Researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and innovators are invited to participate in the 2nd International Conference on Responsible Electronics and Circular Technologies (REACT 2026), taking place on 17-18 November 2026 at the Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC), University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. The conference will bring together leading experts from across academia and industry to explore the latest developments in sustainable electronics, circular economy practices, and green technology solutions
REACT 2026 provides a unique platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration across the electronics value chain, from materials and manufacturing through to product design, recycling, policy, and business innovation. Delegates can look forward to an exciting programme featuring keynote presentations, industry pitches, panel discussions, networking opportunities, poster sessions, and exhibitions showcasing cutting-edge research and technologies.
Submit Your Research
The conference is now inviting abstracts for oral and poster presentations covering all aspects of sustainable and green electronics. Topics include:
- Electronics design for circularity
- Sustainable electronic materials and additive manufacturing
- Critical raw materials and urban mining
- Sustainable electronics manufacturing and industry initiatives
- Green data centre technologies
- Digital product passports and lifecycle tracking
- Business, policy, and regulatory frameworks
- Repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing, and value retention strategies
Accepted contributions will have the opportunity to be published in open-access conference proceedings, providing valuable visibility for research and innovation in this rapidly growing field. Authors may also have the opportunity to expand their work for submission to a special issue of IOP Sustainability Science and Technology.
The extended abstract submission deadline is 23 August 2026, making now the ideal time to share your latest research with an international and interdisciplinary audience.=
Hear from World-Class Speakers
REACT 2026 will feature an impressive line-up of keynote and invited speakers, including:
- Professor Mike Berners-Lee, Founder and Director of Small World Consulting and Professor at Lancaster University
- Dr Nils F. Nissen, Head of Environmental & Reliability Engineering at Fraunhofer IZM
- Dr Margreet de Kok, Senior Researcher and Project Manager at TNO Eindhoven-Holst Centre
- Professor Frances Wall, University of Exeter and President of the Royal Geological Society of Cornwall
- Professor Ian Williams, University of Southampton and leading expert in waste and resource management
Their insights will help shape discussions around sustainability, climate impact, critical materials, circular economy approaches, and the future of responsible electronics.
Join the Conversation
Whether you are presenting research, seeking collaboration opportunities, or looking to understand the latest developments in sustainable electronics, REACT 2026 offers a valuable opportunity to connect with experts from across the sector. The event is designed to foster partnerships between academia, industry, and policymakers while highlighting practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing the electronics industry today.
Registration is now available, with discounted rates for students, making the conference accessible to researchers at all career stages.
For more information, submission details, and registration, visit: https://www.react.ac.uk/conference