International Conference on

Ecopoetics and Nature Writing (ICEPNW-26)

17th – 18th Oct 2026 | Linz, Austria | Hybrid Mode
Proudly organized by the : Institute for Global Academic Excellence (IGAE)

Conference Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.

SDG 4
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 11
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 13
SDG 13 Climate Action
SDG 15
SDG 15 Life on Land
SDG 16
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 17
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Track 01

Ecopoetics and the Human Experience

This track explores the intersection of ecopoetics and human emotions, examining how poetry reflects and shapes our understanding of nature. Participants are encouraged to discuss the role of poetic language in fostering a deeper connection to the environment.

Track 02

Nature Writing as a Form of Activism

This session focuses on the ways in which nature writing serves as a vehicle for environmental activism. Papers will analyze how literary forms can inspire action and raise awareness about ecological issues.

Track 03

The Aesthetics of Environmental Literature

This track invites discussions on the aesthetic dimensions of environmental literature, considering how beauty and form influence our perceptions of nature. Participants will investigate the role of artistic expression in environmental discourse.

Track 04

Poetic Landscapes: Mapping Ecological Narratives

This session examines how poetry can create and map ecological narratives that reflect the complexities of landscapes. Contributions will focus on the interplay between geography, identity, and environmental consciousness.

Track 05

Climate Writing: Voices from the Frontlines

This track seeks to highlight the voices of poets addressing climate change and its impacts through their work. Participants will explore how poetry can articulate the urgency of environmental crises and inspire collective action.

Track 06

Ecocriticism and Poetic Imagination

This session delves into ecocriticism as a lens for understanding poetic imagination in relation to ecological themes. Papers will discuss how poets engage with ecological concepts and challenge traditional literary boundaries.

Track 07

Green Humanities: Interdisciplinary Approaches

This track promotes interdisciplinary dialogue within the green humanities, focusing on how various fields intersect with poetry and environmental studies. Participants will explore collaborative methodologies that enrich our understanding of ecological literature.

Track 08

Cultural Representations of Nature in Poetry

This session investigates how different cultures represent nature in their poetic traditions. Contributions will analyze the cultural significance of these representations and their implications for contemporary environmental thought.

Track 09

The Role of Nature in Poetic Identity

This track examines how nature shapes poetic identity and influences the creative process. Participants will discuss the relationship between personal and ecological narratives in poetry.

Track 10

Environmental Aesthetics: The Poetic Response to Nature

This session focuses on environmental aesthetics and how poetry responds to the beauty and challenges of the natural world. Papers will explore the philosophical implications of aesthetic experiences in relation to ecological awareness.

Track 11

Poetry and the Anthropocene

This track addresses the role of poetry in articulating the complexities of the Anthropocene epoch. Participants will examine how contemporary poets respond to themes of human impact on the environment and envision sustainable futures.

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