INDIAN CLIMATE CONGRESS
Advancing climate awareness, sustainability, environmental research, innovation, and collaborative action for a greener and resilient future through scientific dialogue, policy engagement, and public participation.
About Indian Climate Congress
The Indian Climate Congress (ICC) is a national platform dedicated to climate awareness, scientific advancement, sustainability, environmental innovation, and global harmony through research, education, and collaborative action.
Genesis of ICC
The Indian Climate Congress functions under the Satyasai Charitable and Educational Trust (SCET), Cuttack, Odisha (Regd. No.- 4352/451/1999). The organization was founded with the vision of creating a strong scientific platform to address climate change challenges through research, technology, innovation, and public awareness.
The idea was initiated by eminent Agricultural Scientist of India, Prof. Dr. Sanjay Kumar Samantarai, Alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, Former Dean of OUAT Bhubaneswar, and Former Chief Engineer & Director WALMI, Water Resources Department, Government of Odisha.
His vision was to establish an annual climate congress where scientists, researchers, innovators, students, and policymakers could collaborate to solve climate-related problems and contribute towards environmental sustainability and world peace.
Founder's Vision
“To advance science and technology for environmental protection, sustainable development, and a cleaner, greener future for humanity.”
Since 2009, ICC has been promoting climate research, sustainability awareness, and scientific collaboration across India.
Key Objectives
- Advance and promote science and technology in India.
- Organize annual climate congress meetings across India.
- Publish proceedings, books, journals, and educational resources.
- Provide a national platform for scientists, researchers, and students.
- Promote clean and green initiatives through plantation drives.
- Strengthen scientific collaboration and ICC membership activities.
National Climate Movement Since 2009
Indian Climate Congress was inaugurated on National Science Day in 2009. The first Climate Congress meeting was held from 28 February to 2 March 2009 at NM Institute of Engineering & Technology, Bhubaneswar under Biju Patnaik University of Technology. With a modest beginning, ICC has successfully organized multiple climate congress meetings and continues its mission from Jalabayu Bhavan, Mahanadi Vihar, Cuttack, Odisha.
National Seminars, Conferences & Workshops
Since 2009, the Indian Climate Congress (ICC) has continuously organized national seminars, workshops, and scientific conferences focused on climate change, biodiversity, sustainability, environmental management, and global climate action.
| Sl. No. | National Seminar / Conference / Workshop Conducted | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Seminar on Climate Change Issues & Mitigation Priorities | 28.02.09 – 02.03.09 | NMIET, Bhubaneswar |
| 2 | Nation Workshop on Climate Change | 28.02.10 – 01.03.10 | Sarala Bhawan, Cuttack |
| 3 | National Workshop on Biodiversity Conservation under Climate Change | 27.02.11 – 28.02.11 | Biju Patnaik Film & TV Institute, Cuttack |
| 4 | National Symposium on Sustaining Agricultural Production and Food Security under Changing Climate | 11.11.11 – 12.11.11 | Hotel Bari International, Bhubaneswar |
| 5 | National Workshop on Forests for Sustainable Livelihood under Climate Change | 17.06.12 – 18.06.12 | Sarala Bhawan, Cuttack |
| 6 | National Workshop on Biodiversity Conservation under Climate Change | 11.11.12 – 12.11.12 | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 7 | National Seminar on Emerging Climate Change Issues and Sustainable Management Strategies | 08.02.14 – 10.02.14 | Ravenshaw University, Cuttack |
| 8 | National Seminar on “Climate Change Impact & Sustainable Management Strategies” | 14.03.15 – 16.03.15 | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 9 | National Seminar on “Water Resources Management in the Context of Climate Change Growing India” | 27.02.17 – 01.03.17 | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 10 | National Seminar on Climate Change & World Peace | 27.12.18 – 29.12.18 | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 11 | National Seminar on Climate Change & World Peace | 27.12.19 – 29.12.19 | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 12 | National Seminar on Understanding and Addressing Climate Change | 25.01.2025 | Conference Hall of the Eye Lioz Hospital, Cuttack, Odisha |
| 13 | Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science, Innovation, and Climate Action for Viksit Bharat | 28.02.2025 | Synergy Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
Prof. Dr. Sanjay Kumar Samantarai
“Science, sustainability, and collective action are the foundations for building a cleaner, greener, and peaceful future.”