CULSA 2026 · 1st National Conference
A multidisciplinary national platform organized by the Student Innovation Council (SIC), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus — the “Hub of Analytics”.
About the Conference & University
The 1st National Conference on “Sustainability in Action: Learning, Living, Innovating and Growing for a Greener Planet” (CULSA 2026) aims to bring together academicians, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, students, innovators, and sustainability practitioners to explore meaningful pathways towards a sustainable future. The conference provides a multidisciplinary platform for sharing knowledge, research findings, innovative practices, and actionable solutions addressing contemporary environmental, social, technological, and economic challenges.
About the University & Campus: CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was established in 1969 following the educational vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a pioneering educationist and social reformer. The institution has grown into a multidisciplinary university offering UG, PG, and PhD programmes across Commerce, Law, Data Science, Management, and Humanities. The Pune Lavasa Campus, established in 2014, is nestled amidst the Sahyadri hills and is recognised as the “Hub of Analytics”, providing a digitally advanced and collaborative learning environment.
Emphasising the transition from awareness to action, CULSA 2026 connects research and practice directly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering academia–industry–government partnerships.
Official Media & Publications
Explore the official CULSA 2026 conference brochure and poster below. Flip through all 5 brochure pages or download high-resolution copies for reference.
Official promotional poster with the conference date, timings (10:00 AM – 05:00 PM), venue (CHRIST College Pune) and a submission QR code.
Comprehensive 5-page guide containing university profile, committee members, 4 SDG track themes, submission guidelines, registration fees, and bank payment link.
Event Highlights
Twelve pillars that define the spirit and structure of this conference.
Bringing together academicians, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, innovators, and students.
Transforming sustainability concepts into practical and measurable actions.
Research papers, case studies, best practices, and innovative solutions.
AI, IoT, data analytics, renewable energy, and emerging technologies.
Sustainability-focused teaching, research, and skill development.
Sustainable lifestyles, circular economy, waste management, and resource conservation.
Climate change, biodiversity, ecosystem protection, and disaster resilience.
Responsible business models, ESG practices, green entrepreneurship, and social innovation.
Connecting research and practice with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Developing scalable and implementable sustainability solutions.
Encouraging students and young researchers to showcase ideas and projects.
Encouraging practical collaborative initiatives for a greener planet.
Track Themes
Promoting inclusive and meaningful education that builds knowledge, skills and awareness for sustainable development.
Exploring renewable energy, energy efficiency and innovative solutions for a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
Encouraging sustainable innovation, resilient infrastructure and technology-driven solutions to address emerging environmental and societal challenges.
Strengthening climate awareness, resilience and collective action to address climate change and build a sustainable future.