European Association for Climate Law (EACL) Annual Conference

Overview

The second annual conference of the European Association for Climate Law (EACL) will be hosted in Helsinki, Finland, by Professor Kati Kulovesi and her team from the Centre for Climate, Energy and Environmental Law (CCEEL) at the University of Eastern Finland. This event marks a significant milestone, reflecting on the Paris Agreement's impact on climate law over the past decade.

Conference Focus

The conference will delve into the advancements in international, European, and domestic climate law since the Paris Agreement's implementation in 2016. It aims to assess the current state of climate legislation and litigation, highlighting the establishment of procedural governance frameworks and the growth of carbon markets. Participants will discuss the effectiveness of regulatory instruments designed to enhance renewable energy deployment and energy efficiency.

Call for Contributions

The conference invites submissions that evaluate the achievements and challenges of climate law, with a particular emphasis on:

• The current state of international climate law
• The evolution of EU climate law
• Comparative and domestic climate law practices
• Innovative theories and methodologies in climate law research

Abstracts of up to 300 words can be submitted through the provided online form until April 24, 2026. For more information, visit the EACL conference website.