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

Submitted by Selma Festus
Published 9 months ago

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

Call for Papers_8th SOLTRAIN Conference

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.

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