The Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environmental, and Social Standards (CE-sPESS), in collaboration with the School of Environmental Sciences (SOES) and the Directorate of General Studies (DGS), Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), proudly announces the 2nd International Conference on Procurement, Environmental, and Social Standards (ICPES 2025).
Conference Theme
“Achieving Sustainable and Resilient Livelihoods in the Face of Climate Change” — This conference aims to address sustainability challenges by providing an interdisciplinary platform for academics, policymakers, practitioners, and industry experts to engage, share innovative research, and explore practical solutions for a sustainable future.
Conference Dates & Venue
- Date: November 18 – 21, 2025
- Venue: Gender Building, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria
- Mode of Presentation: Hybrid – Virtual and Physical
Call for Papers
Authors and researchers are invited to submit original full papers for oral or poster presentation. Papers should not exceed 8 pages, including figures and tables. Selected papers may be considered for publication in a special issue of a peer-reviewed journal.
- Submission Opens: September 1, 2025
- Submission Deadline: October 10, 2025
- Paper Template: Download Here
Pre-Conference Workshop
Arrival and hands-on workshops will be held on Monday, 17th November 2025, focusing on selected topics in Environmental and Sustainable Procurement. Workshop registration details will be provided on the conference website.
Highlights
- Panel discussion on bridging the skills gap in Procurement and Sustainability in Nigeria.
- Product exhibitions from sustainability-driven companies and entrepreneurs.
- Hybrid presentations – giving room for both virtual and physical participation.
Registration Fees
| Participants Category | Early Registration: September 1st, 2025 |
Late Registration: October 28th, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Local | ₦40,000 | ₦45,000 |
| International | $250 | $300 |
| Students | ₦30,000 | ₦35,000 |
| International Students | $100 | $120 |
Payment information and further details are available on the conference website.
Conference Hosts
- Chief Host: Prof. N.N. Oti, Vice-Chancellor, FUTO
- Host: Prof. G. Chukwudebe, Director, CE-sPESS