Smart Sustainable Development Conference returns for 2026
The Smart Sustainable Development Conference (SSD) is back for 2026, bringing together researchers, academics, industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability practitioners from around the world.
Smart Sustainable Development Conference returns for 2026
The Smart Sustainable Development Conference (SSD) is back for 2026, bringing together researchers, academics, industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability practitioners from around the world.
Now in its fourth year, SSD has established itself as a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, exchanging ideas, and exploring how technology can help address some of the world's most pressing environmental and social challenges.
Running as a hybrid event on 26 and 27 November 2026 at Unitec in Auckland, SSD 2026 will welcome both in-person and online participants, creating opportunities for global collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Whether you're looking to present research, showcase an innovative project, connect with industry experts, or promote your organisation, SSD 2026 offers a range of ways to get involved.
Submit your research
Researchers are invited to submit original articles that align with one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The conference is particularly interested in technology-focused research that explores innovative solutions and their impact on advancing sustainable development.
Research articles should be up to 15 pages and follow the Springer Nature conference proceedings format.
Accepted papers will be published by Atlantis Press, part of Springer Nature.
Learn more and submit your research:
https://www.smartsust.org/for-authors/call-for-research
Showcase your project
SSD 2026 is also inviting project submissions that demonstrate practical solutions supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The project competition provides an opportunity to showcase innovation, gain international exposure, and compete for cash prizes.
Find out more and submit your project:
https://www.smartsust.org/for-authors/call-for-projects
Become a sponsor
Organisations can also support SSD 2026 through sponsorship opportunities.
With a range of sponsorship packages available, sponsors can position their brand at the forefront of conversations around artificial intelligence, technology, and sustainable development while connecting with researchers, industry leaders, and future innovators.
Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://www.smartsust.org/for-sponsors/become-a-sponsor
Submissions for SSD 2026 are now open and close on 1 August 2026.
Join the global conversation and help shape a smarter, more sustainable future.
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