International Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference (ETSC’26) Abstract Book

Advancing technology, population growth, and industrialization have accelerated the increase in energy demand both in our country and globally. From the perspective of sustainable energy, it is of vital importance to produce energy using new technologies that are environmentally friendly, preserve ecological balance, and ensure equitable sharing for all humanity. In today’s World, renewables are at the hub of almost all energy policy transitions to meet the increased energy needs within the global developing economy and technology. The risk of depletion and the negative environmental impact of fossil fuels, which currently meet a large portion of energy demand, impose significant limitations on their use. Conversely, due to the climate crisis and the greenhouse effect, the shift towards renewable and eco-friendly sustainable energy sources has accelerated. To provide solutions about the energy transition and sustainability, it is essential to conduct numerous R&D and P&D (Product Development) projects regarding both conventional and alternative energy sources.

The Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference, initiated by Istanbul Gedik University Energy Technologies Application and Research Center in 2024 and organized nationally in 2025, will be held internationally this year.

The aim of our conference, which is open to original academic studies from different branches of science on energy transition and sustainability, is to bring together scientists working in different disciplines, to ensure knowledge interaction between disciplines, and to draw the attention of the scientific world to qualified studies. I extend my gratitude to all the professors on the organizing team who contributed to the 1st International Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference, and to all university units that supported us throughout this process.

The abstract book published within the scope of the 1st International Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference (ETSC’26) is a unique academic compilation in terms of its content structure, thematic integrity, and interdisciplinary approach. Because it was held within the framework of Energy Efficiency Week, this work represents not only theoretical academic outputs but also the product of a strategic scientific platform where energy transition, sustainability, and efficiency policies are integrated with the current global agenda. This context is a significant element of originality that distinguishes the book from classic conference proceedings. 100 papers were presented at this conference. Abstracts of all presented papers are published in our abstract book.

I hope this conference will offer new insights into energy conversion and sustainability, guiding us toward a better future. I firmly believe that the concepts, results, and recommendations derived from this will illuminate the energy future of our nation.
You can reach the organization and publication details from https://etsc.gedik.edu.tr/.