Preface

The 2025 10th International Conference on Advances in Energy and Environment Research (ICAEER 2025) was successfully convened in Shanghai, China, from October 24 to 26, 2025. As a prestigious international academic gathering with a proven legacy of fostering scholarly exchange, it brought together distinguished researchers, engineers, and scholars worldwide to explore key thematic domains including Energy Research, Environmental Research, and Multiscale simulations of energy materials, alongside other related frontier topics. The conference served as a pivotal platform for showcasing cutting-edge academic achievements, facilitating in-depth interdisciplinary dialogue, and forging long-term collaborative partnerships among global experts in sustainable development-related fields. By upholding rigorous academic standards and prioritizing the dissemination of high-quality research, the event advanced knowledge sharing in critical areas of global concern and laid a solid foundation for collective efforts to address pressing energy and environmental challenges through scholarly collaboration. The conference featured distinguished keynote speakers delivering insightful presentations closely aligned with its core themes of Energy Research, Environmental Research, and Multiscale simulations of energy materials. Prof. Omid Mahian from Ningbo University addressed “Nexus of Solar Energy and Nanotechnology: From Solar Collectors to CO2 Absorption Applications,” focusing on the physical properties of energy nanomaterials and experimental advancements in solar energy conversion—with implications for multiscale simulations to optimize performance. Prof. Xiaowei Liu of Huazhong University of Science & Technology presented “Research and Engineering Practice of Ammonia Combustion in Coal-fired Power Plants,” centering on physical combustion experiments and thermal system optimization, a key focus of applied energy research. Prof. Sheng Wang from China Energy Science and Technology Research Institute shared “Analysis and Reflections on Some Issues in China’s Energy and Environmental Protection Related Fields,” integrating physical experiment data and practical research to bridge energy development and environmental governance. Prof. Saad Mekhilef, affiliated with Swinburne University of Technology and Universiti Malaya, explored “The Role of Technology in Achieving a Modern Carbon-Neutral Society,” emphasizing how physical science experiments and multiscale simulations of energy materials underpin low-carbon transition. Prof. Richard Haynes from The University of Queensland presented “Development of the Technology to Convert Bauxite Processing Waste into An Engineered Soil,” showcasing environmental material innovation validated through physical property tests and experimental characterization, a critical link to environmental research. Prof. Jiang Wu of Shanghai University of Electric Power delivered “Regulation of Bimetallic Sulfides Promotes Efficient Photocatalytic CO2 Resource Conversion,” highlighting the synergy of physical chemistry experiments and multiscale simulations in optimizing energy material catalytic performance for sustainable resource utilization. Collectively, these presentations deeply anchored in the conference’s core themes, with a sharp focus on physical experiment-based research and energy material simulations, offering profound academic insights and practical guidance to drive interdisciplinary innovation in energy and environmental science. Sincere thanks are due to all attendees, whose constructive discussions and enthusiastic participation breathed life into ICAEER 2025’s academic agenda. Gratitude extends to the distinguished keynote speakers for sharing invaluable insights and pioneering research, which shed light on key challenges in energy and environmental science. The organizing committee is acknowledged for its meticulous orchestration, rigorous coordination, and steadfast commitment that underpinned the conference’s smooth progression. We express appreciation to the host and supporting institutions for their generous resources, strategic guidance, and unwavering backing, which laid the groundwork for this successful gathering. Heartfelt thanks go to the volunteer team, whose diligent support and attentive assistance ensured seamless on-site operations and a welcoming experience for all. As we reflect on this fruitful event, we anticipate nurturing the collaborative bonds forged here, advancing interdisciplinary progress to address pressing global energy and environmental goals. List of Committee Member is available in this PDF.