International Conference on

Poetry and the Environment (ICPAET-27)

Conference Date

20th Jan - 21st Jan 2027

Conference Venue

Venice, Italy

Conference Mode

Hybrid Conference
Proudly organized by:- Science Leagues

"Join global experts in Poetry and the Environment"

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Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 20–21 January 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 4, 11, 12, 13, 15 and 16
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

20 JAN 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Ecopoetics: The Intersection of Poetry and Environmental Thought
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track explores the role of ecopoetics in shaping contemporary environmental discourse through poetic forms. Participants will examine how poetry can articulate ecological concerns and inspire action towards sustainability.

    Track 02
    Nature Writing: Crafting the Poetic Landscape
    15
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the art of nature writing, this session invites discussions on how poets depict natural landscapes and their significance. The interplay between language and environment will be critically analyzed to reveal deeper ecological insights.

    Track 03
    Climate Change and the Poetic Response
    1311
    Track Overview

    This track addresses the urgent theme of climate change as reflected in contemporary poetry. Scholars will investigate how poets respond to environmental crises and the implications of their work for public awareness and activism.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Environmental Humanities: Bridging Literature and Ecology
    415
    Track Overview

    Participants will explore the contributions of the environmental humanities to understanding the relationship between literature and ecological issues. This session aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue on how poetry can enrich environmental studies.

    Track 05
    Poetic Landscapes: Imagining Nature through Verse
    15
    Track Overview

    This track examines the concept of poetic landscapes and how they shape our understanding of nature. Through close readings and analyses, participants will discuss the aesthetic and emotional dimensions of nature in poetry.

    Track 06
    Green Writing: Literature as a Tool for Environmental Advocacy
    1311
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the role of poetry as a medium for environmental activism and advocacy. Participants will explore how poetic expression can mobilize communities and influence environmental policy.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

21 JAN 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Sustainability and Culture: Poetic Reflections
    1215
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the cultural dimensions of sustainability as expressed through poetry. Discussions will center on how poets reflect and critique cultural practices related to environmental stewardship.

    Track 08
    Literary Activism: Poetry as a Catalyst for Change
    1316
    Track Overview

    This session will explore the concept of literary activism, emphasizing the power of poetry to provoke social and environmental change. Participants will analyze case studies of poets who have engaged with pressing ecological issues.

    Track 09
    Environmental Aesthetics: The Beauty of Nature in Poetry
    15
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the aesthetic dimensions of environmental poetry, examining how beauty and nature are intertwined in poetic expression. Participants will discuss the implications of aesthetic appreciation for environmental awareness.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Nature and Literature: Historical Perspectives
    415
    Track Overview

    This session will provide a historical overview of the relationship between nature and literature, focusing on how poetry has evolved in response to changing environmental contexts. Scholars will trace the development of ecopoetic themes across different literary movements.

    Track 11
    Poetic Nature: The Interplay of Form and Environment
    415
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the relationship between poetic form and environmental themes, exploring how structure influences the representation of nature. Participants will engage in discussions about the formal qualities that enhance ecological understanding in poetry.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 12 Responsible Consumption and Production 13 Climate Action 15 Life on Land 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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