THE 5TH EDITION
TheSustainImpact® International Conference 2027
Advancing Sustainability through Circular Economy
From Knowledge to Impact
WHY ATTEND
Bring ideas closer to action.
A circular economy conference bringing researchers, professionals and practitioners together to explore what works and how circular approaches can deliver sustainability impact.
Understand the opportunities
Explore the potential benefits, costs and challenges of circular approaches across sectors.
Learn from practice
Hear research, case studies and perspectives on putting circular ideas into practice.
Connect across sectors
Meet researchers, businesses, educators and public-sector professionals in a focused setting.
Part of an established conference series. Explore our October 2026 conference ↗
FOUR CONNECTED PILLARS
One circular economy. Many perspectives.
From manufacturing and construction to education, cities and public policy, the conversation crosses sectors and disciplines.
Circular Innovation
& Technology
Circular design, digital solutions, repair, reuse, manufacturing and life cycle assessment.
DESIGN · TECHNOLOGY · MATERIALSCircular Models
& Implementation
Business and service models, finance, procurement, benefits and barriers to adoption.
VALUE · OPERATIONS · ACTIONPeople, Education
& Society
Skills, education, behaviour, participation and the human side of change.
SKILLS · LEARNING · PEOPLEPolicy, Governance
& Collaboration
Public-sector action, partnerships, industrial symbiosis and enabling conditions.
POLICY · PARTNERSHIPS · IMPACTCONNECTION
TO THESDGs
CONNECTED TO THE GLOBAL GOALS
Circular economy and the SDGs
Selected goals connected to our themes include:
THE CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE
Four days.
Ideas that travel further.
From the first introduction to the final river view, each day brings a new way to exchange ideas, make connections and experience Lisbon.
WEDNESDAY
Start the conversation.
Meet fellow participants over dinner, make introductions and begin the conversations that can continue throughout the week.
THURSDAY
See ideas in action.
Step beyond the conference room, explore a research or practice setting and exchange perspectives on how ideas can be applied.
Continue into Lisbon with the half-day tour, part of the Lisbon Experience.
FRIDAY
Put ideas on the table.
Hear research and practical perspectives, discuss circular opportunities and challenges, and connect with people across sectors.
SATURDAY
Another view of Lisbon.
Take the conversation onto the Tagus. Enjoy Lisbon from the water and more time with the people you have met.
The organised visit is included in onsite registration. The welcome dinner, Lisbon tour and Tagus cruise are together in the Lisbon Experience package. Programme timings and activity arrangements may be adjusted.
THE LISBON EXPERIENCE
Come for the conference.
Experience Lisbon together.
Enjoy three shared activities as one package. Accompanying guests are welcome to book their own place.
Welcome dinner
Enjoy dinner and meet fellow participants in Lisbon.
Lisbon tour
Discover Lisbon’s streets and atmosphere with fellow participants.
Tagus River cruise
Take in Lisbon from the Tagus and continue the conversation.
The Lisbon Experience is separate from conference registration. Travel and accommodation are not included.
SHARE YOUR WORK
Your contribution can go further.
Present your work and explore the publication route that fits your research. You are also welcome to attend without presenting.
Conference Proceedings
Accepted abstracts from registered contributors are included in the conference Book of Abstracts in TheSustainImpact® Proceedings Series.
Explore the proceedings ↗
Journal of Sustainable Innovation and Impact
Suitable full manuscripts may be submitted to JSII. Publication fee support may be available to eligible registered contributors submitting through the conference.
MDPI special issue
Circular Systems, Digital Innovation and Green Skills for Sustainable Transformation.
Explore the special issue ↗Full papers are subject to independent editorial assessment and peer review. Journal fees are separate from conference registration; MDPI has its own submission and fee process.
REGISTRATION
Choose how you will take part.
Presenting and non-presenting participants are welcome. Select the registration that fits you.
ACADEMIC ONSITE
€488 per person
For researchers, educators and academic participants.
- 15 April organised visit and lunch
- 16 April main conference
- Conference lunch and refreshments
INDUSTRY & PROFESSIONAL ONSITE
€588 per person
For business, public-sector and professional participants.
- 15 April organised visit and lunch
- 16 April main conference
- Conference lunch and refreshments
ONLINE
€288 per person
Join the conference remotely from wherever you are.
- Online conference participation
- Present your contribution, if accepted
- Onsite activities are not included
Current registration fees may be revised for later bookings. Your fee is secured when payment is completed.
Visit and transport
The organised visit and lunch are included in paid onsite registration. We can assist with transport arrangements; any associated costs will be communicated separately.
Groups and accompanying guests
For group bookings, select the quantity where available and email participant details. Accompanying guests can book the Lisbon Experience separately.
Need registration support?
If funding constraints would prevent you from attending, please contact us before registering. Requests for a reduced registration fee are considered individually, subject to availability.
PARTNERSHIPS & GROUP ATTENDANCE
Bring your organisation into the conversation.
Universities, research groups, companies and professional organisations can take part together, share expertise or explore a partnership with the conference.
JOIN THE 5TH EDITION
Let’s move from knowledge to impact.
15–16 April 2027 · Lisbon region and online