Call for Papers – Paper/Poster Session: 8th SOLTRAIN Conference 2025

We are excited to announce the Call for Papers for the 8th Southern African Renewable Heating and Cooling Training Demonstration Initiative (SOLTRAIN+) Conference 2024!

We invite researcher, innovators and professionals to submit papers on the theme: Thermal Storage for a Sustainable Future

Submissions should be extended abstracts (up to 3 pages) for review. All submissions will go through a blind review process, ensuring impartial evaluation.

Submit your abstract and cover page by emailing: 8thsoltrainconference@ub.ac.bw

Important Dates
Please refer to the timeline below. Note that deadlines may be subject to change:

• Call for Papers: October 2024
• Final Abstract Submission Deadline: 24 January 2025
• Author Notification: 31 January 2025
• Author Registration: sadcenergyweek.org/delegates-registration
• Conference Dates: 24 - 28 February 2025
• Conference Proceedings Published: March 2025

Technical/Scientific Committee

• Prof. Kevin N. Nwaigwe – University of Botswana (Chair)
• Prof. Habil Mario Einax – Botswana International University of Science and Technology
• Prof. Ashmore Mawire – North-West University, South Africa
• Mr. Wolfgang Gruber-Glatzl – SOLTRAIN Project
• Ms. Helvi Ileka – Namibia Energy Institute
• Dr. Theddeus T. Akano – University of Botswana
• Mr. Samson Mlanga – National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe
• Dr. Migbar A. Zeleke – University of Botswana (Secretary)

For more information, contact: 8thsoltrainconference@ub.ac.bw

The Call for Papers document can be downloaded here.