Sustainable Lighting International Conference
October 10 & 11, 2025
University of Aveiro, Portugal
Join us in the Sustainable Lighting International Conference in the University of Aveiro, Portugal
The aim of the event is to bring together leading researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to explore the latest advancements in sustainable lighting technologies, light pollution mitigation, and their impact on urban and natural environments.
Keynote Speakers
Kerem Asfuroglu
Founder, Dark Source
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Kerem Asfuroglu is the founder of Dark Source, an award-winning, independent lighting design studio driven by environmental values based in Ireland & the UK. Following his graduation from Wismar University – Architectural Lighting Design MA in 2010, Kerem pursued his professional design career in London for nearly a decade before setting up Dark Source in 2019. He has been awarded with the title of Dark Sky Defender by the Dark Sky International for advocating the importance of darkness through design. Some of his environmental lighting projects include the Newport Dark Sky Masterplan, Plas Y Brenin Outdoor Centre, Presteigne Dark Sky Community, Cloughjordan Ecovillage and Cumbria TAN Dark Sky Planning Policy.
Jordi Rocasalbas
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Jordi Rocasalbas is the Innovation Manager at LedsC4 and a board member of Carandini.
With over 20 years of experience in the lighting industry, he has built a distinguished career characterized by leadership, innovation, and a strong commitment to quality. Throughout his professional journey, Jordi has contributed to the development of cutting-edge lighting solutions at several renowned companies, earning a solid reputation as a forward-thinking expert in the field.
Deeply committed to environmental responsibility, sustainability, and circular design, Jordi continuously explores and develops connected lighting solutions grounded in sustainable materials and practices. His work aims to enhance human well-being while protecting the environment and preserving the beauty of the night sky.
Jordi is passionate about promoting the value of high-quality lighting. His mission is to raise awareness and foster a culture that embraces the positive impact of well-designed, sustainable light.
General programme
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October 10th
9h00
Local: Helder Castanheira Auditorium, University of Aveiro
9h30
Opening
10h00
Keynote speaker – Kerem Asfuroglu
11h00
Coffe break
11h30
1st Presentation Sessions
Moderation: Paula Trigueiros11h30
11h45
12h00
12h15
12h30
12h45
13h00
Lunch Break
14h30
Keynote speaker – Jordi Rocasalbas
15h30
Coffe break
16h00
2nd presentation sessions
Moderation: Luís Nero16h00
16h15
16h30
16h45
17h00
17h15
18h00
Closing session
20h00
Local: Hotel Meliá Ria, Aveiro
October 11th
Exploring the city of Aveiro
9h45
Local: Oficina do Doce, R. João Mendonça 23, 3800-200 Aveiro
Workshop on ovos moles - a conventual sweet made from eggs and sugar, which you'll want to take away with you, traditional to the city of Aveiro.
11h15
Boat ride in the moliceiro or mercantile boat, along the four canals of the city of Aveiro, where you'll see emblematic sites such as the main Art Nouveau façades, the Rossio Garden, the Salt Pans, the Manuel Firmino Municipal Market, the Aveiro Congress Centre (Former Ceramics Factory), among others.
12h15
Visit to the salt pans where Aveiro salt is still produced by hand. You can learn about the production methods of this important local resource and watch the salt harvest (in summer).
Organized with TurismoinAveiro
Trip to the village of Álvaro, Oleiros, in the interior of Portugal
This special trip includes a dinner with local flavors followed by guided night sky observation activities under some of the clearest night skies in the region.
17h00
Meeting point: Rectory of the University of Aveiro, Aveiro
20h00
22h00
23h00
Organized with Alqueva DarkSky
Note: The social program on October 11 may have accessibility limitations for wheelchairs. For more information or specific needs, please contact us via idmais-slic25@ua.pt
Thematic areas
We welcome any contribution that relates with sustainability in lighting, including:
- Light Pollution and Dark Sky Compliant Lighting;
- Energy-Efficient and Smart Lighting Technologies;
- Lighting Design Projects;
- Sustainable Materials and Circular Design in Lighting;
- Human-Centric and Adaptive Lighting Strategies
Public attendance
The full audience pass includes lunch at the University and dinner at Mélia on October 10th, dinner on the October 11th, and access to all conference activities, including presentations, coffee breaks, “Exploring Aveiro” and “Trip to Álvaro”.
1-day passes include access to presentations, lunch and coffee-breaks on the 10th of October, with two options: non-student and student. Lunch on day 10th is subject to a limit, prioritizing full audience pass holders.
- Full audience pass – 100€
- 1-day pass (non-student) – 40€
- 1-day pass (student) – 0€
For more information or in case of any questions, contact us via email. idmais-slic25@ua.pt
Information on the conference registration
Payment methods
On the registration platform, you will find the different payment methods available for the Conference. Please note that the participant is responsible for filling in the details for the invoice (Please confirm with your Entity if you need to enter the VAT number and/or requisition/purchase number). Once you have filled in the invoice details, a proforma invoice will be available if required. After payment, your receipt will also be available on the platform. After the early bird, the registration platform automatically assumes the values defined for payments after the date defined as early bird. It does not include any insurance.
Registration Cancellation and Refund Policy
- For Author registration there is no refund.
- For Participant registration the following refund rules apply:
- Before 31st of August there is a refund of 75% of the registration fee minus processing fee (if any).
- After 31st of August there is no fee refund.
- Cancellations must be made in writing to Virgínia Lopes: virginiablopes@ua.pt or idmais-slic25@ua.pt
Certificate of Attendee
One week after the end of the conference, your Certificate will be available on the registration platform.
Insurance and liability
The registration fee does not include personal or property insurance, and the name of the Conference Organization will not assume any responsibility for damages or losses to people or property during the event. Participants are therefore advised to make their own insurance arrangements as needed (e.g., travel, valuables, medical assistance, etc.) before traveling to the conference venue. If the conference is postponed or canceled entirely due to force majeure events, or due to circumstances not attributable to wilful misconduct or gross negligence on the part of the Conference Organization, participants cannot hold the Organization responsible for any damages, costs, or losses incurred, such as (but not limited to) travel and accommodation costs or other indirect losses and consequential damages.
Scientific Committee
Eduardo Noronha
University of Minho
João Dias-de-Oliveira
University of Aveiro
Luís Nero Alves
Institute of Telecommunications
José Miguel Cardoso
University of Minho
Hugo Palmares
University of Minho
Bernardo Providência
University of Minho
Ivo Fonseca
University of Minho
Violeta Clemente
ESAN
Victor Neto
University of Aveiro
Sílvia Soares
University of Minho
Georges Zissis
University Toulouse III
Paula Trigueiros
University of Minho
Miguel Duarte
University of Minho
Soraia Gomes Teixeira
University of Minho
João Cabeleira
University of Minho
Álvaro M. Sampaio
University of Minho
Sérgio Tavares
University of Aveiro
Organizing Committee
Eduardo Noronha
João Dias-de-Oliveira
David Figueiredo
David Marques
UNAVE – Association for Professional Training and Research of the University of Aveiro
This work is supported by the Celeste project – a public lighting fixture for light pollution prevention, funded by the “la Caixa” Foundation under the “Promove. The Future of the Interior” program.
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