Call for Papers | 2-Day International Conference on India’s Green Economy & Trade Policy by DNLU [Cash Prizes Rs 32K]: Register by Mar 22

About the Institution

Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (M.P.) ‘DNLU’ India is one of the leading and premier law institutes imparting legal education and research. The University was established in the year 2018 by Madhya Pradesh Dharmashastra National Law University Act 24 of 2018, with the object of advancing the cause of legal education and achieving excellence as a university for imparting value-based legal education. The university emphasizes advocacy skills with professional ethics by providing suitable simulation exercises. The Hon’ble Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court is the Chancellor of the University.

About the Centre for Law & Economics (CLE)

The Centre for Law and Economics (CLE), established under the aegis of Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (M.P), aims to promote research in the intertwined fields of Law and Economics, understanding the critical interdependence between the state of the economy and economic laws. CLE’s mission is to advance the study of Law and Economics by providing a robust framework of laws and regulations that protect the economic system and accommodate the country’s economic aspirations. It is the economic models and tools that help in economic analysis of law

By integrating economic analysis into legal frameworks, CLE aims to create efficient, fair, and sustainable laws that govern economic activities. The Centre ensures the legal system protects economic interests and adapts to the dynamic needs of the economy. Through research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives, CLE strives to shape a robust legal and economic environment that supports the nation’s growth and development aspirations.

About the Centre for Law Research in Environmental Law (CREL)

The Centre for Research in Environmental Law (CREL) under the Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, is an endeavour of the University to respond to the need for legal scholarship in the areas of conservation of environment and forest, abatement of pollution, preserving biodiversity, maintaining ecological balance, improving environmental awareness and education, etc.

With this commitment, the centre undertakes interdisciplinary studies involving legal academia and the other stakeholders involved in the conservation of the environment and preservation of its wholesomeness.

The Centre aspires to be an incubator for new approaches on how law can best address the complex and cross-cutting issues related to the problems faced by environmental pollution. The Centre also addresses a critical need for systematic development of legal techniques and legal structures to address the challenges presented by issues at the intersection of law and environment, biodiversity, and other allied disciplines.

About the Conference

The global imperative for sustainable development has positioned the green economy at the forefront of economic transformation. In the context of India, a nation characterized by its burgeoning economy and pressing environmental challenges, the transition from regulation-driven environmental policies to a revenue-generating green economy has emerged as a pivotal theme. As sustainability considerations increasingly influence market access, competitiveness, and global value chains, India’s engagement with WTO disciplines, free trade agreements, and plurilateral and unilateral sustainability initiatives becomes central to India’s green growth narrative.

India’s green economy is characterized by its commitment to sustainability, as evidenced by initiatives such as the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), Renewable Energy Targets, and circular economy strategies. These initiatives operate within a complex legal and institutional landscape that includes domestic regulation, voluntary standards, and transnational governance mechanisms influencing trade and investment decisions. Regulatory frameworks have historically driven environmental policies, yet recent developments in green financing, carbon trading, and sustainable business models indicate a shift toward revenue-driven sustainability. This shift raises important questions regarding regulatory coherence, legal certainty for market actors, and enforcement capacity. The conference will provide an in-depth analysis of this transformation.

Theme

From Regulations to Revenue: India’s Green Economy & Trade Policy

Sub-Themes

Participants may submit papers on the following themes:

1. Regulatory Foundations and Trade Policies
   • Evolution of India’s environmental regulations and their trade implications, including their impact on market access, competitiveness, and participation in global value chains
   • Impact of policies like the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) on green trade initiatives.
   • Policy frameworks, trade liberalization, and their economic-environmental trade offs.
2. Economic Potential of the Green Economy
   • Assessing renewable energy as an economic driver (solar, wind, hydropower)
   • Opportunities in sustainable agriculture and circular economy. Green Investment
   • Finance Mechanisms Mobilizing green finance and investment channels.
3. Technology, Innovation, Green Trade, Decarbonization, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
   • Role of technological innovation in enhancing sustainable trade practices
   • Digital transformation (AI, IoT, Blockchain) for trade transparency in environmental sustainability
   • Renewable energy technologies and sustainable infrastructure as trade assets
4. Private Sector, Trade, and Revenue Generation
   • How businesses can align profitability, sustainability, and trade competitiveness
   •  Case studies of green entrepreneurship, start-ups, and their role in trade expansion, highlighting regulatory barriers, compliance costs, and scaling challenges.
   • Incentivizing sustainable supply chains for global and domestic trade.
5. Socioeconomic Benefits of Green Trade
   • Green jobs and skill development programs for trade-linked empowerment.
   • Enhancing energy security and reducing fossil fuel trade dependency
   • Inclusive growth and reducing disparities through green trade opportunities
6. Global Context, Collaboration, and Trade Partnerships
   • Lessons from global green economies and their trade models
   •  International cooperation and trade diplomacy for scaling India’s green economy
   • India’s engagement with plurilateral and multilateral sustainability initiatives affecting trade
7. Circular Economy, Waste-to-Energy and Waste Management
   • Promoting resource efficiency and reducing waste through recycling and reuse
   • Advancing waste-to-energy technologies for sustainable disposal
   • Role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in achieving waste management goals and Community-led initiatives for effective waste segregation and management
   • Promoting the reuse, repair, and recycling of materials to close the loop of product lifecycles.
   •  Implementing advanced waste management systems that recover energy from non-recyclable materials.
   • Transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs), Resource Management & Circularity
8. Carbon Markets and Emission Trading Systems
   • Exploring India’s potential in developing and implementing robust carbon trading mechanisms and their implications for cross-border competitiveness
   • Challenges and opportunities in establishing voluntary carbon markets
   • The impact of carbon markets on industries and economic growth, particularly in trade-exposed sectors
   • Lessons from global emission trading systems and their relevance to India
9. Technological Innovations and Sustainable Trade Systems
   • Green technologies (renewable energy, energy storage) as trade enablers
   •  Leveraging digital tools (IoT, AI, blockchain) for green trade monitoring
   •  Clean transport technologies (EVs, hydrogen fuel cells) in global trade competitiveness as “Blue Carbon” sinks sustainable infrastructure
   •  Developing biodegradable plastics and bio-based construction materials.

Who Can Submit

This conference will bring together policymakers, researchers, students, academicians, and industry leaders to engage in dialogue and share insights into India’s green growth trajectory, drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from law, economics, and public policy.

How to Submit

Academicians, policymakers, professionals, researchers, and students are invited to submit original and unpublished research papers relevant to the Conference theme.

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Submission Categories

Full-Length Research Papers (word limit: 6,000 – 10,000)

Submission Guidelines

1. Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere. Simultaneous submissions are strictly prohibited.
2. Any form of plagiarism and use of AI will result in immediate rejection without an opportunity for resubmission.
3. The title of the manuscript must be in 16-point Times New Roman.
4. The main text must be in 12-point Times New Roman, single-spaced, with 2.54 cm margins on all sides.
5. Citations and footnotes must be in 10-point Times New Roman, single-spaced, and must strictly follow the 20th edition of the Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation.
6. Abstracts should be within 300–500 words, excluding 4 – 5 keywords, and must be submitted in both Word (.doc/.docx) and PDF formats.
7. Full-length papers should be within 6,000 – 10,000 words, including footnotes. A relaxation of the upper word limit may be permitted upon justification by the author(s) and subject to approval of the screening committee.
8. All figures, tables, and images must be embedded within the manuscript and cited consecutively in the text.
9. To ensure anonymity during review, the manuscript must not contain any identifying information about the author(s).
10. A separate cover file must be submitted containing the name(s) of the author(s), designation, institutional affiliation, email ID, and contact details.
11. A maximum of three authors (one author and up to two co-authors) is permitted per submission.
12.  In the case of co-authorship, only one author is required to register for the Conference.
13. No discount on accommodation fees shall be available in case of co-authorship.
14. No changes in authorship (addition, deletion, or modification) shall be permitted after the acceptance of the abstract.
15. The copyright of the submitted papers shall remain with the author(s), and the organizing committee shall not be responsible for the views expressed in the submissions.

All decisions regarding submissions, including acceptance or rejection, shall be final and binding, and lie solely at the discretion of the Screening Committee.

Processing Charges / Registration Details

Fees are payable only after abstract selection.

For Students (UG/PG)

• Single Author: INR 5000 (with accommodation) / INR 3000 (without accommodation)
• Author + 1 Co-author: INR 7000 (with accommodation ) / INR 5000 (without accommodation)
• Author + 2 Co-authors: INR 9000 (with accommodation) / INR 7000 (without accommodation)

For Academics/Professionals

• Single Author: INR 7000 (with accommodation) / INR 5000 (without accommodation )
• Author + 1 Co-author: INR 9000 (with accommodation) / INR 7000 (without accommodation)
• Author + 2 Co-authors: INR 11000 (with accommodation) / INR 9000 (without accommodation)

DNLU Students: INR1800 (without accommodation)

Attendees: INR 1500 (without accommodation) / INR 2500 (with accommodation)

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Important Dates – Revised

• Last Date for Abstract Submission: 22nd March 2026
• Intimation of Acceptance: 23rd March 2026
• Last Date for Registration: 24th March 2026
• Last Date for Full Paper Submission: 28th March 2026
• Conference Dates: 18^th –19^th April 2026

Awards & Benefits

• Selected high-quality papers will be considered for publication with Manupatra
• Opportunity for publication in an edited book with ISBN
• Certificate of Publication for selected authors
• Certificate of Participation for all participants
• Merit Certificates for outstanding paper presentations

Prizes

• 1st Best Paper: ₹15,000
• 2nd Best Paper: ₹11,000
• 3rd Best Paper: ₹7,000

Contact Details

Email: [email protected]

• Mahak Jain (Convenor, CLE): +91 8319811428
• Shriya Singh (Convenor, CREL): +919140718953

For Emergency Communications:

• Dr. Isha Wadhwa – [email protected]
• Dr. Srishti Yadav – [email protected]

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