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Call for Abstracts

Overview

The call for abstracts is open

The call for abstracts for the first European Renewable Heating and Cooling Conference (EU RHC) is now open. Submit your abstract by 20 November 2026 and present your research, projects or innovations to the European community in March 2027.

The EU RHC Conference brings together researchers, industry, utilities, policymakers and planners to advance renewable heating and cooling across Europe. As this is the first edition, your contribution will help set the tone and direction of a new European platform.
We invite abstracts that present original research, technological developments, practical experience and innovative projects.
Contributions may be scientific, technical, economic or policy oriented.

Topics

  • Solar Thermal
  • Biomass Heating Systems
  • Geothermal Energy
  • Heat Pumps
  • District Heating & Cooling
  • Renewable Cooling Solutions
  • Hybrid & Smart RHC-Soulutions for Buildings
  • Thermal Energy Storage
  • Industrial Process Heat
  • Applications in Buildings
  • Sector Coupling: Power & Heat
  • Policy & Regulatory Framework Conditions
  • Market Ramp-up & New Business Models
  • Capacity Building & Training Initiatives
  • Heat Concepts and Plans for Cities and Municipalities

Submission Guidelines

Abstracts shall be written in English and include short section addressing:
  • Full paper title
  • Full name, affiliation, address, e-mail and phone of one of the authors for all correspondence
  • For all other authors full name, affiliation and e-mail
  • Summary of the abstract
  • Applicable topic
  • Aim and approach used
  • Innovation and relevance
  • Results or preliminary results and conclusions

The total length should not be more than two A4 pages. We encourage authors to provide enough information to be evaluated correctly.

Note: All speakers need to register for the EU RHC Conference and pay the respective fee.

Submission via E-Mail

Be part of the first EU RHC Conference. Submit your abstract today and help deprive Europe's heat transition.

Send your abstract pdf to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Important Dates

  • Abstract submission opens: mid October
  • Submission deadline: 20th November
  • Notification of acceptance: mid December
  • Registration opens: 1st November

FAQ

Who can submit an abstract?

Anyone can submit: Researchers, engineers, industry professionals, utilities, planners and policymakers from all countries are welcome. Submissions from early-career professionals are especially encouraged.

What topics are accepted?

Any contribution on renewable heating and cooling, including solar thermal, heat pumps, district heating and cooling, thermal storage, geothermal energy, biomass heating systems, industrial process heat, system integration and policy and markets. For the full topic scope see the list above.

What language should the abstract be in?

Please submit in English only. It is the official conference language.

How long can the abstract be?

The abstract should be 1-2 pages long. Please include the aim and approach used, method, key results and conclusions.

How do I submit?

Please send your abstracts via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Can I submit more than one abstract?

Yes, you can submit multiple abstracts.

How are abstracts reviewed?

Each abstract is reviewed by members of the programme committee for relevance, quality, originality and practical or scientific impact. Commercial or purely promotional contributions cannot be accepted.

What is the deadline?

The deadline for submissions is November 20th.

When will I hear back?

Authors will be notified mid-December.

Do I need to register for the conference if my abstract is accepted?

Yes. All participants, including speakers, must register for the conference and pay the respective fee. Registration details are available here.

Can I present remotely?

No, the conference is in-person only.

Will my abstract be published?

This year's contributions will be published digitally in a Book of Abstracs. Contributing provides an opportunity to present your ongoing research and current projects to a broad scientific audience, exchange ideas and raise the visibility of your work. We are exploring further publication opportunities for future editions and welcome your papers to help shape the conference from its earliest stages.

Who do I contact with questions?

If any questions remain unanswered, please write an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We are happy to help!