International Conference on Water, Food, and Energy Nexus for Development (ICWFEND) 2027
The International Conference on Water, Food, and Energy Nexus for Development (ICWFEND 2027) brings together researchers, academics and practitioners to discuss integrated approaches to sustainable resource management and provides a platform for knowledge exchange, research presentations and discussions on emerging challenges and solutions across the water-food-energy nexus.
About the Conference
The conference provides an opportunity for researchers, academics and practitioners to present their work, exchange perspectives and explore innovative approaches to addressing interconnected resource challenges. Through thematic sessions and discussions, participants can engage with current research, emerging trends and practical solutions while building professional networks and identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
The conference programme features 11 thematic tracks covering key challenges and opportunities related to integrated resource management and sustainable development.
- Integrated Resource Management in the Water-Food-Energy Nexus
- Water Security and Sustainable Development Goals
- Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Solutions
- Food Security and Climate Adaptation Strategies
- Ecosystem Management for Sustainable Livelihoods
- Nutrient Cycling and Resource Optimisation
- Policy Frameworks for Sustainable Development
- Community Resilience and Environmental Sustainability
- Water Conservation Techniques and Innovations
- Energy Planning in the Context of Sustainable Development
- Circular Economy Approaches in Resource Management
Call for Papers
ICWFEND 2027 invites researchers and academics, including early-career researchers, to submit papers addressing challenges, innovations and emerging perspectives related to the water-food-energy nexus and sustainable development.
Submissions may cover a broad range of topics, including integrated resource management, climate change impacts, sustainable agriculture, water conservation, energy efficiency, biodiversity, policy frameworks, technological innovations and community engagement.
All submissions will be reviewed for quality and relevance. Accepted papers will be presented at the conference and considered for potential publication opportunities.
You can submit papers until 20 December 2026.
Please find more information on the Call for Papers here.
Organised by
The Interdisciplinary Institute for Research & Development (IIRD)
Further Information
Further information about the conference and the registration is available here.