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The Executive Committee of the EAERE Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative (DEI) is glad to announce an hybrid workshop on the topic of "En-Gender Circular Bioeconomy Innovation in the EU" to be held at University of Ferrara (Santa Lucia Auditorium, via L. Ariosto 35, Ferrara, Italy) on April 9-10, 2025.
About the Workshop
The event is part of a series of workshops organised by the EAERE DEI Executive Committee in collaboration with the University of Ferrara in 2025 and 2026.
The European Green Deal and the green transition underscore bioenergy as a critical pathway toward achieving climate neutrality. In this context, the integration of eco-innovation and gender dimensions is essential for a just, inclusive, and sustainable transition. This workshop invites scholars, researchers, and early-career academics to explore the intersections of bioenergy, eco-innovation, and gender equity, focusing on innovative solutions to decarbonize energy systems, foster rural development, and advance the circular economy.
Through interdisciplinary discussions, the workshop seeks to identify policy recommendations and strategies to enhance the integration of bioenergy into Europe’s green economy, ensuring that the energy transition benefits all.
Call for papers
We welcome papers addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Bioenergy Innovations: Contributions to achieving the European Green Deal’s climate and sustainability targets.
- Gender Dimensions in Bioenergy: The role of gender-sensitive policymaking and innovation in shaping equitable energy transitions.
- Cross-Sectoral Synergies: Interactions between bioenergy, eco-innovation, and other renewable energy sectors.
- Case Studies and Empirical Research: Demonstrating transformative potential, such as:
- Reducing carbon emissions through bioenergy technologies
- Building innovation ecosystems in rural and urban settings
- Ensuring inclusive economic growth opportunities.
- Policy Recommendations: Strategies for integrating bioenergy into Europe’s circular bioeconomy while addressing gender and socio-economic challenges.
We encourage interdisciplinary contributions that bridge technical, social, economic, and policy perspectives.
Please submit abstracts of 300-500 words including:
- Title, author names, affiliations, and keywords;
- File titled as "engendereu_yourname" (PDF only accepted);
- Email at nfrfbl@unife.it
The submission deadline is Febuary 10, 2025 midnight CET.
Keynote Lectures
The Keynote lectures will be given by Professor Sevilla Almudena, LSE Department of Social Policy, and Professor Pelin Demirel, Imperial College London.
Agenda
Wednesday, April 9
9:00 - 9:30 Registration
9:30 - 10:30 Keynote: Prof. Almudena Sevilla
10:30 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00-12:45 First Paper session
12:45-13:45 Lunch break
13:45-15:00 Second paper session
15:00-15:30 Coffee break
15:30-17:00 Networking Ice Breaking
19:30 Social Dinner
Thursday, April 10
9:00-9:30 Registration
9:30-10:30 Keynote: Prof. Demirel Pelin
10:30-11:00 Coffee break
11:00-12:45 Third Paper session
12:45-13:45 Lunch break
13:45-15:00 Fourth Paper Session
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: February 10, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: March 10, 2025
Full Paper Submission Deadline: March 30, 2025
Further information
For further information please contact: nfrfbl@unife.it
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