Indian Institute of Management Shillong

12th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

ON SUSTAINABILITY
S US CON XI I

TH E M E


20th - 22nd Nov, 2025

K N OW M O R E

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In tro duc to ry n o te o n S US CO N
In the last eighteen years since inception, IIM Shillong has kept alive and
strengthened its intellec tual and moral commitment to the overarching cause of
integrating Sustainability into every aspec t of its academic programmes and
initiatives covering all aspec ts of human endeavour. SUSCON, the flagship event of the
Institute, is not just a Conference or another academic ac tivity, it is a movement that
has created a platform for dialogues and deliberations at a local, national as well as
global level. It aspires towards creating a value -based, humane and sustainable future
for business, academia, Government , civil society groups, NGOs and thinkers and
prac titioners covering all disciplines of management and beyond to include all other
domains of pursuit of knowledge and prac tice. It dreams of leaving behind for
posterity ethically driven business organizations, a sane and happy society, and a
sustainable planet ear th to be created by visionary, conscientious and inspired leaders
of thought and ac tion from enlightened academic and research institutions.

Over the years, many eminent personalities from the world over have shared their
valuable insights on various aspec ts of Sustainability. SUSCON has been blessed by the
presence of Bharat Ratna Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam, former President of India, Padma
Bhushan Dr. Sundarlal Bahuguna, Jadab Payeng, the Forest Man of India, Dasho Karma
Ura, the President of Centre for Bhutan Studies and Gross National Happiness (GNH),
and Padma Shri Shyam Sundar Paliwal as our Chief Guests among many others.

In tro duc tio n to SU S CO N XI I

SUSCON-XII at IIM Shillong continues its unwavering commitment to environmental
sustainability by focusing on the critical and timely theme of "Decarbonizing
Development ." Building on the momentum of SUSCON-XI, which envisioned a climate
positive world through carbon removal and restorative strategies, this edition turns
the lens towards transforming development pathways to radically reduce carbon
emissions at their source.

D ecarbo n iz in g D eve l op m e n t
The theme of SUSCON-XII, "Decarbonizing Development ," invites reflec tion on how
economic progress can be uncoupled from carbon emissions without compromising
human well-being, equity, and prosperity. It challenges conventional grow th models
and calls for reimagining development in a way that internalizes environmenta l costs,
prioritizes low- carbon innovation, and aligns with planetary boundaries.

Where SUSCON-X set the stage with “Revisit , Revive, Restore” and
SUSCON-XI carried for ward the vision of a “Climate Positive World,”
SUSCON-XII represents a strategic evolution—focusing not just on carbon
removal, but on systemic decarbonization. This involves reshaping energy systems,
industries, urban infrastruc tures, finance, and lifestyles to reduce carbon dependency
fundamentally.

The call to decarbonize development arises from the escalating climate crisis marked
by global warming, resource depletion, and growing socio - environmental inequities.
Decarbonizing development goes beyond mitigation; it integrates sustainability into
the core of economic planning, policymaking, and business models—turning
environmental responsibility into a driver of innovation and inclusive grow th.

SUSCON-XII aspires to be a confluence of thought leaders, prac titioners, academicians,

policymakers, entrepreneurs, and youth—coming together to share knowledge,
co - create solutions, and forge alliances for decarbonized futures. By enabling
dialogue across domains and disciplines, the conference will highlight best prac tices,
research insights, innovative technologies, and policy frameworks that can enable
low- carbon, high-impac t development .

Decarbonizing development is not an option—it is a necessity. At SUSCON-XII, we

reaffirm our collec tive responsibility to build pathways that are not only economically
viable and socially inclusive but also ecologically sustainable. Through this shared
commitment , we move closer to a world where development does not cost the planet .

Sub - th em es
The conference provides a global platform for engaging in dialogues and deliberations
to address the issues and challenges around the following indicative sub - themes:

1. Low- Carbon Pathways for Econ omic Grow th: Exploring models and strategies for
decoupling economic development from carbon emissions across sec tors.

2. Clean En ergy Transitions an d Elec trification: Innovations, policies, and

investments driving the shift from fossil fuels to renewable and sustainable energy
systems.
3. Green In dustry, Infrastruc ture, an d Mobility : Decarbonizing manufac turing,
urban development , transpor t , and supply chains through technology and design.

4. Nature -Based an d Circular Solutions: Leveraging ecosystems, regenerative

prac tices, and circular economy principles to reduce carbon footprints.

5. Climate Finan ce an d Policy for J ust Transition: Enabling decarbonization through

equitable policies, green investments, carbon pricing, and inclusive financial
mechanisms.

6. Behavioral Chan ge, Education, an d Community Ac tion: The role of

individuals, institutions, and civil society in promoting low- carbon
lifestyles and sustainability mindsets
* * Topics from management domains not explicitly covered above but linked to the
con ference theme are also welcomed * *

Keyn ote speakers: To be ann oun ced

Call for papers, posters, an d workin g projec ts/prototypes

• Submission type
SUSCON XII invites academicians, research scholars, and corporate/ industry
executives to submit:
▪ Research Paper
▪ Literature Review
▪ Case Study
▪ Con ceptual Paper
▪ Poster
▪ Workin g Projec t/Prototypes
On one or more of the sub - themes mentioned above.

• Submission process
Authors can submit their extended abstrac ts up to 1000 words in the given
format; < Click Here > the word limit is not applicable to the tables and figures.
Authors wishing to submit multiple papers will have to submit them separately.

Authors can also submit their posters and videos of working projec ts/prototypes
using the given submission por tal.

Abstra c t submission por tal: < Cl ick Here >

All papers must be original and not previously submitted for any other conference
or journal. Authors must follow the Publication Manual of the American
Psychological Association (APA), Seventh Edition (2020), while preparing their
manuscript . The similarity of the text must not exceed 15% .

• Mode of presentation
SUSCON XII will be conduc ted in hybrid mode. Indian par ticipants will present
papers physically at the IIM Shillong campus. International par ticipants may
present their papers vir tually (Optional). Vir tual option is also available for the
projec t/prototype presentations from Indian par ticipants.
Impor tant dates

Last date for abstrac t/projec t/poster submission 16 .08 . 2025

Decision on the submissions 15.09. 2025

Registration Begins 16 .09. 2025

Registration Closes 19.10. 2025

Conference Dates 20.11. 2025 to 22 .11. 2025

Registration details

Par ticipants Registration fee

Corporate/Academicians Rs. 8000 per par ticipant + 18% GST

Research Scholars/Students Rs. 5000 per par ticipant + 18% GST

International Par ticipants $115 + 18% GST

The registration fee encompasse s all conference materials, and full catering
ser vices—including lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and dinner—across the two - day
event . The third day is reser ved for the trip to tourist attrac tions in Meghalaya. Please
note that accommodation is not included in the registration package. Par ticipants are
responsible for securing their own lodging arrangements.

Publication par tn ers:

Publication of Conference Proceedings

The selec ted papers will be published in the IIMS Journal of Management Science.

Conta c t details:

Conference Email: sus- con@iimshillong. ac .in

Conference Website:
https: //www.iimshillong. ac .in/events-and- conferences/conferences/suscon

Phone no: 0364 -2308000

Address: Indian Institute of Management Shillong, Umsawli, Shillong,

793018 , Meghalaya, India

Advisory Board

• Conferen ce Patron: Prof. Naliniprava Tripathy, Direc tor (I/C), Indian Institute of
Management , Shillong

• Organizin g Committee

▪ Conferen ce Chair
Prof. Kailash Choudhary

▪ Committee Members
Prof. Achinta Kr. Sarmah
Prof. Pradeep Rathore
Prof. Sharad Nath Bhattacharya
Prof. Subhadip Mukherjee
Prof. Varnita Srivastava

In formatio n to Pa r t i ci pa n t s
About IIM Shillon g
IIM Shillong, the seventh IIM in India, has been set up with a vision to become an
internationally recognized Management Institute with a Global outlook grounded in
Indian values. From its inception, it has been constantly working towards a lofty
mission to generate and disseminate knowledge in all aspec ts of management
education with a focus on Sustainability and building innovative leadership.

Travellin g to Shillon g
Surrounded by verdant hills, Shillong of fers a beautiful panoramic view of the graceful
scenic countryside. Shillong can be reached by taxi from Guwahati airpor t/railway
station, which is about 120 km away. Guwahati Airpor t is well- connec ted to many
major cities in India, including Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
Helicopter ser vices are also available between Guwahati and Shillong. Shillong is
con nec ted to Assam, Manipur, Tripu ra, West Bengal, and New Delhi by direc t flights.