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The 2nd Regional Climate Change Conference (RCCC) 2026
- 15th &16th October 2026
- Bangkok, Thailand | Hybrid Conference
Theme: "Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation: Building inclusive and sustainable communities"
Overarching Aim of RCCC
The 2nd Regional Climate Change Conference 2026 (RCCC) will provide a unique opportunity to share science, on-the-ground experiences and policy developments across different countries and communities, with a special focus on early career professionals and female participants, especially from the Global south. RCCC aims to foster future research through the use of state-of-the-art methods in climate modelling, regional/local climate impacts, and risk assessment. RCCC is intended to be held bi-annually on a rotating basis in Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Why RCCC ?
- Global warming is changing the world already. IPCC AR6 states with high confidence that the current climate in most regions differ from that of the early to mid-20th century, impacting the magnitude, frequency, duration, seasonality, and spatial extent of climate hazards.
- IPCC AR6 also states, with high confidence, that all regions of the world will face numerous combinations of changes in Climatic Impact-Drivers (CIDs) by mid-century, challenging regional resilience and adaptation. This emphasizes the need for regional-scale approaches to address climate change hazards and impacts.
- RCCC specifically aims to address this need, with a strong focus on Global south countries where climate change impacts are likely to be felt very strongly.
RCCC 2025 – Milestones and Memories
RCCC 2025 – Milestones and Memories
Discover what makes RCCC 2026 a must-attend event for researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders driving innovation in climate action.
Experiences of RCCC 2026
Keynote & Plenary Speeches
Hear from world-renowned experts and thought leaders shaping the future of fisheries and aquaculture.
Collaboration Opportunities
Build networks and partnerships with global researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals.
Motivational Speech
A dedicated session designed to inspire, empower, and guide proffessional development.
Professional matchmaking Sessions
Offer personalized one-on-one meetings with international experts. Build strategic connections that go beyond the conference experience.
Panel Discussions
Join dynamic conversations on current challenges, solutions, and emerging trends in aquatic food systems.
Conference Convenors
Prof. Roshanka Ranasinghe
Expert Scoping Team - IPCC AR7 WGI
Coordinating Lead Author - IPCC AR6 WG I
Professor of Climate Change Impacts and Coastal Risk, IHE Delft
Senior Specialist, Deltares
Delft, The Netherlands
Prof. Erika Coppola
Expert Scoping Team - IPCC AR7 WGI
Special Report on Climate Change and Cities SR Lead Author
Lead Author - IPCC AR6 WGI
Associate Professor
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)
Trieste, Italy
Plenary Speakers
Assoc Prof. Bhaskar Sinha
Chairperson of Centre for Climate Change Studies, Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal
Prof. Lalith Rajapakse
Centre Chair/Director - UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre for South Asia Water Management (UMCSAWM), University of Moratuwa
UNESCO Chairholder - UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Water Resources Management in South Asia at University of Moratuwa
Scientific Steering Committee
Dr. ir. Trang Minh Duong
Coastal Climate Impacts Modelling Specialist
Water Engineering & Management
Faculty of Engineering Technology
University of Twente
The Netherlands
Dr. Ir. Ali Dastgheib
Innovation Manager
International Marine and Dredging Company (IMDC)
Belgium
Dr. Ir. William Veerbeek
Urban Climate Adaptation Specialist
Deputy Chair UNESCO IHP Megacities Alliance for Water and Climate WG
Department of Coastal and Urban Risk & Resilience
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
The Netherlands
Dr. Sebrian Beselly
Coastal Eco-geomorphological Modelling Specialist
Water Resources Engineering Department
Faculty of Engineering
Head of the Centre for International Academic Services
Universitas Brawijaya
Indonesia
Dr. Rita Nogherotto
Lead Author - IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Cities
Scientific Consultant - The Abdus Salam International Centre for
Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy
Researcher - The Institute of Atmospheric Sciences and Climate (CNR-ISAC)
Bologna, Italy
Prof. Michelle Simões Reboita
Universidade Federal de Itajubá (UNIFEI) - MG – Brazil
Co-chair American Monsoons WG - WCRP/WMO
Member of WG on Tropical Meteorology Research - WWRP/WMO
Member of Degrees Initiative - SRM studies
Strategic Partnership Coordinators
Darshani Lahandapura
Marine Environment Protection Authority
Sri Lanka
Dr. Sutat Weesakul
Hydro informatics Institute of Thailand Adjunct Faculty
Asian Institute of Technology
Conference Venue
The 2nd Regional Climate Change Conference 2026 will be held in vibrant Bangkok, Thailand a dynamic city known for its rich cultural heritage, modern infrastructure, and thriving education sector. As a leading destination in Southeast Asia, Bangkok offers the perfect blend of tradition and innovation, making it an inspiring backdrop for international education leaders to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of climate change.
Bangkok, Thailand
“A Vibrant Hub for Global Connections”
Opportunities at RCCC 2026
Be a Reviewer/ Session Chair
Share your expertise and shape the future of the field. Join us to contribute your insights and help advance research and innovation.
Be a Country Coordinator
Our Official Partners
Academic Partners
University of Moratuwa
Sri Lanka
University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
UNESCO
Madanjeet Singh Centre for South Asia Water Management
Tohoku University
Japan
Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University
Thailand
The International Institute of Knowledge Management
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