SPETM – Sustainable Power, Energy, Transportation and Materials

About Conference

The global transition toward low-carbon and sustainable technologies is rapidly reshaping the transport and energy sectors. In response to these developments, the Sustainable Power, Energy, Transportation, and Materials (SPETM) Conference 2026 provides a dedicated forum for advancing research, innovation, and collaboration in these critical domains.

SPETM 2026 will host a specialised workshop on electromobility, alongside high-quality technical paper presentations, with accepted contributions published in Scopus-indexed conference proceedings. The conference invites original research papers, case studies, review articles, and innovative solutions from academia, industry, government, and research institutions.

The conference brings together experts and practitioners in power systems, renewable energy, electromobility, electronics, control systems, materials science, chemical sciences, and Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies applied to power and energy systems.

Through interdisciplinary dialogue, SPETM 2026 aims to highlight recent advances, share best practices, and address emerging challenges in next-generation energy and transportation systems. By fostering knowledge exchange and cross-sector collaboration, the conference serves as a unique platform for presenting cutting-edge research, strengthening partnerships, and contributing to sustainable, resilient, and future-ready infrastructure.

GUIDELINES TO EARN SAIEE ACCREDITED CPD-POINTS AT SPETM 2026

Register and attend SPETM 2026 conference online or in-person.
Sign the attendance register when you arrive for the conference.
Sign the attendance register when you are leaving at the close of the conference for the day.
Obtain a certificate of attendance from the conference organisers 2–4 weeks after the conference,
to give room for the completion of the validation process.

Instructions for oral presentation

Prepare your slides for oral presentation (online and physical) at SPETM 2026 using this PPT template.
Guidelines on How to Create a Narrated PowerPoint Presentation is available for download here.
You can follow these guidelines to compress your video to the required size using HandBrake.
ONLINE PRESENTERS: Deadline to upload your video recording on the link provided on the website is 6 June, 2026.
ON-SITE/PHYSICAL PRESENTERS: Deadline to upload your PowerPoint slides on the link provided on the website is 8 June, 2026.
ALL presentations must be done in the English language.
Name the file with the paper ID from SPETM 2026 on CMT, using the format: Paper#ID_Surname.Example: If your paper ID is 99 on CMT and your surname is Sun, then name your presentation file as: Paper#99_Sun.
Upload your presentation file: click here to Upload
Check the session for your presentation on the conference website.
The organising committee may contact you should they discover that anything is wrong with any of your submissions.

Conference Committee

General Chair

Prof Omowunmi Mary Longe
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Local Organising Committee

Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Publication Committee

Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Finance Committee

Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mulunghisi Mahwayi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Marketing and Publicity Committee

Mulunghisi Mahwayi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Ezekiel Sampson, Liberia Electricity Corporation, Liberia

General Co-Chairs

Prof Nonhlangabezo (Bezo) Mabuba
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Kennedy Chinedu Okafor
Centre for Future Technologies, University of Chichester, United Kingdom

Technical Program Committee

Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Atanda Raji, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Prof Santoshkumar Hampannavar, REVA University, India
Dr Benjamin Victor Odari, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya
Dr Jokaster Kalungu, South Eastern Kenya University, Kenya
Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Jean Marie Vianney Bikorimana, University of Rwanda, Rwanda
Amina Jamal, Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa, Mozambique
Prof Petrina Johannes, University of Namibia, Namibia
Engr Fadesakin Omowole, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Nigeria
Dr Clement Tengey, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Majid Babatude, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Olufunmilayo Joseph, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria
Dr Elizabeth Amuta, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

General Chair

Prof Omowunmi Mary Longe
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Local Organising Committee

Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Publication Committee

Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Finance Committee

Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mulunghisi Mahwayi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Marketing and Publicity Committee

Mulunghisi Mahwayi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Ezekiel Sampson, Liberia Electricity Corporation, Liberia

General Co-Chairs

Prof Nonhlangabezo (Bezo) Mabuba
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Kennedy Chinedu Okafor
Centre for Future Technologies, University of Chichester, United Kingdom

Technical Program Committee

Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Atanda Raji, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Prof Santoshkumar Hampannavar, REVA University, India
Dr Benjamin Victor Odari, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya
Dr Jokaster Kalungu, South Eastern Kenya University, Kenya
Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Jean Marie Vianney Bikorimana, University of Rwanda, Rwanda
Amina Jamal, Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa, Mozambique
Prof Petrina Johannes, University of Namibia, Namibia
Engr Fadesakin Omowole, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Nigeria
Dr Clement Tengey, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Majid Babatude, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Olufunmilayo Joseph, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria
Dr Elizabeth Amuta, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

General Chair

Prof Omowunmi Mary Longe
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Local Organising Committee

Dr Thabang Lebepe, University of Johannesburg, South Africa - Chair
Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Zululand, South Africa
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Babatope Ojo, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Nonkosi Matinise, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Simanye Sam, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Daniel Masekela, University of Limpopo, South Africa
Dr Nobathembu Faleni, Walter Sisulu University of Technology, South Africa
Mr Tshepo Mohlala, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Ms Sandra Ndlovu, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Given Rambau, University of Johannesburg,South Africa

Programme Committee

Dr Simanye Sam, University of Johannesburg, South Africa - Chair
Dr Ijeoma Madonna Onwusuru, IEEE SkillUp Hub Region 8, UK / Nnamdi Azikwe University, Nigeria
Dr Masixole Sihlahla, University of South Africa, South Africa
Dr Talifhani Mushiana, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Mr Siyanda Yamba, University of Johannesburg and Buffalo City Municipality, South Africa
Dr Nonkosi Matinise, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Busisiwe Nokalika Zwane, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Ms Sandra Ndlovu, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Fina Otosi Faithpraise, University of Calabar, Nigeria
Dr Peter Oviroh, University of Michigan, United States
Amina Jamal, Hidroelélectrica de Cahora Bassa, Mozambique
Mr Tshepo Mohlala, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Samuel N. Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Publication Committee

Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa - Chair
Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Zululand, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Finance Committee

Dr Peter Olukanmi University of Johannesburg, South Africa - Chair
Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Mostafa Almadani, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Marketing and Publicity Committee

Idowu Ayoade, University of Johannesburg, South Africa - Chair
Ezekiel Sampson, Liberia Electricity Corporation, Liberia
Excellent-Success Longe, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

International Advisory Committee

Prof Michael O. Kolawole, Professor & Director at Jolade Strategic Engineering Consulting, Melbourne, Australia - Chair
H. E. Prof Sarah Anyang Agbor, Forum for African Women Educationalists – Africa, Cameroun
Prof. Dr. C. Viswanathan, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Prof Clinton Aigbavboa, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

General Co-Chairs

Prof Nonhlangabezo (Bezo) Mabuba
University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Kennedy Chinedu Okafor
Centre for Future Technologies, Imperial College London, United Kingdom

Technical Program Committee

Dr Oluwafemi Oni, University of Zululand, South Africa - Chair
Dr Tobiloba Somefun, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Atanda Raji, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Prof Santoshkumar Hampannavar, REVA University, India
Dr Benjamin Victor Odari, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya
Dr Jokaster Kalungu, South Eastern Kenya University, Kenya
Dr Samuel Onyedikachi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Mokesioluwa Fanoro, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prof Jean Marie Vianney Bikorimana, University of Rwanda, Rwanda
Amina Jamal, Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa, Mozambique
Prof Petrina Johannes, University of Namibia, Namibia
Engr Fadesakin Omowole, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Nigeria
Dr Clement Tengey, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Majid Babatude, Accra Technical University, Ghana
Dr Olufunmilayo Joseph, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria
Dr Elizabeth Amuta, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria
Dr Peter Oviroh, University of Michigan, United States
Dr Swapna Mansani, National Institute of Technology, Silchar, Assam, India
Dr Deepa B, RYM College of Engineering, Ballari Karnataka, India
Dr Babatope Ojo, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Thabang Lebepe, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Nonkosi Matinise, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Simanye Sam, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Daniel Masekela, University of Limpopo, South Africa
Dr Nobathembu Faleni, Walter Sisulu University of Technology, South Africa
Dr Oliver Dzobo, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Mpho Gift Gololo, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Peter Olukanmi, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Nomzamo Tshemese-Mvandaba, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Dr. Nosa Idusuyi Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of ibadan, Nigeria
Dr Peter Olukanmi University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Dr Masixole Sihlahla,University of South Africa (Florida campus)
Dr. Wisdom Okafor, IEEE Skill-Up Hub, UK (Hosted by the University of Chichester)
Dr. I. B. Majeed, Power Systems-Renewable energy integration bias, Accra Technical University, Ghana.
Dr. Ijeoma Madonna Onwusuru, UK Bridge and Coordination Lead, IEEE SkillUp Hub Region 8 Manager, United Kingdom.
Dr Tengey, Power Systems – Power transmission and distribution bias, Accra Technical University, Ghana.
Dr. Nosa Idusuyi Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of ibadan, Nigeria
Dr Peter Olukanmi University of Johannesburg, South Africa.
Prof Fina Otosi Faithpraise of University of Calabar, Nigeria.
Dr Busisiwe Nokalika Zwane,University of Johannesburg
Prof Desalegn Yayeh Ayal of Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Prof Desalegn Yayeh Ayal, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia.
Dr Ester Hamatwi, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering University of Namibia
Dr. Chinelo ONWUSI, IEEE SkillUp Hub Region 8, UK

Conference Programme

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Day 1: Thursday 11 June 2026
08:00 – 08:30	Registration of participants
08:30 – 11:00	OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY \| Conference Room 1
11:00 – 11:30	Coffee break / Stands visit
	Conference Room 1 \| Chair:
11:30 – 12:30	EV Workshop Dr Andries – The future of EVs in South Africa, Considering Current Grid Constraints Dr B. T. Abe – Integrated Design and Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Powertrain Systems for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles Dr T. Somefun – Conversion of ICE Tuktuk to Solar Electric Tuktuk Q & A (15 mins)
12:30 – 13:30	Lunch
	Paper Session 1A, Conference Room 1: Power Systems, Automation & Control \| Chair:	Paper Session 1B, Conference Room 1: Batteries and Fuel Cells \| Chair:
13:30 – 15:00	Paper #12 - Samuel Onyedikachi and Longe Omowunmi Mary, University of Johannesburg, South Africa Impact of climatic variations on seasonal changes of earthing resistance Paper #20 - Abayomi Adebiyi and Dhasiga Naicker, Durban University of Technology, South Africa Diminution of Transient Disturbances for High Voltage Application Integration Paper #44 - Vita Lystianingrum and Yohanes Mosa, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Techno-Economic Analysis of a PV-BESS-Diesel Hybrid System for Ndoriwoy Isolated Microgrid in Ende Island, Indonesia Paper #51 - Khodani Garrison and Best Khoza, University of Zululand, South Africa Investigation of Power System Blackouts and Prevention Strategies Paper #59 - Rico Avero and Hifni Ariyadi, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia Performance evaluation of high-ratio biomass co-firing with low-rank coal in a 100 MWe circulating fluidized bed power plant Paper #68 - Kennedy Chinedu Okafor et al., IEEE SKillUp Hub, Region 8, United Kingdom FPGA-Based Model Predictive Control for Three-Phase Smart Grid Automation	Paper #28 - Issah Babatunde Majeed et al., Takoradi Technical University, Ghana Regulatory frameworks and economic instruments for promoting a circular economy in electric vehicle battery and material supply chains Paper #43 - Qudratbek Mamarasulov et al., Fergana state technical university, Uzbekistan Analytical–Numerical Modeling of Transient Heat Flux in a Semi-Infinite Medium Using the Duhamel Integral Paper #46 - Myalelo Nomnqa et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Sustainable lignin nanofiber electrodes for vanadium redox flow batteries Paper #47 - Myalelo Nomnqa et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Multiphysics modelling of lignin-derived porous electrodes for enhanced mass transport in vanadium redox flow batteries Paper #62 - Muhammad Taufiqurrahman et al., Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia Experimental study of the effect of hydrogen humidification on open-cathode PEMFC performance Paper #66 - Khanyisile Masemola et al., University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa RFID-Enabled Modeling and Simulation of Sodium-Ion Batteries for Smart City Energy Systems
15:00 – 15:15	Coffee break
	Paper Session 2A, Conference Room 1: Material Science, Nanotechnology, & Smart Materials \| Chair:	Paper Session 2B, Conference Room 2: Electromobility & Transportation Electrification \| Chair:
15:15 – 17:00	Paper #9 - Christian Asadu and Chika Oliver Ujah, David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Nigeria Exploring the Strategies for Scaling Spark Plasma Sintering for Industrial Transformation Paper #15 - Olanrewaju Solomon Banjo et al., Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa Experimental assessment of bio-nanolubricants on the performance characteristics of a developed refrigeration system using R600a Paper #22 - Adesola Adetukasi et al., City of Westminster College, United Kingdom Long term characteristics of sustainable concrete incorporating manganese ore tailings and nano-silica as cementitious material Paper #26 - Fahmi Imanullah et al., Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta, Indonesia Mechanical Properties of Al6061 Composites Reinforced with Electroless-Coated and Uncoated Sea Sand with Magnesium Addition Paper #45 - Tshepo Mohlala et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Engineered BaTiO₃/SnIn₄S₈ Step–Scheme Nanocomposite with Ba-S Interfacial Coupling for Energy-Efficient Piezo-Photocatalytic Oxidation of Tetracycline Paper #58 - Hifni Ariyadi et al., Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia Preliminary Experimental Analysis of R32 Refrigerant Thermal Response in a Residential Air Conditioner Paper #60 - Nosa Idusuyi et al., University of Ibadan, Nigeria Eco-Friendly Electrocoagulation of Crude Oil-Contaminated Water Using Recycled Aluminium Electrodes and Coconut Shell Ash derived Electrolytes	Paper #7 - preeti jain, Gopalan college of engineering and management, India Effect of Exhaust Discharge Direction on Human Exposure in Urban Two-Wheeler Traffic Paper #29 - Osumanu Futa et al., Accra Tecnical University, Ghana Socio-Economic equity and justice in the electric mobility transition: policy interventions and distributional impacts Paper #42 - Santoshkumar Hampannavar et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Assessment of Microgrid-Integrated Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure: A Techno-Economic and Environmental Perspective Paper #52 - Fadesakin Omowole and Olugbenga Falodun, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Nigeria A Comparative Analysis of Regression Models and Country-Level Adoption Trajectories of Electric Vehicles Paper #53 - Mpho Gololo, University of Johannesburg, South Africa Design, Implementation, and Performance Evaluation of a Low-Cost E-Bike Conversion Kit for Sustainable Urban Mobility Paper #55 - Opeyemi Bayode et al., Bells University of Technology, Nigeria Towards Sustainable Electromobility: A Review of Simulation Approaches for Infrastructural Design of Electric Vehicle Transportation in Nigeria Paper #67 - Kennedy Okafor et al., Manchester Metropolitain University, United Kingdom Angular and Lateral Acceleration Characterisation of MasterMover Vehicular Dynamics in Tesco Culverhouse Warehouse, UK
Closing
Day 2: Friday 12 June 2026
08:30 – 09:00	Registration of participants and coffee
09:00 – 09:15	Keynote Speaker 4: \| Conference Room 1 Prof. K.C. Okafor – Intent-Based AI for Sustainable Industrial Pipelines in Africa - Shell Nigeria Gas Plant Case Study
	Paper Session 3A, Conference Room 1: Renewable Energy Technologies and Systems \| Chair:	Paper Session 3B, Conference Room 2: Smart Grid and Smart City Technologies \| Chair:
09:20 – 11:00	Paper #5 - Rajasekaran Sennakesavan et al., K.S.R. College of Engineering, India Smart Hybrid PV–Piezo–Thermoelectric Energy Harvester with Intelligent Power Management Using WSN-Based IoT Systems Paper #8 - Faith Ayoade et al., Bowen University, Nigeria Hybrid Bioenergy Recovery Framework from Intensive Aquaculture Systems Paper #14 - Patrick Imoisili, University of Johannesburg, South Africa Household Energy Access Challenges in Peri-Urban South Africa: Evidence from Soshanguve Township Paper #21 - Wisnugraha Sukandar et al., PT PLN (Persero), Indonesia PHES Site Selection in Sumatra Island, Indonesia Using an Integrated Spatial Screening and AHP-TOPSIS-Based Approach Paper #25 – Huda Elhussein et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa A Decentralized Renewable Energy Framework for Improving Energy Access in Low-Income Housing in South Africa Paper #27 - Jokastah Kalungu et al., South Eastern Kenya University, Kenya Impact of Last Mile Electricity Distribution on Rural Development in Kenya: A Systematic Review	Paper #11 - Sindhu Muppalla et al., Seshadri Rao Gudlavalleru Engineering College, India Vehicle Damage Net: A System for Multi-Vehicle Damage Localization, Severity Analysis, and Cost Estimation Paper #19 - S'khumbuzo Morris Ncikazi et al., Durban University of Technology, South Africa Smart-Grid Renewable Energy Management Using Space Technologies Paper #24 - Santoshkumar Hampannavar et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Applications of Micro Phasor Measurement Units (µPMUs) for Enhancing Situational Awareness in Smart Power Distribution Network: An Integrated Part of a Smart City Paper #38 - Peter Onu and Anup Pradhan, University of Johannesburg, South Africa Smart Energy: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges Paper #56 - Lal Srivamsi Seelam et al., vignan foundation for science technology and research, India Real-Time Traffic Density Classification and Forecasting Using YOLOv8 and Dual LSTM Networks for Adaptive Signal Control Paper #57 - Yasaswini Venuturumilli et al., Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education, India Cloud-Integrated Fleet Management for Intelligent Maintenance and Operational Monitoring
11:00 – 11:30	Coffee break / Stands visit
	Conference Room 1 \| Chair:	Conference Room 2 \| Chair: Dr. N. Matinise
11:30 – 12:30	EV Workshop 2 Prof L. Olatomiwa – Future of Energy and its Endless Possibilities for Electric Transportation Dr T. Somefun – Vehicle-to-Vehicle Charging I. Ayoade – Argumented Reality for Electric Vehicles Q & A (15 min)	Women in STEM Panel (Audience chosen from high schools, TVET college, and Unizulu and UJ) Panelists: Prof. Sondezi \| Dr. Vivian \| Mrs. Lufuno \| Ms. Asanda \| Ms. Boitumelo
12:30 – 13:30	Lunch
	Paper Session 4A, Conference Room 1: Microgrids, Distributed Generation, Renewable Energy Technologies and Systems, Smart Grid, and Smart City Technologies \| Chair:	Paper Session 4B, Conference Room 2: 4IR Technologies in Smart Grid and Energy Systems, Smart Grid, and Smart City Technologies \| Chair:
13:30 – 15:00	Paper #18 - Harrison Idakwo et al., Federal University of Technology, Nigeria Development of Risk-Integrated Load Demand Estimation and Prediction Models for Sustainable Rural Microgrid Planning Paper #33 - Oluwafemi ONI et al., University of Zululand, South Africa Design of a Solar PV–Battery System for EV Charging Paper #35 - Onesmus Martin et al., University of Namibia, Namibia Investigating BESS-based Control of Over-Voltage in Stand-alone PV systems Paper #50 - Musa Aliyu et al., Federal University of Technology, South Africa Solar-biomass hybrid renewable energy system for controlled environment agriculture in developing regions: A systematic review and research direction Paper #61 - Friday David et al., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria A developed generalized mathematical traffic flow model for a single intersection Paper #69 - Samson Aasa et al., University of Ibadan, Nigeria Experimental Analysis of Dimple Geometry Passive Heat Exchanger Cooling for Sustainable Solar Performance	Paper #4 - Fina Faithpraise et al., University of Calabar, Nigeria Explainable AI (XAI) for Intelligent Energy Management in IoT-Enabled Smart Grids Paper #17 - Hendy Tannady et al., Universitas Esa Unggul, Indonesia Improving Organizational Readiness for Cyber Incidents in Maritime Industry Using ISO 27002 Security Framework Paper #30 - Osumanu Futa et al., Accra Tecnical University, Ghana Signal quality, network densification, and throughput performance in 5G heterogeneous networks: a quantitative investigation of key performance indicators in urban sub-6 GHz deployments Paper #40 - Chukwuemeka Dulo and Jolly-Adjarho Ogheneakpobor, University of Hull, United Kingdom Autonomous Robotic Pipeline Inspection Technologies Paper #49 - Ajibola Oyedeji et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Explainable machine learning for health assessment of PILC distribution cables Paper #64 - Om prakash reddy kamireddy et al., kalasalingam academy of research and education, India HTMLP: A Digital Highway Truck-Matching Logistics Platform for Decentralized, Low-Cost, and Real-Time Parcel Delivery
15:00 – 15:15	Coffee break
	Paper Session 5A, Conference Room 1: Electromobility and Transportation Electrification \| Chair:	Paper Session 5B, Conference Room 2: Sustainable Fuels, Green Chemistry, Advanced Materials for Energy, and Transportation Systems \| Chair:
15:15 – 16:00	Paper #3 - Tobiloba Somefun et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Comparative Evaluation of Low-, Medium-, and High-Fidelity Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Models for Electric Vehicle Applications Paper #16 - Oluwafemi ONI et al., University of Zululand, South Africa Remote-Controlled and Autonomous Electric Vehicle (EV) Paper #31 - Ifunanya Onyedikachi et al., University of Johannesburg, South Africa Overcoming resistance to sustainable urban transportation adoption in Sub-Saharan African cities: qualitative insights from Lagos and Johannesburg	Paper #34 - Issah Majeed et al., Accra Technical University, Ghana Public awareness and behavioural drivers of electric waste disposal in urban Ghana Paper #63 - Ijeoma Onwusuru et al., IEEE SkillUP Hub, Region 8, United Kingdom Biogas Adoption Pathways for Clean Cooking Among Low-Income Women in Nigeria: Policy Lessons and Institutional Strategies for Sub-Saharan Africa Paper #65 - Chinelo Onwusi et al., Renaissance Africa Energy Company, Nigeria Bridging Nigeria's Energy Deficit through Waste-to-Energy: Evidence, Pathways, and Policy Imperatives
16:00 – 18:00	Rest
18:00 – 19:30	Awards Night and Closing Ceremony

Poster Session
PS1	Design and Development of an Off-Grid PV–Battery Cold Storage System for Commercial Farming Applications Nokwazi Nontethelelo Ruth Nkosi, Sinoxolo Sibusile Mbatha and Lumbumba T-E Nyamayoka, University of Zululand, South Africa
PS2	Optimal Socio-Techno-Economic Analysis of the Repurposing of Coal Power Plant for the Just Energy Transition: A Case Study of Nkangala District Municipality, South Africa Given Rambau and Omowunmi Mary Longe, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
PS3	RAG-based Intelligent Learning Assistant for Power Systems Engineering Ayanda Mbali Ngema and Dr Oyebode, University of Zululand, South Africa
PS4	Artificial Intelligence for Fault Detection and Classification in Power Distribution Networks Sihle Ayanda Vilakazi and Best Khoza, University of Zululand, South Africa
PS5	Design and Development of a Low-Cost Autonomous Electric Vehicle with Camera-Based Lane Keeping, GPS Navigation, and 4G/LTE Android Remote Control Andisa Khumalo and Oluwafemi Emmanuel Oni, University of Zululand, South Africa
PS6	Design and implementation of a Smart Energy meter with IOT support Lindokuhle Lushozi and Oluwafemi Emmanuel Oni, University of Zululand, South Africa
PS7	Optimal Sizing and Placement of Battery Energy Storage Systems in Distribution Networks with High Renewable Energy Penetration Bongeka Anele Minenhle Buthelezi and Best Khoza, University of Zululand, South Africa

Call for Papers

The Sustainable Power, Energy, Transportation and Materials (SPETM) Conference 2026 invites original research contributions, case studies, reviews, and innovative solutions from academia, industry, government, and research institutions.

Conference Theme

Innovations for a Sustainable and Intelligent Electrified Future

Important Dates

Full Paper Submission Deadline: 22 March 2026
Notification of Acceptance: 24 April 2026
Camera-Ready Papers Due: 15 May 2026
Conference Dates: 11–12 June 2026

Main Conference Tracks

Smart Power and Energy Systems
Renewable Energy Systems
Electromobility & Transportation Systems
Smart Grid and Smart City Technologies
Microgrids & Distributed Generation and Storage
Power Electronics & Drives
Power Quality & Harmonics Mitigation
Power Systems, Automation & Control
4IR Technologies in Smart Grid & Energy Systems
Sustainable Fuels and Green Chemistry
Sustainable Materials Science

Submission Guidelines

Full papers must present original, unpublished work
All submissions will undergo double-blind peer review
Accepted and presented papers will be submitted for inclusion in a Scopus-indexed proceedings
Maximum manuscript length: 8 pages
Manuscripts must follow the official conference template

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SPETM 2026 brings together experts in power systems, renewable energy, material science, and Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies to drive an intelligent electrified future.

Important Dates

Full Paper Submission Deadline: ~~22 March 2026~~ ~~6 April 2026 (firm deadline)~~ 12 April 2026 (final extension)
Notification of Acceptance: ~~24 April 2026~~ 4 May 2026
Camera-Ready Papers Due: ~~15 May 2026~~ 22 May 2026
Deadline for Poster submission: ~~May 3, 2026~~ May 10, 2026
Poster notification of acceptance: May 17, 2026
Conference Dates: 11–12 June 2026

Main Conference Tracks

Smart Power and Energy Systems
Renewable Energy Systems
Electromobility & Transportation Systems
Smart Grid and Smart City Technologies
Microgrids & Distributed Generation and Storage
Power Electronics & Drives
Power Quality & Harmonics Mitigation
Power Systems, Automation & Control
4IR Technologies in Smart Grid & Energy Systems
Sustainable Fuels and Green Chemistry
Sustainable Material Science

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Guest Editors of your proceedings are:

Prof Omowunmi Mary Longe University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Nonhlangabezo Mabuba University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Kennedy Chinedu Okafor, Centre for Future Technologies, University of Chichester, United Kingdom / IEEE Skillup Hub Region 8

Call for Posters

The SPETM 2026 Conference invites submissions for the Poster Session, which provides an opportunity for researchers, industry professionals, and students to present innovative ideas, preliminary results, work-in-progress studies, prototypes, and applied research. Poster presentations encourage interactive discussion and feedback from conference participants.

Submission and Participation Conditions

A short-extended abstract not longer than 2 pages should be submitted.
Submissions should clearly present the objective(s), literature review, methodology, key results (if available), expected contribution of the work, conclusion, and references.
Authors must ensure the work is original.
Link to submit : click here to Submit
At least one author of the poster must attend the conference physically to present the poster.
Accepted poster presenters must register under the Non-Author Physical Attendance category.
The registration fee for poster presentation is R2160 for local participants and USD 120 for international participants.
Poster presenters will be required to prepare and display an A1-sized printed poster at the designated place at the conference venue.
Researchers, postgraduate students, and industry practitioners are strongly encouraged to participate and share their emerging research ideas with the SPETM 2026 community.
Deadline for Poster submission: May 3, 2026
Poster notification of acceptance: May 17, 2026

Topics

Power System Stability & Dynamic Performance
Advanced Protection, Control & Automation Systems
High-Voltage AC/DC Transmission (HVDC/FACTS)
Energy Management Systems (EMS & SCADA)
Grid Resilience, Reliability & Security

Solar, Wind, Hydro and Bioenergy Technologies
Grid Integration of Large-Scale Renewables
Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems (HRES)
Forecasting, Resource Assessment & Optimization
Policy, Economics & Sustainable Energy Planning

Electric Vehicles (EV) Technology & Charging Systems
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), V2H & Fleet Management
Charging Infrastructure for Smart Cities
EV Impact on Distribution Networks & Power Quality
Electric Trains, E-Mobility Logistics & Transportation Systems

Smart Metering & Demand Response Systems
Smart City Infrastructure & IoT-Driven Utility Management
Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Coordination
Cybersecurity in Smart Grids and Smart Cities
Digital Grid Operations & Advanced Analytics

AC, DC, and Hybrid Microgrid Architectures
Microgrid Control, Energy Storage & Optimization
Rural Electrification and Off-Grid Systems
Peer-to-Peer Energy Trading & Local Market Design

Converter Design (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC)
Inverters, Multilevel Converters & Control Technologies
Power Electronic Applications in EVs, MGs & Renewables
High Power Density and High-Efficiency Drives

Active and Passive Filtering Techniques
Harmonics & Flicker Monitoring and Analysis
Advanced Compensation using STATCOM, SVC, APF
Electromagnetic Compatibility & Standards

Control Theory Applications in Power and Energy
Optimization, Estimation & System Identification
Model Predictive Control (MPC), Adaptive and Robust Control
Process Control for Industrial Energy Systems

AI, ML & Data Analytics for Grid Operations
Blockchain in Energy Trading and Asset Management
Digital Twins for Power Systems and EV Networks
Embedded Systems & IoT Applications in the Grid
Cyber-Physical Systems for Energy Infrastructure

Biofuels, E-fuels & Hydrogen Production Pathways
CO₂ Utilization, Catalysis, and Green Chemical Processes
Waste-to-Energy and Circular Economy Technologies
Eco-friendly Materials for Sustainable Energy Systems

Advanced Materials for Batteries, Solar Cells & Fuel Cells
Nanomaterials for Energy Storage & Conversion
Environmental Chemistry & Pollution Control Technologies
Catalytic and Photocatalytic Green Innovations

Battery Chemistry, Modelling & State Estimation (SOC/SOH)
Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Testing
Fast Charging, Thermal Management & Safety
Hydrogen Fuel Cells & Hybrid Battery-FC Systems
Second-life Battery Applications & Recycling

Functional Materials for Power Electronics and Drives
High-Temperature Materials for Grid and Thermal Systems
Lightweight and Composite Materials for EVs and Transport
Materials for Thermal Insulation, Packaging & Protection
Corrosion-Resistant and Durable Materials for Harsh Environments

Smart Materials for Sensors, Actuators, and Intelligent Systems
Nanomaterials for Catalysis, Energy Harvesting & Storage
Thin Films, Coatings & Surface Engineering
Additive Manufacturing (3D/4D Printing) for Energy Applications
Material Characterization, Modelling & Simulation

Paper Submission

CAMERA-READY INSTRUCTIONS TO AUTHORS

Format your camera-ready paper revised according to reviewers’ comments using the A4 2-column template as indicated on the website: Download Template
Upload camera-ready paper in MS Word and PDF formats using the template shown above.
Extra care must be paid to the names of the authors. Citation via CrossRef will be working only if the names are correctly formatted. The given-name (or first name) must be written in ITALIC. If a mistake occurs there, authors may not be properly indexed. A complete (academic) affiliation must be mentioned [Department, Institution, City, and Country].Example to follow:
Manohar Gangikunta¹ and Sonnati Venkateshwarlu²¹ Associate Professor, EEE Department, CVR College of Engineering, Hyderabad, India ² Professor, EEE Department, CVR College of Engineering, Hyderabad, India
Extra care must be paid to references.Online references will be linked to their original source via CrossRef only if they are correctly formatted. If available, a DOI number must be joined to the reference. Example:
Lohrasebi, T. Koslowski, Modeling water purification by an aquaporin-inspired graphene-based nano-channel. J. Mol. Model. 25, 280 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00894-019-4160-y
All references must be cited in the text by placing sequential numbers in brackets (for example, [1], [2, 5, 7], [8-10]). They must be numbered in the reference list in the order in which they are mentioned in the text.
- This list must contain timely, accurate and relevant references. Ensure that a set of references doesn’t excessively point to the same author(s) or the same publication.
- The same list can only contain a maximum of 3 citations to proceedings articles. Please note that articles exceeding this quota will be excluded from publication by the production team.
- References must contain the full title of the cited articles.
Example:
Nicolas, J.-L. Barrat, J. Rottler, Effects of inertia on the steady-shear rheology of disordered solids. Phys. Rev. Lett. 116, 058303 (2016)
Before submitting camera-ready PDF files, please check the quality of the final PDF documents at: PDF Analyser Remember that:
- Fonts must be embedded in all PDF files.
- The quality of digital images should be at least 300 dpi for figures that will be published in a paper version and at least 150 dpi if it’s only an online version.
- Upload a Publication Right Form signed by at least one author of your camera-ready paper, and the one who signed it must be authorised by all the authors to sign on their behalf.
Minimum Submission Checklist Requirements
- Upload the formatted camera-ready paper revised according to reviewers’ comments using the A4 2-column template in MS Word and PDF formats: Download Template
- Upload a rebuttal document in response to all the reviewers’ comments on your submission: Download Rebuttal Doc
- Upload the Publication Right Form that has been signed by at least one author of your camera-ready paper, and the one(s) who signed it has been authorised by all the authors to sign on their behalf.

Instructions for Authors – SPETM 2026

SPETM 2026 will be held in a hybrid format, allowing authors to participate either on-site or virtually. The presentation mode does not affect the review, publication, or indexing of accepted papers; all proceedings, certificates, and communications will be distributed electronically.

Scope and Originality

Submitted manuscripts must present original, unpublished scientific or technical work that is clearly aligned with one or more SPETM 2026 themes. Papers must explicitly state the research problem, methodology, application domain, and key contributions.

Submissions must not be under review or published elsewhere, and dual or near-duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited. The SPETM Technical Programme Committee (TPC) reserves the right to reject any manuscript with excessive overlap in content or text.

Submission and Registration

Authors must submit full papers electronically via the Microsoft CMT submission system. New users must create a CMT account prior to submission.

https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/SPETM2026/Submission/Index

At least one author per accepted paper must register, complete payment by 10 June 2026, and present the paper at the conference.
A maximum of two papers per author.

Peer-Review Process

SPETM 2026 employs a single-blind peer-review process, where reviewer identities remain anonymous. Each manuscript will be reviewed by at least two independent expert reviewers and evaluated based on:

Relevance to SPETM 2026 themes
Scientific quality, originality, and significance
Methodological rigour
Compliance with formatting requirements and quality of English

Reviewer comments will be communicated to the corresponding author. Revised manuscripts must be resubmitted by the stipulated deadline.

Manuscript Preparation Requirements

Strict adherence to formatting guidelines is mandatory. Manuscripts that do not comply will be excluded from review.

Template: Official Web of Conferences double-column template (Word); no modifications permitted. Available at:
https://www.e3s-conferences.org/doc_journal/woc/woc_2col.docx
Length: 5–8 pages (double-column), including figures, tables, and references.
Abstract: Maximum 200 words.
References: Only use appropriate references; excessive self-citation (above 10%) should be avoided.
Language: English only; manuscripts must be grammatically sound and clearly written.
Figures: High-quality images (≥300 dpi for print, ≥150 dpi for online publication).

The Microsoft CMT service is provided free of charge by Microsoft, who supports the platform and bears all associated costs, including Azure cloud infrastructure, software development, and technical support.

Useful links

Ethics, Plagiarism, and Similarity Checks

SPETM 2026 enforces a zero-tolerance policy on plagiarism. All submissions will be screened using iThenticate and Turnitin. Manuscripts may be rejected without review if they exceed acceptable similarity thresholds. Authors must ensure proper citation of all reproduced material and must be fully informed about plagiarism and self-plagiarism prior to submission. SPETM adheres to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) principles and EDP Sciences publication ethics.

Authors are encouraged to refer to the Committee on Publishing Ethics (COPE) for all aspects of publication ethics: http://publicationethics.org/ and to strictly conform to the ethical rules described on: https://www.matec-conferences.org/about-the-journal/publishing-policies-ethics

We recommend that authors use our editorial guidelines and templates to prepare their manuscripts(s).

Plagiarism is a great concern. If the similarity index of your submitted manuscript exceeds 20%, it shall receive a desktop reject without being reviewed by expert reviewers. If this ≤20% similarity index is spread across many references, there is little risk of plagiarism, and expert reviewers will review it. Furthermore, if the similarity index is 10%, but all or the majority of the 10% only applies to a single/few reference(s), this may be suspicious and may not be reviewed by the expert reviewers. We highly recommend consulting COPE advice on “Determining acceptable levels of plagiarism/duplication” available at: https://publicationethics.org/guidance/cope-position/determining-acceptable-levels-plagiarismduplication

Use of Generative AI

Generative AI tools may be used only to improve language clarity and readability, under full human supervision. Authors retain full responsibility for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the content. AI tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors. Any use of AI must be explicitly disclosed at submission, including the tool name, version, and purpose. The use of AI to generate or manipulate figures is strongly discouraged, except for minor visual adjustments that do not alter information. EDP Sciences reserves the right to reject papers that violate its AI and ethics policy.

Presentation Policy

Presentation at SPETM 2026 is mandatory if your paper will be included in SPETM 2026 proceedings. SPETM 2026 enforces a strict “No Show, No Publication” policy. Papers not presented will not appear in the conference proceedings.

Presentations must be delivered in English.
Each paper must be presented by a registered author or designated presenter.
Presentation format: Oral (on-site) or Virtual.
Duration: 10 minutes presentation + 5 minutes discussion.

Virtual sessions will be hosted in dedicated online rooms using real-time video conferencing, with live access provided to registered participants.

Camera-Ready Submission

Accepted papers must be submitted as camera-ready PDFs, after incorporating reviewer comments. Authors must verify PDF quality and ensure that all fonts are embedded. Before submitting camera-ready PDF files, please check the quality of the final PDF documents at http://pdf-analyser.edpsciences.org/. Remember that fonts must be embedded in all PDF files. The quality of the digital images should be at least 300 dpi for figures that will be published in a paper version and at least 150 dpi if it’s only an online publication. Important Dates

Full Paper Submission Deadline: ~~22 March 2026~~ ~~6 April 2026 (firm deadline)~~ 12 April 2026(final extension)
Notification of Acceptance: ~~24 April 2026~~| 2 May 2026
Camera-Ready Papers Due: ~~15 May 2026~~ | 22 May 2026
Deadline for Poster submission: May 3, 2026
Poster notification of acceptance: May 17, 2026
Conference Dates: 11–12 June 2026

Publication

Accepted and presented papers will be published through Web of Conferences (EDP Sciences), subject to final publisher checks. The conference organisers are not responsible for subsequent publication decisions made by the publisher.

Keynote Speakers

Qhakazile Mathebula

City Power, Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Lanre Olatomiwa

Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria

Dr Andries van der Linde

Harvard Green Energy, South Africa

Dr Bolanle Abe

Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

Keynote Speakers

Qhakazile Mathebula

City Power, Johannesburg, South Africa

Prof Lanre Olatomiwa

Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria

Dr Andries van der Linde

Harvard Green Energy, South Africa

Dr Bolanle Abe

Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

Opening and Plenary Session

Prof. Vally Padayachee

Professor of Practice, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, University of Johannesburg.
Presentation Title: Leveraging Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence for a Resilient and Efficient Transforming Electricity Grid

Dr Kelvin Anoh

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering University of Chichester, United Kingdom
Presentation Title : Smart Energy Infrastructure for Sustainable Transport

Prof. Kwena Desmond Modibane

DSI-NRF SARCHi Chair in Photoelectrocatalytic Hydrogen Production, University of Limpopo, South Africa.
Presentation Title: Nanomaterials Applied in Renewable Energy

Prof. Kennedy C. Okafor

Imperial College London, United Kingdom Director, IEEE Skillup Hub (Region 8)
Presentation Title: Intent-Based AI for Sustainable Industrial Pipelines in Arica - Shell Nigeria Gas Plant Case Study.

Electromobility Workshop

Prof. Lanre Olatomiwa

Deputy Director, Directorate for Research, Innovation and Development Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria.
Presentation Title: The Future of Energy and its Endless Possibilities for Electric Transportation

Dr Andries van der Linde

Managing Director, Findev (Pty) Ltd, South Africa.
Presentation Title: The future of EVs in South Africa, Considering Current Grid Constraints

Dr Bolanle Tolulope Abe

Academic Manager & Senior Lecturer Department of Electrical Engineering Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
Presentation Title: Integrated Design and Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Powertrain Systems for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

Dr Tobiloba Somefun

University of South Africa, South Africa
Presentation Title: Conversion of Internal Combustion Engine to Electric Powertrain

Venue Details

Conference Venue

The SPETM Conference 2026 will be hosted at the School of Tourism and Hospitality, University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park Bunting Road (APB) Campus, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Venue:
School of Tourism and Hospitality
University of Johannesburg – APB Campus

Address:
57 Bunting Road, Cottesloe
Johannesburg, 2092
South Africa

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School of Tourism and Hospitality
University of Johannesburg – Auckland Park Bunting Road (APB) Campus
Johannesburg, South Africa

Address:
57 Bunting Road, Cottesloe,
Johannesburg, 2092, South Africa

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School of Tourism and Hospitality
University of Johannesburg – Auckland Park Bunting Road (APB) Campus
Johannesburg, South Africa

Address:
57 Bunting Road, Cottesloe,
Johannesburg, 2092, South Africa

📍 View on Google Maps

School of Tourism and Hospitality
University of Johannesburg – Auckland Park Bunting Road (APB) Campus
Johannesburg, South Africa

Physical Address:
57 Bunting Road, Cottesloe
Johannesburg, 2092
South Africa

Google Maps: View on Google Maps

Travel Guide

Visas: Participants requiring a visa support letter should contact the Technical Programme Committee (TPC). Please note that visa letters will be issued only after registration has been completed and confirmed. Attendees are responsible for the cost and processing of their visas and flight tickets to the conference venue

Accommodations

Here are eight hotels near the conference venue, with their approximate distances
to 57 Bunting Road, Auckland Park. Distances are provided as general
references based on proximity to the University of Johannesburg (Bunting Road Campus).

Garden Court Milpark – ~0.6 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Auckland Park / Milpark area).
City Lodge Hotel Newtown – ~2.2–2.4 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Newtown / Johannesburg CBD).
The Parktonian All-Suite Hotel – ~2.4–2.6 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Braamfontein).
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg – ~2.5–2.6 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Westcliff).
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG – ~3.4 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Sunnyside / Central Johannesburg).
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank – ~5.4 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Rosebank area).
Holiday Inn Johannesburg – Rosebank by IHG – ~5.6 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Rosebank).
Southern Sun Rosebank – ~4.8 km from 57 Bunting Rd (Rosebank; popular mid-range option).

Important Note

Please note that all accommodation arrangements are made solely at the discretion
and responsibility of the participant. While the conference organisers may provide
a list of nearby hotels for convenience, we do not endorse, recommend, or guarantee
the quality, safety, security, pricing, or availability of any accommodation provider.

The conference organisers assume no liability for any loss, injury, damage,
inconvenience, or additional costs that may arise from the use of any listed hotel
or any accommodation selected by participants. All bookings, payments, and
communications are strictly between the participant and the accommodation provider.

Participants are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research, exercise due
diligence, and make independent decisions regarding accommodation.

Contact Details

For any enquiries related to the SPETM Conference 2026, please use the appropriate contact details below:

General enquiries: info@spetm.org.za
TPC enquiries: tpc@spetm.org.za
Registration enquiries: registration@spetm.org.za

Media Partners

Registration

The conference offers multiple registration categories to accommodate
students, academics, industry professionals, and international participants.
Each category is designed to ensure broad participation while maintaining
high academic and professional standards.

SPETM 2026 Registration Categories

Local Delegates

Category	Participant Type	Online Attendee		Physical Attendee
Category	Participant Type	First Paper	Second Paper*	First Paper	Second Paper*
Student**	Author	R2700	R2340	R4500	R2340
Student**	Non-Author	R1800	—	R2160	—
Professional	Author	R3240	R2340	R5040	R2340
Professional	Non-Author	R1800	—	R2700	—

Foreign Delegates

Category	Participant Type	Online Attendee		Physical Attendee
Category	Participant Type	First Paper	Second Paper*	First Paper	Second Paper*
Student**	Author	$150	$130	$250	$130
Student**	Non-Author	$100	—	$120	—
Professional	Author	$180	$130	$280	$130
Professional	Non-Author	$100	—	$150	—

Local Delegates

Student (Author)**

Online – First PaperR2700

Online – Second Paper*R2340

Physical – First PaperR4500

Physical – Second Paper*R2340

Student (Non-Author)**

OnlineR1800

PhysicalR2160

Professional (Author)

Online – First PaperR3240

Online – Second Paper*R2340

Physical – First PaperR5040

Physical – Second Paper*R2340

Professional (Non-Author)

OnlineR1800

PhysicalR2700

Foreign Delegates

Student – Author**

Online – First Paper$150

Online – Second Paper*$130

Physical – First Paper$250

Physical – Second Paper*$130

Student – Non-Author**

Online$100

Physical$120

Professional – Author

Online – First Paper$180

Online – Second Paper*$130

Physical – First Paper$280

Physical – Second Paper*$130

Professional – Non-Author

Online$100

Physical$150

* No author is permitted to submit more than two (2) papers to the conference, either as corresponding author or co-author..

** Student authors must be currently registered for the 2026 academic year in their respective institution of higher learning. Proof of studentship for the 2026 academic year shall be required for submission during registration.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

1. AUTHORS:

Authors Outside the University of Johannesburg

Kindly pay using this link:
Credit Card Payments
Use this reference during payment so that the finance department can correctly appropriate the payment: SPETM-Paper Number-065001 or SPETM-Poster Number-065001.Example: SPETM-Paper#34-065001
Send the proof of payment via email to polukanmi@uj.ac.za, and copy tlebepe@uj.ac.za and omowunmil@uj.ac.za
If you require an invoice, kindly send a formal request on your institution/company’s letterhead to registration@spetm.org.za, indicating the number of delegates attending.

Authors Within the University of Johannesburg

Kindly pay by completing the Internal Journal Transfer form available here: link to file
Send the completed Internal Journal Transfer form to your faculty’s Financial Business Partner to process.
Obtain the journal reference from your Financial Business Partner and send it to omowunmil@uj.ac.za and copy nokom@uj.ac.za

2. NON-AUTHORS:

Kindly pay using this link:
Credit Card Payments
Use this reference during payment so that the finance department can correctly appropriate the payment: SPETM-CompanyName-065001
Send the proof of payment via email to polukanmi@uj.ac.za, and copy tlebepe@uj.ac.za and omowunmil@uj.ac.za
If you require an invoice, kindly send a formal request to registration@spetm.org.za, indicating the number of delegates attending.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure that your payment is received in the conference account by ~~31 May 2026~~ 7 June 2026.

ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT METHOD

In case you are having issues paying with the University of Johannesburg credit card link, kindly make a direct bank payment using the following banking details:

Account Name: UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG Bank Name: FIRST NATIONAL BANK Account Number: 62615873149 Account Type: PUBLIC SECTOR BUSINESS ACCOUNT Branch Code: 251705 Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ

Payment References

Payment Reference for an Author: SPETM-Paper Number-065001
Payment Reference for a Non-Author: SPETM-Initials and Surname-065001
Payment Reference for a Sponsor: SPETM-Company’s Name-065001

Download the Alternative Payment Method document: Download DOCX

The organisers of SPETM 2026 invite organisations and companies to become sponsors and partners of this prestigious international conference.

Sponsorship Benefits

Company logo and website link on the SPETM conference website
Brand exposure through on-site and digital banners
Advertisement projection in lecture halls
Complimentary conference registration(s)
Dedicated exhibition space
Branding on registration materials
Opportunity to sponsor conference items

How to Book Your Sponsorship

To secure your sponsorship package, please complete the online booking form:

Complete the Sponsorship Booking Form

Download the Sponsorship Prospectus

SPONSORSHIP PAYMENT INFORMATION

For Sponsorship Payment;

Credit Card Payments: https://www.uj.ac.za/credit-card-payments/
Use this reference so that the finance department can correctly appropriate the donation: SPETM-CompanyName-065001
Send the proof of payment via email to polukanmi@uj.ac.za, and copy tlebepe@uj.ac.za and omowunmil@uj.ac.za

Enquiries

Nonhlangabezo (Bezo) Mabuba
nmabuba@uj.ac.za

Omowunmi Mary Longe
omowunmil@uj.ac.za

Simanye Sam
simanyes@uj.ac.za

The organisers of SPETM 2026 invite organisations and companies to become sponsors and partners of this prestigious international conference.

Sponsorship Benefits

Company logo and website link on the SPETM conference website
Brand exposure through on-site and digital banners
Advertisement projection in lecture halls
Complimentary conference registration(s)
Dedicated exhibition space
Branding on registration materials
Opportunity to sponsor conference items

How to Book Your Sponsorship

To secure your sponsorship package, please complete the online booking form:

Complete the Sponsorship Booking Form

Download the Sponsorship Prospectus

Enquiries

Nonhlangabezo (Bezo) Mabuba
nmabuba@uj.ac.za

Omowunmi Mary Longe
omowunmil@uj.ac.za

Simanye Sam
simanyes@uj.ac.za

SPETM International Conference 2026

Theme: Innovations for a Sustainable and Intelligent Electrified Future

About Conference

GUIDELINES TO EARN SAIEE ACCREDITED CPD-POINTS AT SPETM 2026

Instructions for oral presentation

Conference Committee

General Chair

Local Organising Committee

Publication Committee

Finance Committee

Marketing and Publicity Committee

General Co-Chairs

Technical Program Committee

General Chair

Local Organising Committee

Publication Committee

Finance Committee

Marketing and Publicity Committee

General Co-Chairs

Technical Program Committee

General Chair

Local Organising Committee

Programme Committee

Publication Committee

Finance Committee

Marketing and Publicity Committee

International Advisory Committee

General Co-Chairs

Technical Program Committee

Conference Programme

Call for Papers

Call for Papers

Conference Theme

Important Dates

Main Conference Tracks

Submission Guidelines

Important Dates

Main Conference Tracks

Guest Editors of your proceedings are:

Call for Posters

Submission and Participation Conditions

Topics

1. Smart Power and Energy Systems

2. Renewable Energy Systems

3. Electromobility & Transportation Electrification

4. Smart Grid and Smart City Technologies

5. Microgrids & Distributed Generation

6. Power Electronics & Drives

7. Power Quality & Harmonics Mitigation

8. Systems, Automation & Control

9. 4IR Technologies in Smart Grid & Energy Systems

10. Sustainable Fuels and Green Chemistry

11. Chemical Science and Green Technologies

12. EV Batteries and Fuel Cells

13. Advanced Materials for Energy and Transportation Systems

14. Materials Science, Nanotechnology & Smart Materials

Paper Submission

CAMERA-READY INSTRUCTIONS TO AUTHORS

Minimum Submission Checklist Requirements

Instructions for Authors – SPETM 2026

Scope and Originality

Submission and Registration

Peer-Review Process

Manuscript Preparation Requirements

Useful links

Ethics, Plagiarism, and Similarity Checks

Use of Generative AI

Presentation Policy

Camera-Ready Submission

Publication

Keynote Speakers

Keynote Speakers

Qhakazile Mathebula

Prof Lanre Olatomiwa

Dr Andries van der Linde

Dr Bolanle Abe

Keynote Speakers

Qhakazile Mathebula

Prof Lanre Olatomiwa

Dr Andries van der Linde

Student (Author)**

Student (Non-Author)**

Student – Author**

Student – Non-Author**