12th Annual Conference

The University of Wisconsin-Madison will host the 12^th Annual Environmental Politics & Governance Conference on the beautiful shores of Lake Mendota in the summer of 2026. This conference draws scholars from around the world to share cutting-edge research, engage in discussions, and form lasting professional connections.

Located in America’s upper Midwest, Madison is Wisconsin’s Capital—a small city built on an isthmus between five lakes that blends vibrant urban energy with stunning natural beauty.

Conference Format

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EPG Conferences are small, intense, and dynamic. The event showcases outstanding research, offers scholars valuable feedback to improve work in progress, and provides an opportunity to build and strengthen professional networks.

The conference will host approximately 40-50 participants, with all attendees staying at the same hotel. The conference will include a mix of panel and poster sessions; there will be no keynotes or roundtable discussions, which keeps the focus entirely on participant presentations. All participants take part in every session.

The conference is also intensely social, offering ample time for casual conversation. Participants take all meals together, and evenings feature off-site dinners and social time.

Discover the EPG Network and its annual conferences, which bring together scholars working on environmental politics and governance.

location & venue

University of Wisconsin

Our main venue will be the The University of Wisconsin's Pyle Center, ideally situated on the scenic shores of Lake Mendota. Participants will enjoy panoramic lake views along with research presentations.

Befitting its host institution, the 12^th EPG will emphasize the Wisconsin Idea: the principle that a university’s research ought to benefit the world beyond campus, and that academic expertise can and should help address societal problems.

Conference Chair: Prof. Manuel P. Teodoro

Visiting Madison

Steps from the Pyle Center, visitors can explore bustling State Street's shops and restaurants or tour the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol. Outdoor enthusiasts will find over 200 miles (320 km) of cycling and hiking trails in Madison. Wisconsin offers a thriving craft brewery scene; it’s also "America's Dairyland," boasting award-winning cheeses.

Direct flights to Madison’s Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) are available from major U.S. hubs. For broader international options, Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago (ORD) airports are within comfortable driving or bus distance.

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costs & logistics

Conference Fees

There will be no conference fee for participants. To encourage full participation, only one participant per paper will be accepted. Additionally, participants must commit to staying for the entire duration of the conference.

Meals

All meals and coffee breaks during the conference will be covered by the conference host.

Lodging

Participants with funding are asked to pay for their own accommodations, but the conference will cover lodging for participants who request it as available funds allow, with early career researchers given priority.

Travel

While no travel funding will be provided, the organizers are committed to making the event as accessible as possible within these constraints.

timeline

Call for proposals opens September 2025.

31 Oct 2025: Proposals due
December 2025: Notification of acceptance
Jan 2026: Deadline to confirm participation
15 June 2026: Deadline to submit papers
29 June 2026: 12th EPG Conference

Submit Proposal (Coming in September!)