ICCWE 2026

1st International Colloquium on Climate Change in Wind Engineering

28–29 October 2026

Steigenberger El Tahrir Hotel, Cairo, Egypt

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About the Conference

In light of increasing climate extremes, the impact of wind on structures and infrastructure has become an escalating concern worldwide. In response to this emerging challenge, the International Association for Wind Engineering (IAWE) has established its first dedicated Working Group: “Equitable Response to Wind Climate Change: Impacts, Adaptations, and Mitigations.” This initiative is co-led by Professor Teng Wu (University at Buffalo, USA) and Professor Hassan Hemida (University of Birmingham, UK).

Under the auspices of the IAWE, and in collaboration with the National Research Center (NRC) in Egypt, the Working Group is organising its inaugural international colloquium. This event will bring together leading researchers, industry experts, and practitioners from around the world to address key challenges and opportunities in the field. This colloquium represents two significant milestones:

– It is the first IAWE event specifically dedicated to climate change and actionable responses

– It is the first IAWE event to be held on African soil

Important Dates:

Conference Themes

The impact of climate extremes on wind patterns and wind speeds
Implications for the design and operation of structures and infrastructure
Climate resilience, adaptation, and mitigation strategies
Emerging technologies supporting wind climate assessment and prediction
Consequences for wind energy systems and performance
Consequences for extreme windstorms (hurricanes, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and others)
Consequences for material properties and structural performance (degradation, durability, and others)

Security statement:

Egypt remains a stable and well-established destination for international academic, business, and tourism activities, welcoming millions of visitors each year. The current political and security situation in the country is stable, and there are presently no travel restrictions to Cairo issued by governments. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is geographically distant from Egypt, and Egypt is not directly involved in the regional conflict. Major cities and tourist destinations, including Cairo and Giza, continue to operate normally and regularly host international conferences, events, and visitors from around the world. Based on the current situation, there are no indications that this is expected to change.