4th International TheSustainImpact® Event Since 2025

Sustainability, Innovation and Measurable Impact

A hybrid international conference in Lisbon and online, built for researchers, practitioners, partners and contributors working to turn sustainability ambition into measurable impact.

Lisbon, Portugal 15-16 October 2026 Hybrid International Conference 4th International Event Proceedings ISSN 3051-7362 JSII ISSN 3051-8083 Publication Pathways
Abstract submissions Priority deadline extended to 15 August 2026
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Lisbon, Portugal

Make Lisbon part of the experience.

Culture. Atlantic light. History. October sun. Sunset atmosphere. International exchange.

LISBON
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Culture and Heritage

Historic streets, architecture, food, Fado and Portuguese identity.

02

Atlantic Light

Sunlight, open views, coastal atmosphere and the distinctive brightness of Lisbon.

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Sustainability in the City

Urban transition, mobility, green spaces, climate awareness and European sustainability dialogue.

04

October Sun and Sunset

Bright days, golden evenings, outdoor energy and a city still glowing in October.

05

International Lisbon

A welcoming European capital for researchers, professionals, entrepreneurs and global exchange.

Why this conference

Designed around impact, visibility and place.

The conference connects sustainability research, applied innovation, professional practice, publication opportunities and international collaboration, with Lisbon as a central part of the onsite value.

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Measurable Impact

Focused on sustainability action, practical progress, credible implementation and real-world relevance.

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Lisbon Experience

Onsite participation is connected to the city, its culture, its October atmosphere and selected shared moments.

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Publication Pathways

Accepted contributions may connect with proceedings, JSII and selected full paper routes, subject to the relevant submission, editorial and review requirements.

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Three Impact Themes

Sustainability action, responsible innovation and community impact.

The conference is built around one main theme: Sustainability, Innovation and Measurable Impact. The three themes work together as a connected programme system, moving from measurable action, to responsible innovation, to culture, entrepreneurship and community impact.

Main Theme Sustainability, Innovation and Measurable Impact
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Theme 01

From Sustainability Ambition to Measurable Action

How can organisations move from sustainability commitments to credible, measurable progress?

Climate targets, SBTi-aligned action, sustainability implementation, behaviour change, ESG practice, corporate accountability and measurable progress.

Climate targets SBTi-aligned action Behaviour change ESG practice Accountability
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Theme 02

Responsible Innovation, AI and Sustainable Transformation

How can innovation and AI support sustainability without losing human-centred responsibility?

AI governance, digital health, digital transformation, responsible technology, human-centred innovation and sustainability innovation.

AI governance Digital health Responsible technology Human-centred impact Transformation
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Theme 03

Green Entrepreneurship, Culture and Community Impact

How can entrepreneurship, culture and local action make sustainability visible and practical?

Green entrepreneurship, circular ventures, creative sustainability, biodiversity, education, culture, community engagement and local action.

Green entrepreneurship Circular ventures Creative sustainability Biodiversity Local action
Together, these themes connect action, innovation and community impact within one conference theme.
Programme Perspectives

Selected programme voices will be announced progressively.

The programme is being shaped around selected perspectives across sustainability action, responsible innovation, entrepreneurship, culture and community impact.

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Climate Targets and Measurable Action

Credible climate targets, sustainability implementation, accountability and measurable progress.

02

Behaviour Change and Implementation

How organisations, communities and systems move from intention to practical action.

03

Responsible AI and Sustainable Transformation

AI governance, digital transformation, digital health, responsible technology and human-centred impact.

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Culture, Creativity and Community Impact

Creative sustainability, education, culture, biodiversity and community-level action.

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Green Entrepreneurship and Local Impact

Circular ventures, local solutions, sustainability entrepreneurship and practical impact.

Optional Lisbon Experience

Extend the conference into the city.

For onsite participants who want to experience Lisbon beyond the formal sessions through selected cultural and networking moments.

01

Welcome Dinner

An informal opening moment to meet participants in a relaxed Lisbon setting.

02

Guided Lisbon Experience

A curated city experience through Lisbon’s culture, history and atmosphere.

03

Tagus River Experience

A shared river moment by boat or ferry, depending on the final arrangement.

04

Sunset and Fado Atmosphere

Golden evening light, Portuguese music, cultural identity and local atmosphere.

Indicative structure. Final sequence and timing will be confirmed closer to the event, depending on group size, availability and logistical arrangements.

Access options

Choose how you want to join.

Registration is currently handled by email. The conference team will provide the correct participation route, payment instructions and next steps.

Online

Online Participation

€288Academic
€388Standard

Online access to all conference sessions, a digital certificate and eligible publication pathways for accepted contributions, subject to the relevant submission, editorial and review requirements.

Request online details
Lisbon

Onsite Participation

€488

In-person access in Lisbon, including all conference sessions, lunch and refreshments, networking, a certificate and eligible publication pathways for accepted contributions, subject to the relevant submission, editorial and review requirements.

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Add-on

Lisbon Experience

€160

Optional add-on for onsite participants, including selected cultural and networking moments in Lisbon.

Ask about Lisbon Experience

The onsite programme is being finalised in Lisbon. Sessions may take place across one or more professional locations. Final venue and access details for each conference day will be shared once arrangements are confirmed.

Early bird rates apply through 15 August 2026. Standard rates apply from 16 August 2026, subject to availability.

Partner with the conference

For institutions and organisations that want visibility and contribution.

Academic Partner

€1,380

  • Up to 2 onsite participants or 4 online participants
  • Up to 2 presentation slots
  • Logo visibility on website and programme
  • Full-page institutional profile in programme booklet and proceedings
  • Digital certificates for registered participants
Discuss academic partnership
Industry Partner

€1,580

  • Up to 2 onsite participants or 4 online participants
  • 1 presentation or case-study slot
  • Opportunity to be considered for a panel discussion
  • Featured recognition across conference communications
  • Inclusion in post-conference highlights
Discuss industry partnership

Any applicable VAT will be confirmed where formal invoicing is required.

Publication pathway

A credibility layer behind the conference.

TheSustainImpact Publications hosts open access scholarly outputs from TheSustainImpact®, including the Journal of Sustainable Innovation and Impact and the Conference Proceedings Series.

1Conference participation
2Book of Abstracts and proceedings
3Selected full paper routes
Publication note: Abstract acceptance relates to conference presentation and possible inclusion in the Book of Abstracts and proceedings record. Full paper routes are handled separately through the relevant submission, editorial and review processes. Conference registration or payment does not guarantee publication.

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