The Centre for Environment, Sustainability and Climate Justice established by GNLU (GCESCJ), offers to study, research, and provide expert consultation in environmental matters. The Centre aims to provide a platform and voice to all stakeholders, including people at the grassroots, the government, industries, experts and administrative authorities. Recently, it hosted the prestigious 21st IUCN AEL Annual Colloquium at GNLU for the first time ever in the Indian Subcontinent, in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme.
About the Conference
ICCJSE is a flagship event of GCESCJ which aims to serve as a vital platform for addressing the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. This multidisciplinary gathering brings together leading researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and international judges to share cutting-edge insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to combating climate change and promoting sustainability and climate justice.
The Conference will involve not just paper presentations, but it will also give you a chance to learn from the professionals. There will be round table discussions and breakout rooms spread across the three days with an aim to facilitate intense discourses on academic as well as on-field experiences. The goal is to create a space where real conversations happen. We want you to feel heard, to feel like your voice matters, and to leave knowing you’re part of driving meaningful change.
Conference Theme
Rethinking Environmental Law and Policy: A Call for Action and Accountability in Challenging Times
Sub themes - (indicative, not exhaustive)
● Achieving Sustainability through Technology
● Balancing Human Rights with Environment
● Climate Change and Its Effect on Health
● Climate Finance, Greening Trade and Emergence of Carbon Markets
● Corporate Responsibility in Mitigating Climate Change
● Effect on Marginalized Communities and Climate Change Refugees
● Environmental Crimes and their Regulation
● Emerging Trends in Environmental Governance
● Rights of Indigenous and Local Communities and integration of their Knowledge in Climate Change Action
● International Environmental Law and Enforcement
Best Paper Awards
● Winner: INR 25,000
● 1st Runner-up: INR 15,000
● 2nd Runner-up: INR 10,000
Selected papers will be published in the inaugural issue of GCESCJ’s Journal.
Submission of Abstract
Authors are invited to submit an abstract not exceeding 500 words. The abstract should be clear and concise, providing a brief introduction to the topic, the intended research focus, and the expected conclusion. Kindly refer to the brochure for submission guidelines.
Abstracts can be submitted via this link.
Important Dates
- Last date for submission of Abstracts - February 10, 2025
- Communication of Acceptance - February 12, 2025
- Last Date of Registration - February 15, 2025
- Submission of full paper - February 28, 2025
Registration Fees (exclusive of accommodation)
- For Foreign Academicians, Professionals and Others: USD 100
- For Indian Academicians, Professionals and Others: INR 1000
- For Foreign Students : 50 USD
- For Indian Students : 500 INR
Fees to be paid only on communication of acceptance. Please note that accommodation arranged by the organizers will be available at a subsidized rate, with transportation also provided. The form for accommodation preferences will also be shared along with the communication of acceptance.
Please note that international participants may opt for virtual presentation. For more details, please refer to the brochure.
Contact Information
For any queries, reach out to Gargi Sharma (+91 9205382849), Dirshi Shah (+91 6352106582) or Mohak Chaudhary (+91 8824013522), or email us at gcescj@gnlu.ac.in.
