Published on July 2, 2025
GLOC 2026 Call for Abstracts is now OPEN
Submit your abstract by 7 November 2025!
The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) and its member - the Rwanda Space Agency (RSA), are thrilled to announce the second edition of the IAF Global Space Conference on Climate Change (GLOC 2026), set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from 2 to 4 June 2026. The conference theme “Uniting Space and Earth for Climate Resilience” aims to harness the power of space-based technologies and applications in addressing the pressing challenges of climate change.
We invite researchers, practitioners, thought leaders, students and professionals to submit abstracts that reflect innovative ideas and solutions across a diverse array of topics, including but not limited to:
- Climate Adaptation and Resilience
- Green House Gas Monitoring and Impact Assessment
- AI for Climate Adaptation and Resilience
- Service Development and Data Access
- Disasters and Emergency Management
- Good Governance and Climate Policy, SDGs Alignment
- Space Technology and Innovation for Climate
- Economy, Finance and Investments for Climate Goals
- Outreach, Education, Community Training and Knowledge Sharing/ International Collaboration
Selected abstracts will be presented as interactive presentations, utilizing state-of-the-art infrastructure to foster engaging discussions. Additionally, these presentations will have the opportunity to compete in the prestigious IP Competition, with awards recognizing outstanding contributions.
Abstract Deadline: 7 November 2025 (23:59 CET)
In case of any questions regarding abstract submission, please contact ipsupport@iafastro.org
Join us in Kigali as we unite efforts and innovate solutions for a sustainable future.
We look forward to your contributions that will empower the global climate change dialogue!