Conference dates: 16 -18 July 2025

Abstract submission deadline: The deadline for abstract submission has been extended to May 25

Early bird registration: until May 31

Late registration deadline: June 15

Use of ecological elements and ecosystems to reduce pollution

• Phytoremediation
• Natural treatment systems
• Constructed wetlands 
• Sustainable water and wastewater treatment
• Ecological sanitation
• Stormwater and groundwater management 
• Sustainable groundwater remediation 
• Soil bioremediation

Sustainable use of ecosystems in a circular society

• Nature-based solutions: e.g., green roofs, green walls, rain gardens, green facades, vertical gardens, bioretention systems, microalgae culture, rainwater harvesting, urban forests, swales, soakways, green/blue corridors, drain ways, participatory watershed management, coastal mangrove restoration, etc.)
• Water-energy-food nexus in circular economy
• Urban agriculture and horticulture
• Ecosystem restoration
• Urban heat island mitigation strategies
• Improving mental health and well-being in urban areas
• Green and smart buildings
• Sustainable drainage systems
• Infiltration in urban areas
• Urban ecology

Circular design and integrated planning approaches for increased resiliency

• Biomimicry and biophilic design
• Role of architects, planners, and engineers in circular design
• Circular and smart cities for urban sustainability
• Eco-villages
• Design for ecosystem services
• Urban metabolism
• Urban strategies in ecological landscape architecture
• Regenerative urbanism
• Urban and regional environmental planning
• Green-blue infrastructure
• Circular built environment
• Ecosystem modelling

Resource recovery and reuse

• Water reuse, recycling, and reclamation 
• Nutrient and material recovery 
• Protection and reclamation of soils
• Sustainable transformation of renewable bioresources
• Composting systems and smart fertilizers
• Bio-based products, materials, biofuels 
• Biochar/hydrochar-based materials
• Ecological solutions for industrial symbiosis

Climate change, green transition and carbon neutrality: the role of ecological engineers

• From the Green Deal to the Real Deal
• Energy-saving technologies
• Eco-engineering for energy efficiency
• Bioenergy, biomass to fuel
• Microbial fuel cells 
• Bio-sequestration, soil-carbon sequestration 
• Industrial ecology
• Environmental impact assessment
• Life-cycle assessment 
• Social life cycle and impact assessment
• Stakeholders’ engagement and citizen participation
• Capacity building and living labs
• Environmentally-focused social innovation

Regenerative agriculture

• Circular bioeconomy
• Integrated pest and disease management
• Natural soil cultivation (worms, dung beetles)
• Sustainable forest management 
• Recirculating algae production system
• Livestock management
• Biorefineries
• Aquaculture and aquaponics
• Agricultural and food engineering

Ecological Engineering and the mining industry

• Mine land restoration 
• Sustainable management of mine drainage 
• Erosion processes, soil stabilization and management
• Plant-soil-water interaction 
• Plant growth and nutrition
• Geomorphology of reclaimed land

Ecological Engineering Education

• Ecological engineering curriculum
• Interdisciplinary education
• Systems thinking and analysis
• Circularity in education
• Nature-based learning
• Knowledge integration
• International exchange of credits
• Accreditation

Please use the button below to register for the conference.

Full registration includes:

• Admission to all sessions, poster displays, and exhibitions
• Welcome reception
• Tea, coffee, light snacks during breaks

• Each registration is specified for one person and is non-transferable.
• The presenting author (oral or poster) must be registered.
• If the presenting author is not registered, at least one co-author of each abstract must register for the conference in order to be formally included in the program.
• Each registration allows a maximum of two contributions: one oral and one poster presentation.
• If you wish to submit two abstracts, please contact the conference chair at davidf@ru.is

Please use the button below to submit your abstract:

Abstracts can be submitted for:

Oral presentation

Authors who would like to have their papers considered for an oral presentation are asked to submit an extended abstract of up to 4 pages (including references).

Poster presentation

Authors who would like to have their papers considered for a poster presentation are asked to submit an abstract of up to 2 pages (including references).

Sponsor sessions

50 to 60-minute time slots for financial sponsors of the conference (organizations, projects, or other groups) to host a workshop, session, or round table discussion on agreed topics are possible after confirmation with the conference organization committee.

Every author who registered for the conference can submit up to 2 abstracts.

All abstracts will be published in the digital conference proceedings.

NOTE: At least one author must register for the conference during the early-bird registration period to be formally included in the program.

Oral Presentations

Oral presentations will be scheduled in thematic sessions throughout the conference. Each presenter will have 15 minutes total, including 12 minutes for the presentation and 3 minutes for questions and discussion. Please prepare your presentation accordingly to fit within the allotted time. Presentation rooms will be equipped with a computer, a projector, and necessary connectors.

Poster Presentations

Poster sessions provide an excellent opportunity for interactive discussion. Posters should be sized to a typical standard, such as A0 (841 x 1189 mm) in portrait orientation. Please ensure your poster prominently includes the conference name, venue, date, authors, title, and affiliations.

If you wish to print your poster locally in Reykjavik, you may consider contacting one of the following printing services: Háskólaprent or Pixel.

Presenters are expected to be available during the designated poster session times to discuss their work with attendees.

We are pleased to announce that authors will be invited to submit full papers for a special issue of the Ecological Engineering journal (Ecological Engineering | Journal | ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier).

All contributions from the conference can be accessed through the Book of Abstracts.

The conference will take place at Reykjavik University, set in one of the most beautiful areas of Reykjavik, right next to Öskjuhlíð hill and Iceland’s only geothermal beach, Nauthólsvík. The campus is easily accessible by bus, car or one of the many scenic walking paths that lead to the university.

Surrounded by peaceful natural landscapes, the venue offers a tranquil setting for both work and relaxation. Take some time to explore the campus and its unique surroundings, including wooded trails and the warm-water beach, for an unforgettable Icelandic experience.

Getting to Reykjavik University

The Reykjavik bus company, Straeto, operates bus number 8, which stops directly at the campus (Nauthólsvík - HR). This route connects with the BSÍ terminal, providing links to other areas of the city. Buses require exact change for fare payment. If transferring to another bus, be sure to ask for a transfer ticket, which allows unlimited rides within one hour.

For more information on local buses, including schedules and routes, visit Straeto's website. You can use their trip planner to find the best route from your accommodation to Reykjavik University. Alternatively, download the Straeto app to plan your trip and pay fares directly by registering a credit card. Note that additional fees may apply for mobile data usage when using the app.

By Car
The university provides free parking, except in zones A1-A3, where hourly fees apply from 08:00 to 16:00 on weekdays.

By Foot or Bike
Reykjavik University is accessible via scenic walking and cycling paths that wind through forested areas and along the coastline, offering a pleasant and eco-friendly way to arrive at the campus.

Reykjavik offers a wide range of hotels to suit various preferences and budgets. However, due to the high number of visitors to Iceland, securing accommodation in Reykjavik can be challenging. We strongly recommend booking your hotel room as early as possible to ensure availability.

Participants are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of their accommodation.

Below is a list of hotels conveniently located near Reykjavik University, though you are welcome to explore other options that best suit your needs.

• Hotel Reykjavik Natura (Distance from conference venue to hotel)
• Capital-Inn Hostel Reykjavik (Distance from conference venue to hostel)

Other accommodation options are available through popular platforms such as Booking.com and Airbnb.