International Student Conference 2027

“Powering the Future: Youth Driving Innovation for Sustainable and Inclusive Energy Futures”

25-30 January 2027

Parahyangan Catholic University (UNPAR) in Indonesia is hosting the International Student Conference (ISC) in collaboration with INU.  In 2027, the conference will have the theme of “Powering the Future: Youth Driving Innovation for Sustainable and Inclusive Energy Futures”

About the ISC

International Student Conference (ISC) is an annual event that acts as a platform for international students from all over the world held by Parahyangan Catholic University which combines class-based activities in the form of workshops and lectures and field-based activities in the form of site visit and cultural activities.

Our 2027 theme is:  Powering the Future: Youth Driving Innovation for Sustainable and Inclusive Energy Futures

The programme explores three interconnected themes:

• Energy and Me: Understanding the Hidden Energy Behind Everyday Life
• People and Energy Futures: Connecting Global Goals with Local Realities
• Indonesia as an Energy Living Lab: Community, Innovation, and Circular Futures

The theme explores the concept that energy is not simply about technology or electricity generation. It is also about how we live, the choices we make, and how communities experience the opportunities and challenges of energy transitions. The programme will include interactive keynote lectures, interdisciplinary workshops, engagement with UN Indonesia, and experiential learning through site visits.

 One of the highlights will be a visit to PT Geo Dipa Energi’s Patuha geothermal site, where students will explore Indonesia’s renewable energy development firsthand. It is also expected there will be community-based learning activities focused on waste management, circular economy practices, and local sustainability initiatives.

The conference will conclude with our Youth Energy Living Lab Challenge, where international teams will develop and pitch practical ideas responding to challenges they have encountered throughout the programme. We hope this will be particularly appealing to students from different academic disciplines, as the conference brings together technology, sustainability, international development, social innovation, and community perspectives.

Further information is here:  International Student Conference

Date           25-30 January 2027

Location   : Bandung and Jakarta, Indonesia

Early Bird Registration fee (by 17 October 2026) is $450 (Please see above poster to see details of what is covered in this fee)

How to apply

If you are a student at an INU member university and would be interested in joining the ISC, please do contact the INU Coordinator (inu@kingston.ac.uk) for further information.

Students are recommended to contact the International Office at their home institution for support and guidance on applying and funding opportunities available.

The deadline for applications are below:

Early bird discount fee ($450):  18th October 2026 for INU member students