Fourth Annual In-Person Workshop
Experimental Foundations: From Operational Trials to Earth System Models
16-17 September 2026 | Imperial College London
Registration is now closed.
Abstract submission is now closed.
This year's theme, "Experimental Foundations: From Operational Trials to Earth System Models" will focus on current and future states of airline and airspace trials and dealing with uncertainty. We'll hear from scientists and practitioners in contrail science, policy, and operations, providing topic depth and breadth.
Workshop Details
When:
16-17 September 2026
(09:00-17:00 UTC+1)
Agenda
| Time | Location | Topic |
|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | SAF Foyer | Coffee and Badge Pickup |
| 09:00 – 09:20 | SAF G16 | Welcoming Remarks |
| 09:20 – 10:45 | SAF G16 | Session 1: Operational Trials |
| 10:45 – 11:15 | SAF Foyer | Coffee and Tea Break |
| 11:15 – 13:00 | SAF G16 | Session 2: Fuels, Emission, and Assessments |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Various | Lunch (Vouchers provided) |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | SAF Foyer | Poster Session 1 |
| 15:00 – 15:30 | SAF Foyer | Coffee and Tea Break |
| 15:30 – 17:30 | SAF G34 | Session 3a: Operational Studies |
| 15:30 – 17:30 | SKEM 164 | Session 3b: Modeling and Forecasting 1 |
| 18:00 – 20:00 | SAF Foyer | Dinner and Drinks Reception |
⚠️ Important Notice for International Travelers
For participants arriving from outside the United Kingdom, please be aware of the Electronic Travel Authorization requirements from the UK Government.
Contact & Questions
Questions about the workshop can be directed to:
Organizers
We look forward to seeing you!
Marc Stettler
Contrails.org / Imperial College
Tom Dean
Contrails.org
Tristan Abbott
Contrails.org
Jonathan Itcovitz
Contrails.org / Imperial College
Marc Shapiro
Contrails.org
Puja Hazlehurst
Contrails.org