The 14th Global Conference on Global Warming (GCGW-2026) is being held jointly by Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and Yıldız Technical University, Turkiye.

The three-day international scientific event brings together nearly 200 scientists, researchers, experts, and professionals from 30 countries. GCGW-2026 serves as an important platform for discussing current scientific challenges related to global warming and climate change, presenting new research findings, sharing best practices, and strengthening international academic cooperation.

The opening ceremony featured remarks by Prof. Vilayat Valiyev, Rector of AzTU and Honorary Chair of the Conference; Dr. Rizvan Nabiyev, Member of the Milli Majlis of the Republic of Azerbaijan; Prof. Ibrahim Dincer, Prof. of Yıldız Technical University and Professor Subhan Namazov, Vice-Rector of AzTU and Chair of the Conference.

The speakers highlighted the scientific significance of GCGW-2026 and emphasized that global warming and climate change are among the most pressing challenges of our time. They underlined the importance of advancing scientific approaches and innovative technologies, as well as strengthening international cooperation in addressing these challenges. It was also noted that, by bringing together scientists and experts from different countries, the conference creates opportunities for the exchange of new scientific ideas, knowledge, and experience and contributes to the development of future joint initiatives.

Following the opening ceremony, the conference continued with panel sessions.

The panel sessions featured presentations by Prof. Damia Barcelo, Honorary Professor at the Faculties of Chemistry and Physics of the University of Almería, Spain; Professor Fariborz Haghighat, Prof. of the Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering at Concordia University, Canada; Prof. Feridun Hamdullahpur, Prof. of the University of Waterloo, Canada; Dr. Uygar Durgunay, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ACWA and Dr. Rashail Ismayilov, Deputy Chairman of the Board of the Water and Land Reclamation Scientific Research Institute under the Azerbaijan State Water Resources Agency (ADSEA).

The discussions focused on a range of current scientific and practical issues, including the impacts of climate change, the transition to green energy, the sustainable management of energy and water resources, the reduction of carbon emissions, the transformation of energy systems, and the application of emerging technologies.

The multidisciplinary scientific programme of GCGW-2026 covers a broad range of topical areas, including renewable energy sources, hydrogen technologies, energy policy, energy efficiency, ecosystem protection, carbon emission reduction, and the application of artificial intelligence in the energy sector. During the scientific sessions, participants present and discuss their research findings in these areas.

A total of 125 scientific papers were submitted to the conference. The submitted papers underwent evaluation by international experts, and 85 papers were selected for presentation within the framework of GCGW-2026. Selected papers are expected to be published in internationally indexed scientific journals.

GCGW-2026 serves as an international platform that contributes to establishing new professional connections among scientists and researchers, developing joint projects and research initiatives, and advancing scientific knowledge in the fields of climate and energy.

Hosting this prestigious international scientific event at Azerbaijan Technical University is of particular importance for strengthening the University’s research capacity in sustainable development, green energy, and innovative technologies, expanding its participation in international academic networks, and further enhancing its position within the global scientific community.