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13–15 August 2026Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

SET2026

The 22nd International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies has moved to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. More details about the conference arrangements will be released soon.

Organised by

WSSET

Co-hosted by

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

Co-organised by

Solar Energy Research Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
University of Nottingham

Our Sponsors

ModerniteCerebration Science Publishing
Conference Overview

Mission & History

SET has been held annually since 2002 with a clear mission to advance practical sustainable energy solutions, creating a long-standing platform for researchers and industry to share work that moves the field forward.

Each year, SET unites leading researchers and innovators to share ideas and advance sustainable energy.

Conference Chairs

Prof. Saffa Riffat

Professor Saffa Riffat

ChairPresident of WSSET
Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr Azli Bin Abd Razak

Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr Azli Bin Abd Razak

Co-ChairDean, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Road to SET2026

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Keynote Speakers

Hear from world-renowned experts driving innovation and sustainability in energy, environment and technology.

Professor Hongxing Yang

Professor Hongxing Yang

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Associate Professor Dr. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad

Associate Professor Dr. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Professor Xudong Zhao

Professor Xudong Zhao

Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, China

Professor AbuBakr Bahaj

Professor AbuBakr Bahaj

University of Southampton, UK

Professor Michele Bottarelli

Professor Michele Bottarelli

University of Ferrara, Italy

Professor Jie Ji

Professor Jie Ji

University of Science and Technology, China

Professor Angui Li

Professor Angui Li

Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, China

Professor Mushtaq Ahmad T.I.

Professor Mushtaq Ahmad T.I.

Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan

Professor Yanjun Dai

Professor Yanjun Dai

Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

Invited Speakers

Discover inspiring work from invited experts shaping the future of sustainable energy and environmental research.

Professor Beatrice Bonfanti Pulvirenti

Professor Beatrice Bonfanti Pulvirenti

University of Bologna, Italy

Assoc. Professor Erdem Cuce

Assoc. Professor Erdem Cuce

Recep Tayyip Erdogan University, Turkey

Professor Amin Al-Habaibeh

Professor Amin Al-Habaibeh

Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom

Professor Ali Kilicarslan

Professor Ali Kilicarslan

Hitit University, Turkey

Professor Shuli Liu

Professor Shuli Liu

Beijing Institute of Technology, China

Professor K. Srinivas Reddy

Professor K. Srinivas Reddy

Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India

Professor Berkah Fajar

Professor Berkah Fajar

Diponegoro University, Indonesia

Professor Fatang Jiang

Professor Fatang Jiang

Wuhan Donghu University, China

Professor Qiliang Wang

Professor Qiliang Wang

University of Science and Technology of China, China

Professor Devrim Aydin

Professor Devrim Aydin

Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus

Dr John Calautit

Dr John Calautit

University of Nottingham, UK

Dr. Ahmed Freewan

Dr. Ahmed Freewan

Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan

Professor Andrew Eloka-Eboka

Professor Andrew Eloka-Eboka

North-West University, South Africa

Professor Zhongzhu Qiu

Professor Zhongzhu Qiu

Shanghai University of Electric Power, China

Dr. Hasila Jarimi

Dr. Hasila Jarimi

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Professor Cruz Li

Professor Cruz Li

Chongqing University, China

Professor Muhammad Aqeel Ashraf

Professor Muhammad Aqeel Ashraf

Multimedia University, Malaysia

Organising Committee

Dr. Ziwei Chen

Dr. Ziwei Chen

University of Nottingham

Dr. Norhayati Mat Wajid

Dr. Norhayati Mat Wajid

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Dr. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad

Dr. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Dr. Hasila Jarimi

Dr. Hasila Jarimi

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Dr. Tajulrosli Razak

Dr. Tajulrosli Razak

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Dr. Aliff Shakir

Dr. Aliff Shakir

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Scientific Committee

Ahmed Freewan

Jordan University of Science & Technology

Andrei Chamchine

University Of Central Lancashire, United Kingdom

Ali Kilicarslan

Hitit University, Turkey

Arif Hepbasli

Yasar University, Turkey

Armando Oliveira

University Of Porto, Portugal

Beatrice Pulvirenti

University Of Bologna, Italy

Call for Abstracts and Submissions

Topic

AI Enhanced Energy Technologies and Renewable Systems

Energy Storage and Conversion

Low Carbon Building Design and Sustainable Architectural Practices

Sustainable Urban Development, Environmental Stewardship and City Planning

Policies and Management in Sustainable Energy

Submission Guide

Submit your abstract – Prepare a concise abstract using the official template and submit it via EasyChair by 31 May 2026.

Undergo review – All abstracts will be reviewed by the Programme Committee.

Prepare your paper or poster – Please use the official Paper Guide, Paper Template, or Poster Template, as appropriate.

Submit your full paper or poster – Upload your full paper or poster by 30 June 2026.

Important Notes

Submission of an abstract is sufficient to be considered for attendance and presentation at SET2026. Submission of a full paper is not required in order to attend or present at the conference.

Authors who wish to publish in the SET2026 Conference Proceedings/Journal Publication may submit their full manuscript up to two weeks after the conference, and it will still be considered for inclusion in the proceedings.

The Editorial Board oversees the review process and makes final acceptance decisions based solely on the academic merit and quality of the submitted work. Conference attendance is not required for publication consideration.

Registration

Timeline & Fee

Flexible registration options are available to suit different publication preferences.

Each delegate package offers excellent value and includes conference attendance, conference materials, presentation of one paper or poster, gala dinner, and publication of one paper.

An optional Journal Publication Pathway is available for only an additional USD 150.

Reduced registration rates are offered for students and eligible discounted delegate categories, including WSSET members.

Registration deadline: 31 July 2026.

Awards

Apply now for the WSSET Innovation Awards!

The WSSET Innovation Awards celebrate impactful work in renewable energy, energy efficiency, low-carbon building design, and sustainable waste management. Download the form below and submit your application.

To see our previous Innovation Awards winners, click here.

Journals

Explore our featured journals! Selected papers from SET2026 will be recommended for publication, and WSSET members enjoy discounted APC rates.

Future Cities and Environment

Future Cities and Environment

Explore groundbreaking research in urban sustainability with Future Cities and Environment, a Scopus journal. Join WSSET to receive a 10% APC discount with Cerebration Science Publishing.

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Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Cities

Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Cities

AIFSC is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal focused on the use of AI and data-driven technologies to advance sustainable, resilient, and inclusive cities in line with the UN SDGs. It brings together researchers, engineers, and policymakers to share innovations in smart energy, mobility, buildings, environmental monitoring, and sustainable urban systems.

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Journal of Climate Change

Journal of Climate Change

The Journal of Climate Change (JCC) is a peer- reviewed, open-access journal indexed in Web of Science, publishing research on sustainable energy, low- carbon technologies, climate policy, and biodiversity. WSSET members receive a 10% APC discount.

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Research and Reviews in Sustainability

Research and Reviews in Sustainability

Research and Reviews in Sustainability (RRS) is an Open Access journal linking research to real-world solutions in climate change, resource efficiency, urban resilience, and low-carbon development, aligned with the UN SDGS.

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Green Technology & Innovation

Green Technology & Innovation

Green Technology & Innovation (GT&I) is an international, peer-reviewed Open Access journal publishing original research on sustainable and low-carbon technologies, including renewable energy, water treatment, hydrogen, carbon capture, and biomass.

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About WSSET

The World Society of Sustainable Energy Technologies are a global, non-profit society. WSSET is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy technologies and driving positive change across both the built and natural environments.

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