International Conference on Appropriate Technology and Sustainability 2027

About ICATS 2027

Rapid industrialization, climate vulnerability, resource constraints, and socio‑economic disparities have created an urgent need for appropriate, sustainable, and context-responsive technologies in developing countries. Bangladesh, as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, faces the dual challenge of sustaining industrial growth while ensuring environmental protection, resilience, and equitable development.

The Institute of Appropriate Technology (IAT) at BUET has long been a national leader in promoting affordable, inclusive, and environmentally responsible engineering solutions. To accelerate this mission and strengthen global collaboration, IAT proposes to host the International Conference on Appropriate Technology and Sustainability 2027 (ICATS 2027).

ICATS 2027 will serve as a global platform for researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and development partners to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, and build partnerships that support sustainable industrial transformation in Bangladesh and beyond.

MISSION

To promote impactful research and innovation in Appropriate Technology and Sustainability by uniting global experts and practitioners, and by fostering solutions that support equitable development, industrial transformation, and environmental stewardship.

VISION

To establish ICATS as a premier International Forum that:

  • Promotes industry–academia collaboration in sustainable technologies
  • Inspires context-appropriate engineering solutions for developing and emerging economies
  • Strengthens BUET’s role as a regional leader in sustainability research and technology transfer
  • Builds a global network committed to responsible, resilient, and inclusive technological development

Objectives

  • Showcase cutting-edge research and innovations in appropriate technology and sustainability.
  • Facilitate dialogue among academia, industry, government, decision makers and development partners.
  • Promote technology transfer, capacity building, and collaborative research.
  • Develop actionable roadmaps for sustainable industrial and community technologies.
  • Strengthen Bangladesh’s position in global sustainability and green growth initiatives.

Conference Co-Chairs

Prof. Dr. Rafiqul Gani

CEO, PSE for SPEED
Distinguished Adjunct Professor, IAT-BUET

Prof. Dr. Mohidus Samad Khan

Director, IAT–BUET
Professor, DChE-BUET

Conference Themes

ICATS 2027 will explore cutting-edge research and practical innovations across:

  • Sustainable industrial systems
  • Water, environment, and climate resilience
  • Appropriate technologies in LEs and SMEs
  • Community-focused appropriate technologies
  • Digital, smart and intelligent technologies for sustainability
  • Sustainable materials, products and process innovation
  • Policy, governance, and technology transfer

Expected Participants

  • International and national researchers
  • Industry leaders and technology innovators
  • Government agencies and development partners
  • Development partners and donor agencies
  • NGOs, entrepreneurs, and sustainability practitioners
  • Entrepreneurs and start-ups
  • Graduate students and early career researchers

Key Outcomes

  • High-impact conference proceedings
  • Special issue in a reputed Indexed Journal
  • Strategic partnerships and MoUs
  • Roadmaps for sustainable industrial and community technologies
  • Strengthening global network for Appropriate Technology and Sustainability
  • Enhanced visibility of BUET as a regional hub for sustainable innovation

Organizing Institution

Institute of Appropriate Technology (IAT)

IAT is a national leader in research, innovation, and capacity building in appropriate technology, sustainable engineering, and industrial transformation. With strong academic foundations and extensive industry linkages, IAT is uniquely positioned to host a conference of global significance.

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