ICSEWEN'23 is the 3^rd edition of the International Conference on Sustainable Energy, Water and Environment Nexus in Desert Climates (ICSEWEN’23) to be held in Doha, Qatar between 30^th October and 2^nd November 2023. ICSEWEN is the flagship conference of Qatar Environment & Energy Research Institute (QEERI) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), which takes place every two years.  The conference brings together scientists from the region and across the world to discuss critical challenges, innovative solutions and new advances in sustainable energy, water and environment with a focus on desert climate regions. This year’s ICSEWEN’23 is structured around five main themes and focused on innovations, solutions and impactful research. The themes are

(i) Energy Transition

(ii) Water Resources, Processes and Advances

(iii) Environmental Pollution and Mitigation

(iv) Innovative Solutions for the Oil and Gas Industry

(v) Sustainability and Digital Solutions.

Each theme will be organised in a series of technical sessions covering a wide range of topics including, for example, economics and policy of energy transition, sustainable energy technologies, water resources and large-scale water management, air quality challenges in arid environments, climate change adaptation, corrosion solutions, food security and smart cities.

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome:

Abstract Submission 

1. All abstracts must be submitted and presented in clear English. Submitted abstracts shall be a maximum of 250 words. The author can also upload supplementary material (figures, tables, etc.) that are relevant, but not included in the abstract. 
2. The abstracts shall clearly indicate the research aim, the methodological approach, and the main obtained results. 
3. The author can select the preferred method of presentation (oral or poster or both) and the preference will be noted by the reviewers. Final determination will be made by the Scientific Committee. 
4. All abstracts will be forwarded to the Scientific Committee for review. Notification regarding the review status will be sent once the review process is complete.
5. Presenting authors must be registered participants, and are expected to attend the virtual conference and present their work. 
6. The submission of abstracts will be managed through the online conference paper management system EasyChair. This system allows authors complete control over their submission. Authors can upload their abstracts and also check the review status. To submit an abstract, please follow the steps below:
7. Set up an account (username and password) as an author: click here
8. Submit your abstract by logging into the ICSEWEN23 EasyChair website and following the “New submission” https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icsewen23
9. Authos are advised to submit their paper to one theme. Please find the list of themes below.
10. Authors are advised to select up to 2 sessions within their chosen theme

*Abstract Submission Deadline: May 15, 2023

*Notification of acceptance: June 26, 2023.

Full Paper Submission 

1. Abstracts that meet the excellence and relevance criteria will be selected and invited for a full paper submission. 
2. Submitted papers must be original research results, experimental or theoretical and not have been previously published.
3. All submissions will be peer-reviewed, and accepted papers will be published in a special issue in an indexed journal or as part of the conference proceedings ebook. 

List of Themes & Technical Sessions

Theme 1 - Energy Transition

The main goal of this theme is to bring together international experts from academia and industry - as well as relevant stakeholders - to share latest research, technology and innovation developments in the area of Energy. This theme focuses on contemporary industry topics ranging from Power Systems and Smart Grids; Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Systems; Sustainable Energy Solutions; Sustainable Petrochemical Industry; Sustainable and Circular Chemical Economy; Smart Building Technologies; Transportation Electrification, Solar Energy Applications, Power Plants Building, Maintenance and Operations cost reduction. 

Theme Chairs: Dr. Sertac Bayhan (QEERI) & Dr. Haitham Abu-Rub (TAMUQ)

Theme 1 - List of Sessions

1. Economics and policy of energy transitions
2. Sustainable Energy Conversion Solutions
3. Sustainable and Circular Chemical Economy
4. Energy management and integration
5. Energy Demand and Efficiency

Theme 2 - Water Resources, Processes and Advances

The Water Resources, Process and Advances Theme examines the scarce water resources in the arid regions and highlights the need to maintain sustainability of water resources under intensification of water demand due to changing populations, climate change and increasing industrialization.  Water is a cross-cutting theme across the pillars of the sustainable development goals, intrinsically integrating politics, culture and social values. It is impossible to talk about climate, energy, sustainable cities, food security and even poverty, health and gender equality, without considering water. Rapid development in many arid environments has outpaced the supply of public services, and aging infrastructure and water resources are coming under increasing pressure. New technologies and sustainable water management practices are needed to ensure that current and future water demands for all can be met. Multidisciplinary science, technology, policy and innovation related to the water sector will be included in the sessions under this theme.

Theme Chairs : Dr. Jenny Lawler (QEERI) & Dr Suhur Saeed (Exxon Mobil Research Qatar)

Theme 2 - List of Sessions

1. Water Resources and Large-Scale Water Management
2. Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery
3. Desalination
4. Brine Management and Mining
5. Water Sector Technology Advances - moving from research towards commercialization

Theme 3 - Environmental Pollution and mitigation

The goal of this theme is to gather experts from the region and internationally to present advances in the fields of Air Quality, Climate Change, Water and Soil Quality, Environmental Policy and Chemical and radiological hazards.  The theme and its respective sessions will foster an environment conducive to exchanging ideas and information and find solutions to the specific environmental challenges that arid environments currently face. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an ideal environment aiming to develop new collaborations and meet experts on the fundamentals, applications, and products of the mentioned fields.

Theme Chairs : Dr. Christos Fountoukis & Dr. Tareq Al-Ansari (HBKU/CSE)

Theme 3 - List of Sessions

1. Air Quality Challenges in Arid Environment
2. Climate Change: Adaptation in a 1.5 - 2.0^oC World
3. Environmental monitoring and waste management
4. Environmental Policy
5. Natural and Anthropogenic hazards and risks

Theme 4 - Innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry

This theme brings together experts from industry, academia, and government to discuss the latest developments in corrosion solutions, hydrogen and CO2 management, and novel materials and sustainability. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from leading researchers and practitioners, as well as network with their peers. The session will cover topics such as the latest advances in corrosion prevention and mitigation, new technologies for hydrogen and CO2 storage and transportation, and the use of novel sustainable materials in the oil and gas industry. The event will also provide a platform for attendees to share their own research and ideas, and to explore potential collaborations. Overall, Theme 4 aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in these areas and highlight promising solutions for the oil and gas industry.

Theme Chairs : Dr. Afrooz Barnoush (QEERI), Yousef Al Jaber (Total-Qatar) & Dr. Ahmed Reda (Curtin University)

Theme 4 - List of Sessions

1. Corrosion Solutions
2. Hydrogen & CO2 management
3. Novel Materials and Sustainability

Theme 5 - Sustainability and Digital Solutions

As we strive to create a more sustainable future, digital technologies and solutions have emerged as key drivers of change. In this theme, we will delve into the intersection of sustainability and innovations of the digital environment. The theme is structured around three technical sessions covering food security, smart cities and IoT digital solutions. We aim to provide a meaningful platform for expert discussions and insights on how to use technology to tackle some of the World’s most pressing environmental and societal challenges in the energy-water-environment nexus. From precision agriculture to smart city planning, and from food traceability systems to the Internet of Things, we welcome contributions sharing knowledge and experiences on how to promote sustainable development and enhance food security in various regions of our World.

Theme Chairs : Mr. Mohammed Ayoub (QEERI) & Mariam Al-Khal (Ooredoo)

Theme 5 - List of Sessions

1. Food Security in Desert Climates
2. Smart Cities
3. Digital Environment

Committees

Conference Chairs

• Dr Khaled Mahmoud
• Dr M Rami Alfarra
• Mr Mohammed Ayoub

Venue

The conference will be held at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), Doha, Qatar (https://goo.gl/maps/FJjy9cT92FabCgKi8)

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to qeeri-icsewen@hbku.edu.qa