September 28th-30th 2026 - Madrid, Spain

Oral presentations will last 15 minutes, including questions. The slides of the presentation may be in PowerPoint or pdf 16:9 format. Poster measurements will be the corresponding of an A0 (1189mm height x 841mm width). The authors will have to hold their posters the first day and remove it at the end of the conference

The Organizing Committee cordially invites you to participate in the 6th International Symposium on Catalysis for Clean Energy and Sustainable Chemistry to be held in Madrid, Spain, from 28th to 30th of September 2026. The spirit of the Organizing Committee of this International Symposium is to organize an encounter between scientists and industrialists worldwide with interest in the technological aspects of application of catalysis to the Sustainable Development. This symposium will help to review the present state of the art of these technologies and to discuss the possible future directions of evolution, and of course, how they can revert positively in the development of the society.

Call for abstracts

Key dates

January 15th, 2026

Call for abstracts open

April 30th, 2026

Abstracts submission deadline

June 15th, 2026

Abstract acceptation deadline

July 15th, 2026

Early bird registration deadline

September 28th, 2026

Congress

Scientific committee

Dr. A. C. Alba-Rubio

Clemson Univ., United States

Dr. S. Bezergianni

CERTH, Greece

Dr. J. M. Campos-Martín

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Prof. Dr. E. Castro

Jaén Univ., Spain

Prof. Dr. M. Escudero Escribano

ICN2, Spain

Prof. Dr. J. García Martínez

Alicante Univ., Spain

Dr. R. Guil-López

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Dr. F. Heras

UAM, Spain

Dr. F. Jaouen

Montpellier Univ., France

Dr. S. J. Khatib

Virginia Tech, United States

Prof. Dr. B. Likozar

National Inst. of Chemistry, Slovenia

Dr. D. Martín-Alonso

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Prof. Dr. J. A. Melero

URJC, Spain

Dr. R. Navarro Yerga

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Prof. Dr. Pedro L. Arias

UPV/EHU, Spain

Dr. F.J. Pérez Alonso

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Prof. Dr. P. Pizarro

URJC, Spain

Dr. M. Retuerto

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Dr. D. Ripepi

TNO, The Netherlands

Prof. Dr. S. Rojas

ICP-CSIC, Spain

Prof. Dr. E. Ruiz-Ramos

Jaén Univ., Spain

Prof. Dr. M.L. Testa

ISMN-CNR, Italy

Prof. Dr. J. W. Thybaut

Ghent University, Belgium

Dr. S. Tin

LIKAT, Germany

Prof. Dr. A. Züttel

EPFL, Switzerland

Organizing committee

Dr. Silvia Morales-delaRosa

ICP-CSIC, Co-Chair

Dr. Álvaro Tolosana-Moranchel

ICP-CSIC, Co-Chair

Dr. José Miguel Campos-Martín

ICP-CSIC

Dr. Nicole Dölker

ICP-CSIC

MSc Elena Gorostiza

ICP-CSIC

Dr. Rut Guil-López

ICP-CSIC

Dr. Marta Lara-Serrano

ICP-CSIC

Dr. David Martín Alonso

ICP-CSIC

Dr. Miguel A. Peña

ICP-CSIC

Dr. Patricia Reñones

ICP-CSIC

Prof. Dr. V. Laura Barrio

UPV-EHU

Prof. Dr. Pedro Maireles

Univ. Málaga

Guest speakers

Prof. Dr. Lourdes Vega

Prof. Lourdes Vega is a Full Professor in Chemical Engineering, and Director and Founder of the Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and Hydrogen (RICH Center) at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi, focused on clean energy, decarbonization (CCUS), hydrogen and sustainable fuels.

Prof. Dr. Y. Román-Leshkov

Professor Yuriy Román is currently the Robert T. Haslam (1911) Professor of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he has been part of the faculty since 2010. The focus of his research group lies at the interface of heterogeneous catalysis and materials design.

Prof. Dr. María Escudero Escribano

Prof. Dr. María Escudero is an ICREA Research Professor at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, and leader of the NanoElectrocatalysis and Sustainable Chemistry (NanoESC) Group, devoted to tailored electrochemical interfaces and nanomaterials for renewable energy conversion.

Keynotes

Energy transition insights: Integrating waste to fuel innovations for hard to abate industries

Eva Nanaki
New Technologies & Innovation Analyst in Helleniq Petroleum

AeH2 Census of Projects: An overview of the Spanish hydrogen sector from lab to market

Marina Holgado Dones

Storing the Energy of the Future: Science, Innovation and Impact from the Iberian Center for Research in Energy Storage

Dr. Juan María González Carballo
Senior Researcher

Dr. Rosa María Ladera Gallardo
Pilot plant engineer. Hydrogen & Power-to-X

Plenary Lectures

Engineering Electrocatalytic Interfaces for Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals

Prof. María Escudero
Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2)

Engineering Catalysts Across Scales: From Molecular Understanding to Industrial Energy Technologies

Prof. Dr. Lourdes F. Vega
Energy Institute and Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Electric Field-Enhanced Bronsted Acid Catalysis: Mechanistic Origins, Solvent Effects, and a Path to Scalable Reactors

Prof. Dr. Yuriy Román-Leshkov
Professor of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Programme

September, 28th

  • 13:00-15:15 | Registration
  • 15:30-16:30 | Opening ceremony
  • 15:30-16:30 | Plenary 1
  • 16:30-17:00 | Coffee break and poster session
  • 17:00-18:30 | Oral session 1
  • 18:30-19:00 | Keynote 1
  • 19:00-21:00 | Welcome reception

September, 29th

  • 08:30-09:30 | Plenary 2
  • 09:30-10:45 | Oral session 2
  • 10:45-11:15 | Coffee break and poster session
  • 11:15-13:30 | Oral session 3
  • 13:30-15:00 | Lunch
  • 15:00-15:30 | Keynote 2
  • 15:30-16:30 | Oral session 4
  • 16:30-17:00 | Coffee break and poster session
  • 17:00-18:30 | Oral session 5
  • 18:30-20:30 | Tourist activity

September, 30th

  • 08:30-09:30 | Plenary 3
  • 09:30-10:45 | Oral session 6
  • 10:45-11:15 | Coffee break and poster session
  • 11:15-13:30 | Oral session 7
  • 13:30-15:00 | Lunch
  • 15:00-15:30 | Keynote 3
  • 15:30-16:30 | Oral session 8
  • 16:30-17:00 | Coffee break and poster session
  • 17:00-18:30 | Oral session 9
  • 18:30-18:45 | Closing session
  • 20:30-23:00 | Gala dinner

Download full programme

About Madrid

Madrid is the vibrant capital of Spain, known for its rich history, lively culture, and stunning architecture. The city offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity — from the majestic Royal Palace and the historic Plaza Mayor to the modern skyscrapers of Cuatro Torres. Madrid is also famous for its world-class museums, such as the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza, which attract art lovers from around the globe. Beyond its monuments, Madrid’s nightlife, tapas bars, and friendly atmosphere make it one of the most welcoming cities in Europe.

Accommodation suggestions nearby

The Venue

Faculty of Medicine - Universidad Complutense de Madrid

The Faculty of Medicine of the Complutense University of Madrid was created on 8 July 1845. However, the Faculty of Medicine has much older origins, dating back to the medical studies that existed at the time of Cardinal Cisneros, in the late 15th or early 16th century, with 1496 being the most likely year of foundation. At that time, it was located in the city of Alcalá de Henares. The unique building is a site of cultural interest and is fully protected. The ‘Complutense spirit’ is of great importance to the Faculty of Medicine, permeating its way of being and, therefore, all its activities, driving it to look to the future, based on a history of more than five hundred years, and to progress constantly.

How to get there

Contact

Full Meeting S.L.
(Technical Secretary)

Registration & Payment

Contact: Concha Díaz
Ph: +34 669792431

ccesc26@fullmeeting.com

Programme information

ccesc26@icp.csic.es

Abstract submission & information

abstracts.ccesc26@icp.csic.es

Registration

Category

Standard

Student

Early bird Fee

670€

600€

Regular Fee

800€

700€

Registration includes full access, coffee breaks, welcome cocktail and gala dinner.
VAT included in fees.
Student fee requires proof of enrollment in an official study program and communication defense.
Early bird fee: before July 15th, 2026


Payment Information

  • Payment Method: Bank transfer to FULL MEETING S.L.
  • IBAN: ES2800730100590132156681

Reference: CCESC26 – Name of the registered person / ID Abstract number and Company name.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations before March 30, 2026: 90% refund.
  • Cancellations before July 30, 2026: 50% refund.
  • No refunds will be issued after July 31, 2026.

Once we receive the proof of transfer by email ccesc26@fullmeeting.com we will confirm your registration by email.


REGISTRATION

Submit an abstract

Call for Abstracts: January 15th, 2026 - May 18th, 2026

Oral presentations will last 15 minutes including questions. The slides of the presentation may be in PowerPoint or pdf 16:9 format. Poster measurements will be the corresponding of an A0 (1189mm height x 841mm width). The authors will have to hold their posters the first day and remove it at the end of the conference

EES Catalysis and Sustainable Energy & Fuels are each providing a Best Poster Presentation prize,
which consists of a signed certificate and a £150 (~€175) cash prize.

Abstract submission instructions

  1. Prepare the abstract. Prepare your abstract following the instructions provided in this template file (download file) regarding text formatting, font type, and font size.
  2. Submit the abstract by email. Send an email to abstracts.ccesc26@icp.csic.es with the abstract file(s) attached in MS Word format. The email body must include the following information:
    • Title: Same title as in the abstract file(s).
    • Preferred Presentation Format: Oral or Poster.
    • Keywords: Maximum of three keywords.
    • Topic and Subtopic: Select one topic and one subtopic (see table below).
    • Speaker/Presenter: The author who will be registered to attend the congress and who will deliver the oral presentation or present the poster.
  3. Confirmation of receipt. You will receive a confirmation email with a unique ID number for each submitted abstract. This ID will be required during the registration process.
  4. Registration. The speaker/presenter must be registered and must pay the registration fees in accordance with the organization’s specifications and deadlines, after notification of abstract acceptance. Each fully registered participant may present a maximum of two abstracts, of which only one may be selected for oral presentation.

Abstract acceptance will be based on the recommendations of the Scientific Committee and will be communicated before June 15th, 2026.

TOPICS

Biorefinery processes

  • Chemo-catalytic processes for the valorization of biomass and bio-wastes.
  • Thermo-catalytic processes for waste valorization into bio-fuels and bio-products.
  • Strategies for the transformation of platform chemicals.
  • Techno-economic and Life Cycle Analysis.

Hydrogen: production, storage and uses

  • Hydrogen and bio-syngas production and transformation (e-fuels).
  • Fuel Cells and Electrocatalysis.
  • Hydrogen storage and transport.

Novel trends in catalysis

  • Non-thermal catalytic processes (Photo, MW,...).
  • CO2 as raw material.
  • Synthesis and advanced characterization.
  • Mechanistic studies and development of kinetic models.
  • Modelling and AI approaches in catalysis.

Accepted abstracts will be published in the Conference Proceedings Book (digital format).
Selected contributions among the accepted abstracts will be invited to submit a full manuscript to a special issue of Catalysis Today (Q1) dedicated to this congress, under the standard peer-review process. An invitation to submit a manuscript does not guarantee publication, which will depend on the journal reviewers’ evaluation.
The Scientific Committee will award the Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster Presentation.