May 28–29, 2026Budapest, Hungary

The 15th ICONPO

International Conference on Public Organization

Theme: Bridging Technology, Green Energy, and Environmental Sustainability

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.

Publication Opportunity

We carefully review, edit, select the most suitable indexed journals, format, and continue with you or your organisation until you get published.

Elevate Knowledge

Inspire Innovation

This conference brings together researchers, educators, and technologists from around the globe to share insights and explore the transformative impact of sustainability.

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.

Important Dates

We invite researchers and scholars to submit abstracts and full papers aligned with the conference theme.

Full Paper Submission Deadline15 April 2026
Notification of Full Paper Acceptance11 March – 30 April 2026
Camera-Ready Submission & Registration Deadline20 May 2026
Conference Dates28–29 May 2026
VenueBudapest, Hungary

Paper Submission Guidelines

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Welcome Remarks & Keynote Speakers

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

Conference Tracks and Topics

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

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

CategoryFeeRegistration DeadlinePayment Deadline
In-Person Participation
Student250 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
Academic Researcher350 USD15 March 202610 April 2026
Online Participation
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.

All prices include taxes and fees; however, registrants must pay any transfer costs incurred by banks.

Publications

Proceedings

Journal Partnerships

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

    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

    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

For general enquiries, please contact: