2nd International Conference on Thermal Treatment and Resource Recovery (T2R2)
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Welcome to 2nd T2R2
Welcome to the Second International Conference on Thermal Treatment for Resource Recovery! This grand event brings together top researchers, industry experts, and policymakers, aiming to drive the continuous development of thermal treatment science and technology for more efficient and sustainable resource management. The conference focuses on cutting-edge research, explores advanced thermal treatment methods, and is committed to converting waste materials into valuable resources such as renewable energy and biofuels, while also taking into account environmental friendliness and economic feasibility.
The conference revolves around the following popular topics:
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Evolution of Advanced Pyrolysis Technology: Develop a new generation of pyrolysis reactors, explore new processes such as microwave-assisted pyrolysis, and enhance the yield and quality of bio-oil, biochar, and syngas.
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Intelligent Gasification Innovation: Optimize gasification performance by using intelligent sensing and control systems, promote the integration of gasification with energy storage and smart grids, and enhance the efficiency of combined heat and power (CHP) systems.
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Efficient Incineration and Energy Upgrade: Discuss efficient incineration technologies, optimize the design of waste-to-energy plants, explore advanced pollutant control technologies, and achieve a win-win situation for energy recovery and emission reduction.
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Diversified Treatment of Complex Wastes: Focus on emerging wastes such as microplastic pollution and end-of-life batteries, study hybrid thermal treatment processes, and provide customized treatment solutions.
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Next-Generation Environmental Protection Strategies: Explore technologies such as carbon capture and utilization and sustainable cooling systems, improve life cycle assessment methods, and reduce the environmental impact of thermal treatment.
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Policy-Driven and Market-Oriented Analysis: Analyze the impact of policies such as carbon taxes on the economic feasibility of projects, explore innovative business models, and facilitate technology promotion.
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Recycling and Utilization of High-Value Materials: Research advanced separation technologies to recover rare metals from thermal treatment by-products, and expand the high-value application scenarios of by-products such as biochar.
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Deepening the Integration of Circular Economy: Explore the collaborative paths between thermal treatment and other aspects of the circular economy, share successful cases, and build comprehensive waste management strategies.
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New Reactor Materials and Designs: Develop high-temperature-resistant and efficient reactor materials, and design scalable reactors suitable for different scale requirements.
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Digital Twin and Autonomous Treatment: Apply digital twin technology to optimize processes and train personnel, develop autonomous control systems, and achieve intelligent operation and maintenance.
We are delighted to invite you to the 2nd International Conference on Thermal Treatment and Resource Recovery (T2R2) on 14-17 December 2025 at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST).
Conference Awards (Sponsored by npj Materials Sustainability)
To recognize outstanding contributions, the following awards will be presented at the closing ceremony:
- Best Paper in Sustainability Award: Winning paper will receive an APC waiver for submission to the journal npj Materials Sustainability.
- Best Presentation Awards: Categories include Student, Early-Career Researcher, Sustainability, Materials Circularity, and Decarbonization Technology. Winners will receive certificates and Springer book vouchers.
- All awards will be judged by an expert international panel, and results will be announced during the closing session.
Conference Scope:
Thermochemical Processes and Renewable Energy
Materials Recovery and Value-added Utilization
Green Technologies and Net Zero Strategies
Resource Circularity and Carbon Neutrality
Techno-Economic Assessment and Carbon Emission Management, etc.
Call for papers (npj | materials sustainability)
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Confirmed Keynote Speaker:
- Prof. Nemkumar (Nemy) Banthia (University of British Columbia, Canada)
- Prof. Viktor Mechtcherine (TUD – Dresden University of Technology, Germany)
- Prof. Yan Zhuge (University of South Australia, Australia)
- Prof. Yamei Zhang (Southeast University, China)
- Prof. Guang Ye (Delft University of Technology, Netherlands)
- Prof. John Provis (Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland)
- Prof. Susan A Bernal (University of Bath, UK)
- Prof. Roya Maboudian (University of California, Berkeley, USA)
- Prof. Cise Unluer (University of Manchester, UK)
- Prof. Kejin Wang (Iowa State University, USA)
- Prof. Greeshma Gadikota (Columbia University, USA)
- Prof. Sze Dai Pang (National University of Singapore, Singapore)
- Prof. Wengui Li (University of New South Wales, Australia)
- Prof. Doo-Yeol Yoo (Yonsei University, Republic of Korea)
- Prof. Scott Chang (University of Alberta, Canada)
- Prof. William Mitch (Stanford University, USA)
- Prof. Daniel S. Alessi (University of Texas at Austin, USA)
- Prof. Jorg Rinklebe (University of Wuppertal, Germany)
- Prof. Eakalak Khan (University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA)
- Prof. Marjorie Valix (University of Sydney, Australia)
- Prof. Lee Blaney (University of Maryland Baltimore County, USA)
- Prof. Ondrej Masek (University of Edinburgh, UK)
- Prof. Yong Sik Ok (Korea University, South Korea)
- Prof. Yen Wah Tong (National University of Singapore, Singapore)
- Prof. Xinde Cao (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China)
- Prof. Shicheng Zhang (Fudan University, China)
- Prof. Wanqian Guo (Harbin Institute of Technology, China)
- Prof. Xianlai Zeng (Tsinghua University, China)
- Prof. Xiaoguang Duan (University of Adelaide, Australia) etc.
- A full list of speakers can be referred to the conference website: Programme & Speakers | t2r2
Online conference registration:
https://www.t2r2-2025.com/registration.
Registration fees can be conveniently paid through our online payment platform at: https://event-reg.hkust.edu.hk/hkust-mcp/checkout/188.
- Abstract submission deadline: 30 November 2025
- Registration deadline: 5 December 2025