. Ahmad Martadha Mohamed, PhD, Universiti Utara Malaysia.
  • Prof. Dr. Sataporn Roengtam, Mahidol University, Thailand.
  • Prof. PB Anand, the University of. Bradford, UK
  • Prof. Irmeli Mustalahti, University of Eastern Finland

General Chairs and Representatives

  • Agustiyara (PCIM Hongaria), Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Hungary
  • Arie Arizandi Kurnianto, PhD (PCIM Hongaria), University of Pécs, Hungary
  • Widya Satya Nugraha (DOSZ Ambassador for Indonesia), MATE University, Hungary

Organizing Committee

  • Hanif M. Ayunda (Organizing Committee), MATE University, Hungary

Organizing Committee Secretary

  • Hardianti, National University of Public Service, Hungary
  • Gaffar Hafiz Sagala, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary

Scientific / Program Committee

  • David Sulistiyawan, University of Debrecen
  • Restu Hayati, Corvinus University of Budapest
  • Abdu Nafan Aisul Muhlis, University of Debrecen
  • Fines Fatimah, University of Debrecen
  • Windia Hadi, University of Szeged
  • Vega Hesmatantya, University of Szeged

Conference Venue

  • Venue: (Hybrid) ELTE University
  • Address:
    Budapest, Eötvös Loránd University, Egyetem tér 1-3

Contact

  1. For general enquiries, please contact:

[email protected]

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