14th International Symposium on Environmental Geotechnology and Global Sustainable Development in Conjunction with 2026 Global Ecosystems and Sustainable Development Symposium.
This expanded two-part ISEG/GGSD-2026 Mega Symposium is an outgrowth of 13 regular ISEG conferences/symposia
which started in 1993, and many other forums with the continuing objective of applying technical and social science knowledge from
a diversity of disciplines to address critical issues in sustainable development.
organized by
Global Institute of Sustainable Development, Advanced Analysis and Design (GISDAAD), Concord, NC, USA (Global headquarters) and Abuja, Nigeria.
in collaboration with
This expanded two-part ISEG/GGSD-2026 Mega Symposium is an outgrowth of 13 regular ISEG conferences/symposia which started in 1993, and many other forums with the common objective of applying technical and social science knowledge from a diversity of disciplines to address critical issues in sustainable development and geoenvironmental engineering.
Part A will focus on fundamental aspects of Environmental Geotechnology treated by experts such as researchers, practitioners, analysts, educators and engineers. It will include theoretical modeling, experimental techniques, field studies, and demonstrations of new methods.
Part B is the most recent complement of the ISEG conferences since 1993. It brings together technical and social science knowledge across disciplines to address sustainable development and geoenvironmental issues in diverse socioeconomic sectors.
Opportunity to network with people across the globe in the symposium, tour and dinner night.
Learning new skills, strategies and gaining new insights into business expansion and creativity boosting.
Experts in different fields are invited from as speakers across the world.
The courses gives you access to internationally recognized certifications.
Networking with people from all walks of life give you business continental access access .
Explore the beautiful nature of the Kenya Safari with other people from all walks of life.
| Aug 30, 2025 | Release of Internal Bulletin 2 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Release of Bulletin 3: Call for Abstracts, Sponsored-Session Proposals & Exhibitions |
| Jan 10, 2026 | Deadline for 2-Page Abstracts Submission |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Deadline for Sponsored-Session Proposals |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Deadline for Exhibition Plans & Registrations |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Production of Bulletin 4: Symposium Program & Call for Registration |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Deadline for Regular & Shortcourse Registration |
| Aug 9–15, 2026 | Mega Symposium & Shortcourses |
| Day 1, Aug 9 | Arrival of Participants |
| Day 2, Aug 10 | On-Site Registration, Opening Ceremony, Keynotes, Sessions, ISEG Council & Elections |
| Day 3, Aug 11 | Paper & Poster Sessions, ISEG Awards, Part A Closing Dinner |
| Day 4, Aug 12 | Safari Tour, Lunch, and Nairobi Museum Visit |
| Day 5, Aug 13 | On-site Registration, Opening Ceremony, GADR Relaunch, Keynotes, Parallel Sessions, Exhibitions |
| Day 6, Aug 14 | Parallel & Poster Sessions, Panels, Forums, Sponsored Sessions, Cultural Night & Closing Dinner |
| Day 7, Aug 15 | Short Courses & Training Program |
On-Site Registration for Part A
Opening Ceremony for Part A
Keynote Presentations
Parallel Session Presentations
ISEG Council Meeting (evening)
ISEG Elections (evening)
Paper Presentations In Parallel Sessions
Poster Papers
ISEG Awards And Prizes
Part A Closing Dinner
ISEG Honorary President and Founding Chair and Distinguished Professor, Global Institute for Sustainable
Development, Advanced Analyses and Design (GISDAAD), Concord, NC, USA and Abuja, Nigeria.
Dean of Suzhou HighTech Research Institute, Nanjing University, Suzhou,
Jiangsu, China
Professor of Oceanography, University of Calabar, Calabar,
Nigeria.
D. L. Shah Chair Professor of Innovation, Indian
Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-B), Mumbai, India.
Mining Environmental Consultant and
ISEG Council Member (Europe).
Member of the Board of the
International Committee of the History of Technology
(ICOHTEC) and Professor in the program on history of
Science and Epistemology, Federal University of Rio de
Janeiro, Brazil.
Our Sponsors are our backbone and they stand to enjoy lots of global benefits.
Reviews from ISEG /GGSD Past attendees.
“I have been attending for years and I have never regretted it for once. Thanks to ISEG, I made friends and businesss associates. “
“At first, I was skeptical but, ISEG exceeded my expectations and I must attend ISEG this year.”
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