KARACHI
The inaugural session of the 1st International Conference on Sustainable Green Energy, Environment & Digital Innovations (ICSGEEDI-2026) commenced at the Dr. A.Q. Khan Institute of Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering Auditorium, University of Karachi.
The prestigious event, organized jointly by the Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Karachi, and The Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Karachi Centre, was inaugurated with the recitation from the Holy Quran and the national anthem.
With the theme “Sustainable Solutions for Green Energy, Environment and Digital Innovation Industries,” the conference aims to foster dialogue and collaboration on critical global challenges. The hybrid mode event, allowing both physical and virtual participation via Zoom, saw a gathering of esteemed academics, industry leaders, and engineering professionals.
The opening session featured a series of addresses from key figures. Prof. Dr. Shagufta Ishteyaque, Chairperson of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Conference Chair, delivered the welcome address. Engr. M. Farooq Arbi, Chairman of IEP Karachi Centre, and Prof. Dr. Bilquees Gul, Dean of the Faculty of Science & Engineering and Conference Patron, also shared their insights.
International perspectives were highlighted in keynote speeches by Prof. Dr. Athila Evcin from Afyon Kocatepe University, Turkey, and Prof. Dr. Iqbal Mohammad Mojtaba from the University of Bradford, UK, focusing on material sciences and chemical engineering applications for sustainability.
The session was graced by the presence of Prof. Dr. Khalid Mehmood Iraqi, Vice Chancellor of the University of Karachi and Patron-in-Chief of the conference, and Engr. Prof. Dr. Samreen Hussain, Vice Chancellor of DUET Karachi, as the Guest of Honour.
Following the morning inaugural session, the conference continued with an afternoon technical session chaired by a panel of experts, featuring keynote speeches, invited talks, and presentations from national and international researchers and industry experts from institutions like QUEST Nawabshah, Novatex Limited, and various departments of the University of Karachi.
The conference serves as a significant platform for sharing cutting-edge research, innovative practices, and fostering partnerships to advance the goals of sustainable energy, environmental protection, and digital transformation. The event concluded with shield distributions, group photos, and a high tea.
Karachi, Pakistan – January 23, 2026
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