CitiesAlive 2026 Call for Proposals & research Papers now open!
The deadline to submit for presentation abstracts is March 30, 2026, and for research papers/posters is May 1, 2026.
What We Are Looking For in Session Proposals?
Proposals for 30, 60, or 90 minute presentations that are practical and dynamic, yet interactive and engaging. Presentations should address any of the Topics of Interest that we have listed below. Sessions are typically grouped into chunks of 3 presentations. There will also be featured stand alone presentations.
What We Are Looking For in Research Paper Proposals?
Research papers, presentation abstracts and posters on novel and applicable green roof or living wall research. Provide an abstract of your research paper or presentation in 250 words or less.
There are three opportunities to share your research:
Research Track (25 minute presentation, peer reviewed proceedings paper, data collected)
Emerging Professionals Track (10 minute presentation, abstract only)
Poster session (for students primarily)
Topics of Interest Include:
Environmental Justice & Community-Driven Infrastructure
Stormwater Management & Coastal Adaptation
Green Infrastructure Policy, Regulation & Incentives
Designing High-Performance Green Roofs & Walls (Case Studies)
Economic of Stormwater Retention Systems (costs + benefits)
Technology, Data & Performance Monitoring
Building Science, Waterproofing & Structural Integration
Biodiversity, Ecology & Native Planting
Urban Climate Resilience & Heat Mitigation
Installation, Maintenance & Long-Term Performance
Innovation & Emerging Technologies
Innovative/Award Winning Projects
Food Production
How to Submit a Presentation Proposal
To submit a Session Proposal (30, 60, or 90 minute presentation), please click the button below to be taken to the CitiesAlive 2026: Call for Proposals Google Form.
After the Session Proposal is submitted, it will be added to a list of session proposals that will be reviewed and rank by a panel of specialists on the CitiesAlive 2026 Advisory Committee. No submissions will be accepted after March 30th, 2026. Green Roofs for Healthy Cities will reach out to all submitting parties once the panel has completed the review process. Please click the button below for more details.
How to Submit a Research Paper/Abstract/Poster Proposal
To submit a Research Paper Proposal (30 or 10 minute research-based presentation, or poster presentation), please click the button below to be taken to the CitiesAlive 2026: Call for Research Papers Google Form. If you do not have a research paper or abstract to submit for peer review, we ask you to please submit a Session Proposal instead.
After the Research Paper Proposal is submitted, it will be added to a list of proposals that will be peer reviewed and selected by a group of green infrastructure industry academics. No submissions will be accepted after May 1st, 2026. Please click the button below for more details.
Contact
If you have any inquiries about the submission process for either Session Proposals or Research Papers, please reach out to:
Eric Durnford | Director of Business Development and Events
edurnford@greenroofs.org
(416) 971-4494 x228