The First International Conference on Innovation for a Sustainable and Resilient Future

Building a Resilient Future Through Innovation

October 16-17, 2026 | The National School of Commerce and Management of Fez | Fez, Morocco

About the Conference

Welcome to the First International Conference on Innovation for a Sustainable and Resilient Future (ISRF 2026), a premier international event focused on innovative solutions for sustainable development and climate resilience in an ever-changing world.

Global Perspective

Brings together international experts to address global challenges in climate resilience and sustainability.

Innovation Focus

Highlighting cutting-edge research and innovative approaches to building climate resilience and sustainable development.

Collaboration

Fostering partnerships between academia, industry, government, and civil society to accelerate sustainable transformation.

About the National School of Commerce and Management of Fez

The ENCG of Fez is a prestigious institution dedicated to excellence in business education and research.

The National School of Commerce and Management of Fez (ENCG) is part of the University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, one of Morocco's leading universities. Established with a mission to provide high-quality education in business and management, ENCG Fez has become a center of excellence for academic and professional development.

The school offers a comprehensive range of programs in business administration, finance, marketing, and management, attracting students from across Morocco and internationally. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and strong industry connections, ENCG Fez prepares students to become leaders in the global business environment.

Located in the historic city of Fez, ENCG benefits from the city's rich cultural heritage and its position as an emerging economic hub. The school actively promotes research activities, international partnerships, and entrepreneurship, contributing to the development of sustainable business practices in Morocco and beyond.

ENCG Fez is committed to fostering innovation, ethical business practices, and social responsibility among its students, making it an ideal venue for hosting the International Conference on Innovation for a Sustainable and Resilient Future.

Conference Proceedings

All accepted, registered & presented papers are planned to be published in the proceedings of E3S Web of Conferences.

E3S Web of Conferences is an open-access publication series dedicated to archiving conference proceedings in the fields of energy, environment, and sustainability. The series ensures wide dissemination of research findings through its open-access model and indexing in major databases.

Published papers receive a DOI, are citable, and are permanently archived, providing authors with maximum visibility and impact for their research work.

Important Dates

Deadline of Paper Submission
June 1, 2026
Acceptance Notification
July 31, 2026
Payment Deadline for Registration
September 1, 2026
Final Program
September 30, 2026
Conference Dates
October 16-17, 2026

Call for Papers

We invite submissions of original research papers addressing the conference topics. Papers should present innovative research, case studies, or theoretical contributions in the following tracks:

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Digital & Green Innovation

  • Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Applications
  • Blockchain for Climate Action
  • Digital Twins for Resilience Modeling
  • Low Carbon Infrastructure
  • Decision Support Systems
02

Sustainable Business & Marketing

  • Circular Business Models
  • Ethical Marketing Practices
  • Green Branding Strategies
  • Consumer Engagement for Sustainability
  • Responsible Supply Chains
  • Corporate Sustainability Reporting
03

Governance & Policy for Climate Action

  • ESG Integration Frameworks
  • Climate Regulation & Compliance
  • Public-Private Partnerships
  • Environmental Justice
  • Climate Ethics
  • Policy Implementation Mechanisms
04

Finance & Climate Risk

  • Green Finance Instruments
  • Carbon Accounting Methods
  • Climate Risk Assessment Models
  • Sustainability Auditing
  • Climate-Resilient Investment
  • Financial Innovation for Sustainability
05

Urban & Infrastructure Resilience

  • Smart Cities Development
  • Sustainable Mobility Solutions
  • Territorial Planning
  • Participatory Governance
  • Infrastructure Financing
  • Climate-Adaptive Urban Design
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Human Capital & Organizational Resilience

  • Green Skills Development
  • Sustainability Leadership
  • Organizational Adaptation
  • HR Practices for Sustainability
  • Education for Climate Resilience
  • Knowledge Management Systems
Download Submission Guidelines

Conference Program

The two-day conference program will feature keynote presentations, parallel sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Day 1 - October 16, 2026

Morning Session (9:00 - 12:30)

Registration

Opening Ceremony

Keynote Addresses

Afternoon Session (14:00 - 17:30)

Parallel Sessions (Tracks 1-3)

Poster Presentations

Welcome Reception

Day 2 - October 17, 2026

Morning Session (9:00 - 12:30)

Keynote Lecture

Parallel Sessions (Tracks 4-6)

Afternoon Session (14:00 - 17:30)

Workshops

Roundtables

Closing Ceremony

The detailed program with specific timings and room allocations will be available closer to the conference date.

Conference Committees

ISRF 2026 is organized by a dedicated team of professionals and academics committed to advancing sustainability and climate resilience.

Steering Committee

Pr. Dr. Mehdi Bensouda
Pr. Dr. Mehdi Bensouda
General Chair (USMBA, Morocco)
Dr. Mouhcine Rhouiri
Dr. Mouhcine Rhouiri
General Chair (USMBA, Morocco)
Dr. Merouane EL Azami
Dr. Merouane EL Azami
General Chair (UPVM, France)

Honorary Committee

  • Mustapha Ijjaali
    President, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez
  • Abdellatif Eddakir
    Director, National School of Commerce and Management (ENCG), Fez
  • Abdelhamid El Bouhadi
    Director, LAREMEF Research Laboratory, ENCG of Fez
  • Abdellatif Marghich
    Head, Department of Finance, Control and Audit, ENCG of Fez
  • Abderrahman Alaoui Ismaili
    Deputy Director for Scientific Research and Cooperation, ENCG of Fez
  • Larbi Tamnine
    Deputy Director for Academic and Pedagogical Affairs, ENCG of Fez
  • Mimoun Benali
    Director, Institute of Sports Science, Fez

Organizing Committee

  • Youssef Zizi
    (ENCG of Fez, Morocco)
  • Badr Bentalha
    (ENCG of Fez, Morocco)
  • Mohammed El Amrani
    (ENCG of Fez, Morocco)
  • Hajar Chetioui
    (ENCG of Fez, Morocco)
  • Abdessamad Ouchen
    (ENCG of Fez, Morocco)

Scientific Committee

  • Mohamed Habiboullah Meyabe
    (NBS, Mauritania)
  • Rabeh Hammady
    (NBS, Mauritania)
  • Reda El Yazidi
    (FLSH, UMI, Morocco)
  • Youness El Maaqili
    (USMBA, Morocco)
  • Hicham Saidi
    (USMBA, Morocco)

Peer Review Process

The Microsoft CMT service is used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference.

This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Microsoft Conference Management Toolkit (CMT) is a comprehensive conference management system that supports the entire lifecycle of academic conferences, from submission to review and publication. The system ensures a fair, transparent, and efficient peer-review process for all submitted papers.

Double-Blind Review

Ensures unbiased evaluation of submitted papers

Timely Process

Efficient review workflow with clear deadlines

Global Reviewers

International panel of expert reviewers

Paper Submission

We recommend authors to use WORD template. It is planned to publish the proceedings with "E3S Web of Conferences".

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Template

MS Word template is available for download. Please use this template to format your paper according to the conference guidelines.

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Submission Link

Microsoft CMT

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Submission Link
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Create CMT Account

The authors will need to register their email with CMT to submit paper to ISRF 2026. Here is a link how to create a CMT account:

Create CMT Account Guide
Download E3S Template

Registration Guidelines

To be published in the ISRF 2026 Conference Proceedings, an author of an accepted paper is required to register for the conference. Each accepted paper must be presented at the conference by an author unless the TPC Chairs grant permission for a substitute presenter (arranged in advance of the event) who is qualified both to present and answer questions.

At least one of the authors listed in the paper must register for ISRF 2026.

Registration Rates

Category Before Registration deadline After Registration deadline
Author 250 € (2500 MAD) 300 € (3000 MAD)
*Author (Low and middle income countries) 150 € (1500 MAD) 200 € (2000 MAD)
Non-Author (Attending only) 120 € (1200 MAD) 120 € (1200 MAD)

* Low and middle income countries. See list on this link:

Instructions for Authors

Please carefully read and follow these guidelines before submitting your paper to ISRF 2026.

General Considerations

  • The conference language is English.
  • Plenary Session: English
  • Other Sessions & Presentations: English
  • To ensure the scientific quality of published articles and maintain a rigorous peer-review process, all authors must strictly adhere to the Author Guidelines.

AI Usage Policy

IMPORTANT: Authors must not use AI or AI-assisted tools (such as ChatGPT) to write the paper. Authors are solely responsible for the content of their articles and the use of AI technology for this purpose is a breach of ethical scientific practice.
Download Complete Author Guidelines

Conference Venue

ISRF 2026 will be held at the ENCG of Fez, Morocco.

ENCG of Fez

Immouzer Road, P.O. Box A81, 30000 FEZ- Morocco

October 16-17, 2026

The National School of Business and Management of Fez (ENCG) is part of the University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah. The campus provides modern facilities and an inspiring environment for academic exchange and collaboration.

Getting There

By Air: The nearest airport is Fès-Saïss Airport, approximately 15 km from the city center.

By Train: Fez is well connected by train to major Moroccan cities including Casablanca, Rabat, and Marrakech.

By Bus: Several bus companies operate services to Fez from various cities in Morocco.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

For any inquiries about ISRF 2026, please contact us:

mehdi.bensouda@usmba.ac.ma

+212 5XX XXX XXX

ENCG Fez, Morocco

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