Call for Papers | National Conference on Climate Change & Sustainable Development by Bharath Institute of Law [Hybrid]: Submit by Oct 15

About Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (BIHER)

Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (BIHER), Chennai, is a leading institution committed to excellence in education, research, and innovation. Under the guidance of Dr. S. Jagathrakshakan, MP (Lok Sabha), Chairman and founder, the university has grown as a centre for quality learning.

About Bharath Institute of Law

Bharath Institute of Law (BIL), a constituent school of the Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (BIHER), Chennai, is committed to providing world-class legal education with a focus on ethics, human rights, and social justice. Under the visionary leadership of Dr. R. Hariprakash (Additional Registrar), BIHER and Dr. K. Murugadoss (Dean), BIL emphasizes experiential learning through moot courts, internships, research initiatives, and community outreach, nurturing socially responsible legal professionals.

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About the Conference

The escalating climate crisis poses one of the greatest global challenges of our time. The National Conference on “Climate Change and Sustainable Development: Pathways to a Resilient Future” aims to create an interdisciplinary platform for scholars, policymakers, legal experts, environmentalists, industry leaders, and students to deliberate upon urgent issues in climate governance, sustainability, and resilience.

The conference will feature keynote addresses, paper presentations, and discussions on innovative solutions, legal reforms, and policy strategies to address the environmental crisis while promoting equity and justice.

• Dates: October 31 – November 1, 2025
• Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)
• Venue: Bharath Institute of Law, 173, Agaram Main Road, Selaiyur, Chennai – 600073

Objectives & Outcomes

• Examine legal and policy frameworks for climate action.
• Explore the role of AI and emerging technologies in addressing climate change.
• Promote climate justice and equity.
• Encourage corporate and financial responsibility for sustainability goals.
• Contribute to future research, policy-making, and academic discourse.
• Participants will gain insights into evolving climate regulations, ESG practices, corporate accountability, and AI-driven sustainability innovations.

Sub-Themes (Indicative)

• Climate Change in Contemporary Contexts
• Climate Stressors and Marine Life
• Climate-Responsive Life on Land
• Renewable Energy for Sustainability
• Leveraging IPR for Sustainable Growth
• Fiscal Policy and the Pursuit of Climate Goals

Eligibility

• Students (UG & PG)
• Research Scholars
• Faculty
• Industry Experts
• NGOs, Advocates, Law Firms, Judges, and Policymakers

Important Dates

• Last Date for Abstract Submission: October 15, 2025
• Notification of Selection: October 17, 2025
• Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment: October 24, 2025
• Conference Dates: October 31 & November 1, 2025
• Authors of selected abstracts will be notified within 15 days post-conference for full paper publication.

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: 350–500 words with 5–6 keywords.
• Full Paper: 3,000–4,000 words (post selection).
• Citation Style: Indian Law Institute (ILI).
• Co-authorship: Maximum of 2 authors.
• All papers will undergo plagiarism and AI-content checks (max. 10% similarity permitted).
• Email submissions to: [email protected]
  (Subject: Abstract Submission – “Title of the Paper”)

Registration Fees

• Students (UG/PG): ₹500
• Research Scholars / Faculty: ₹750
• Advocates: ₹1,000
• Law Firms / Others: ₹2,000
• International Participants: USD $30

Payment via NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking to:
Account Name: RADHA DEVI. V
Account Number: 159962351389
Bank Name: IndusInd Bank, Selaiyur Branch
IFSC: INDB0001011

Awards & Publications

Certificate of Presentation (hard copy / e-certificate for online presenters).

• Best Presenter Award – Rs 5000
• 1st Runner Up- Rs 3000
• 2nd Runner Up- Rs 2000

Publication details: Selected research papers will be published in a book with ISBN- 978-81-994260-9-2 & ISBN 978-81-994260-7-8.

Contact Information

For queries, contact:

Mr. R. Yuvan Shankar (Asst. Professor & Organising Secretary) – +91 78269 86574

Mrs. W.V. Sophia Stella (Asst. Professor & Organising Secretary) – +91 74011 67457

Email: [email protected]

The brochure is here.