Dear Colleagues,
We have the pleasure to invite you to the 2nd International Conference on Green Innovation and Circular Economy (GR-I-CE 2026), which will be held in Athens, Greece, between 10 and 13 of May 2026.
The Conference is being organized by the UNESCO Chair on Green Innovation and Circular Economy of National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), in collaboration with Mantis Beyond Innovation other renowned partners.
Academics, entrepreneurs, and innovative individuals will meet in Athens for a 4-days International Conference on Green Technologies, Innovation & Circular Economy Models, which will combine science, innovation and networking activities. The Conference integrates cutting-edge research with entrepreneurial insights, offering attendees a chance to translate knowledge into actionable opportunities.
Scientific presentations, thematic speeches and discussions will take place on the Conference’s subjects, while at the same time startups and innovative companies of the environmental sector will present their innovative technological solutions. Through B2B meetings, special awards and an exhibition area at the historic City of Athens, the Conference will facilitate the exchange of ideas and knowledge, through scientific and networking activities.
Authors can submit abstracts by 15th of September 2026, on the following topics:
Circular Economy Green Innovation
Improved Waste Management
Circular Water Management
Circular Design
Circular Business Models
Circularity Evaluation
Circular Supply Chains
Productivity and Innovation Measurement
Strategy and Innovation Management
Circularity and Innovation Standards
Innovation Policies and Instruments
Innovation and Creativity
Open Innovation
Knowledge Transfer
Digital Transformation
Green Technologies
Optimization Theory and Applications
Sustainable Materials and Technologies
Sustainability-Oriented Innovation Management
Green Entrepreneurship
Environment and Sustainability Decision Policies and Strategic Planning
Climate Change
Natural Resources Management
Environmental Planning and Engineering
Environmental Economics
Sustainable Business Models
Sustainable production and consumption
AI and Sustainability
Economy Transformation Perspectives
New Education Approaches
Inclusive Green Transition
Foresight
Energy Policy and Management
Energy Transition
Decision Support Systems
Supply Chain Management and Logistics
For more information on the scientific topics, registration, and paper submissions as well as general useful information, please visit the Conference’s draft website at https://griceconf.eu
On behalf of the Organizing & Scientific Committee,
Kind Regards,
Professor Konstantinos Aravossis
Chair of the Organizing Committee
UNESCO Chairholder on Green Innovation and Circular Economy of NTUA
