Welcome to the Global Conference on Sustainable Materials and Smart Manufacturing (GCSMSM2026). Below you will find all essential information about the program structure, formats, and daily schedules to help you plan your participation.
Main Conference: January 5–6, 2026
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Keynote Sessions | Talks by global thought leaders and pioneers in sustainability, circular economy, and smart manufacturing. |
| Technical Paper Presentations | Oral sessions showcasing peer-reviewed research and applied studies across sustainability, materials science, green tech, and manufacturing. |
| Poster Presentations | Visual presentations of emerging research, allowing for interaction and feedback in an informal setting. |
| Panel Discussions | Interactive sessions featuring academia, industry leaders, policymakers, and startup founders discussing practical solutions and future directions. |
| Workshops | Hands-on sessions on sustainability tools, digital manufacturing, green materials, and lifecycle analysis (optional, limited seats). |
| Startup & Innovation Showcase | A platform for sustainable startups to pitch solutions and products aligned with UN SDGs. |
| Networking Events | Cultural evenings, Goan cuisine dinners, and curated meetups for research, business, and funding collaborations. |
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Registration & Welcome Breakfast |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Inaugural Ceremony & Chief Guest Address |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Keynote I – Future of Smart Sustainable Manufacturing |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Networking & Photo Session |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch (Goan Buffet) |
| 14:00 – 15:30 | Technical Sessions I (Parallel Tracks) |
| 15:30 – 16:00 | Tea & Poster Walk |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Panel Discussion – Scaling Net-Zero Innovation |
| 18:00 – 20:00 | Cultural Program & Welcome Dinner |
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:30 – 11:00 | Keynote II – Circular Economy 2.0 |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Technical Sessions II (Parallel Tracks) |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Innovation & Startup Showcase |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Poster Presentation Round II |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Workshop / Panel – ESG, Policy, and Academia-Industry Collaboration |
| 17:30 – 18:00 | Valedictory Ceremony & Award Distribution |
| 18:00 – onwards | Optional networking & beach visit |
Best Paper Award (Each Track)
Young Researcher Award
Women in Sustainability Award
Best Poster Award
Best Sustainable Startup Pitch
Oral Presentations: 10 minutes + 5 min Q&A
Poster Presentations: A1/A0 size, visual storytelling encouraged
Plenary Talks: Limited seats, first-come-first-served basis, pre-registration required
Researchers, Scientists & PhD Scholars
Sustainability Officers & ESG Professionals
Manufacturing & Industry Experts
Policy Makers & Urban Planners
Startup Founders & Impact Investors
Faculty & Students in Engineering, Environment, Design and Business
International Delegates working in Climate Innovation
Exhibition Stalls for Startups, Green Tech Firms, and Publishers
Conference Proceedings with ISBN
Collaborations with International Universities and Research Networks
A conference invitation letter can be issued once you have registered and paid for the conference. The invitation letter will be sent to you via email upon verification.
Welcome to GCSMSM2026, we are delighted to announce the Global Conference on Sustainable Materials and Smart Manufacturing (GCSMSM2026), scheduled to take place in the vibrant city of GOA in January 5-6, 2026. This conference aims to bring together leading researchers, academics, engineers, and practitioners from around the world to share and discuss innovative ideas, research findings, and practical experiences related to Sustainable Materials and Smart Manufacturing
